School Bus Driver

School Bus Driver Getting students to school safely, on time, and ready to learn is what we do. We work tirelessly to ensure the peace of mind of those who have entrusted their children to us. Safety, above all, is the cornerstone on which we build everything. We are dedicated to ensuring children arrive to school safely and on time so they can make the most of their school day. We offer medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage. Additionally, employees are able to enroll in a retirement savings plan. All interested applicants for a Driver position, including those applicants that are fully qualified with a commercial driver's license, begin with us as a Driver in Training. The best-trained drivers in the business work for us because we devote a significant amount of resources, training, and development to our employees. A Driver in Training will be trained by our staff to obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL) and obtain related Driver endorsement(s), where available, and to learn our Company policies and procedures. Upon successful completion of the training program all necessary requirements for the position, the Driver In Training will be placed in a Professional Driver role. A Flexible ScheduleCompetitive RatesCareer OpportunitiesNo Nights or WeekendsSummers Off Responsibilities Include: Provides safe and reliable transportation service by operating a school bus or other location specific vehicle with a fixed or changing route.Exhibits the highest ethical best practices and personal integrity; Immediately reports any accident or incident per Company policy.Follows Company Policy around student and/or passenger management.Presents a neat and professional personal appearance at all times.Maintains a cooperative attitude with fellow employees, supervisors, customers, and passengers while always promoting company goodwill.Safely and efficiently utilizes vehicle equipment, including wheelchair lifts, radios and emergency equipment.Additional responsibilities for our Paratransit Drivers may apply per location School Bus Driver – Paid CDL Training Immediately hiring School Bus Drivers in Lehigh, FL Paid CDL training, flexible hours, no nights or weekends, and a chance to make a difference every day. Looking for a flexible, rewarding job close to home? Durham School Services is now hiring part-time and seasonal School Bus Drivers in Lehigh, FL. This is your chance to join a trusted, safety-focused transportation provider where your work makes a real difference for students, families, and the community. Pay:$21.50/hour Guaranteed Hours: 25 hours week Location: Lehigh, FL 217 Wallace Avenue, C/O Durham 4135, Lehigh Acres, 33971 Bring a friend—apply together, interview on the spot, and start your new school bus driver career today Competitive hourly pay with weekly direct depositPaid CDL training – We'll help you get your permit pay you to trainFlexible part-time schedule with split shifts (morning & afternoon)No nights, weekends, or holidays – perfect work-life balanceSeasonal employment option with summers offGuaranteed minimum hours with opportunities for extra routes and field tripsAccess to benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) (plan details vary by location) Eligible locations may also offer sign-on, attendance, or referral bonuses – ask us for details A supportive, family-oriented work environment where safety is our 1 priorityWho Makes a Great School Bus Driver? New to commercial driving – we provide paid CDL trainingExperienced drivers (CDL-A/B, delivery, shuttle, transit)Veterans & military service membersParents, retirees, and those seeking part-time or split-shift workCustomer service, retail, hospitality, camp counselors, coaches, school support staff, Medical transport drivers, nursing home drivers, patient transfer specialists, trades & mechanicsResponsibilities: Safely operate a school bus on assigned local routesTransport students to and from school, sports, and eventsPerform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspectionsMaintain a clean, safe bus environmentCommunicate courteously with students, parents, and school staffFollow all federal, state, local, and company safety rules Company name is : Durham School Services Qualifications Requirements Include: for Tennessee School Bus Drivers, must be at least 25 years of age per state law.Must meet physical and medical requirements and pass substance abuse screening; as a safety-sensitive employee, will be subject to random substance abuse screening under Company policy.Must satisfactorily complete and pass all training.Must practice defensive driving at all times and avoid vehicular and industrial accidents by practicing safe driving and work habits.Compliance with all applicable federal, state, county, district, and contract specific Driver requirements. Requirements: Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (no CDL needed to start).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 checkCompliance with DOT regulations (marijuana prohibited, even for medical use)Reliable attendance & safety-first attitudeAt Durham School Services, safety, reliability, and community are at the heart of what we do. Every day, our professional drivers safely transport students to and from school, field trips, and extracurricular activities while enjoying flexible, rewarding careers with industry-leading training and benefits.