School Bus Driver - No Experience Needed - Training Provided

Summit School Services • Plymouth, NH

85d • $28 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

Durham School Services is immediately hiring School Bus Drivers in Thornton, NH. This is a part-time and seasonal position offering paid CDL training, flexible hours, and a chance to make a difference in the community. The company is a trusted, safety-focused transportation provider.

Pay: $28 - $32/hour (based on experience)
Sign-on bonus: up to $5000 for fully licensed CDL BPS, $1500 for non CDL
Guaranteed Hours: 25 hours/week
Location: 22 Merrill Access Rd, Thornton, NH 03285

Walk-In Interviews: Weekly, Monday-Friday 9am-1pm.

Durham School Services emphasizes safety, reliability, and community. Drivers transport students to and from school, field trips, and extracurricular activities, enjoying flexible careers with industry-leading training and benefits.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (no CDL needed to start)
• Must have held a driver’s license for at least 3 years
• Minimum age: 21
• If you’ve held a DOT-regulated driving role in the past 3 years, we must be able to verify that employment per DOT guidelines.
• Pass DOT drug screen, physical, and background check
• Compliance with DOT regulations (marijuana prohibited, even for medical use)
• Reliable attendance & safety-first attitude

Nice To Haves

• New to commercial driving – we provide paid CDL training
• Experienced drivers (CDL-A/B, delivery, shuttle, transit)
• Veterans & military service members
• Parents, retirees, and those seeking part-time or split-shift work
• Customer service, retail, hospitality, camp counselors, coaches, school support staff, Medical transport drivers, nursing home drivers, patient transfer specialists, trades & mechanics

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a school bus on assigned local routes
• Transport students to and from school, sports, and events
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Maintain a clean, safe bus environment
• Communicate courteously with students, parents, and school staff
• Follow all federal, state, local, and company safety rules

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay with weekly direct deposit
• Paid CDL training – We’ll help you get your permit + pay you to train!
• Flexible part-time schedule with split shifts (morning & afternoon)
• Guaranteed minimum hours with opportunities for extra routes and field trips
• Access to benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) (plan details vary by location)
• Eligible locations may also offer sign-on, attendance, or referral bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED