School Bus Driver-No Exp Needed-Training provided

1 week ago


Lake Villa, IL, United States National Express LLC Full time

School Bus Driver - Paid CDL Training

Immediately hiring School Bus Drivers in Lake Villa, IL 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 Lake Villa, IL 60046 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: $30 per hour

· Guaranteed Hours: 4 hours per day/20 hours per week

· Location: Durham School Services 210 Park Avenue, Lake Villa, IL 60046

Walk-In Interviews:

  • Today: 10am-12pm

  • Next Week: Tues, Wed, Thurs 10am-12pm

Bring a friend -apply together, interview on the spot , and start your new school bus driver career today

Why Join Durham School Services?

  • 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)

  • No nights, weekends, or holidays - perfect work-life balance

  • Seasonal employment option with summers off

  • 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 - ask us for details A supportive, family-oriented work environment where safety is our #1 priority

Who Makes a Great School Bus Driver?

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds:

  • 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

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 (5 years if applying in Tennessee).

  • Minimum age: 21 (25 in Tennessee).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

At 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 .

Pay for routed drivers is $30 per hour Paid Training at $30 per hour Employees are eligible for Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLAWA)

Qualifications

Requirements Include:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age; for Tennessee School Bus Drivers, must be at least 25 years of age per state law.

  • Must possess, or be able to obtain, all valid applicable state license and other required certifications to operate company vehicles.

  • 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.

National Express has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with its policies and values, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. National Express is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children and passengers.

At National Express our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

National Express LLC's independent subsidiaries and affiliates are an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer

Company name is: Durham School Services


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