School Bus Driver –CDL Training Provided (Elk Grove Village, IL)

About the Role

Summit School Services is immediately hiring School Bus Drivers and offering CDL training with no nights or weekends, and reliable split-hour schedules that work around your day. Whether you're starting fresh, returning to the workforce, or bringing a friend along, this is a great opportunity to earn steady pay close to home while supporting students in your community. Bring a friend — apply together, interview on the spot, and start your new career today!

Walk-In Interviews Next Week: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Location: 2161 Foster Ave, Wheeling, IL 60090

Why Join Summit School Services?

• Competitive hourly pay with direct deposit and weekly/daily pay available in some locations
• Paid CDL training – We'll help you get your initial CDL permit and then pay you to complete the remainder of the CDL training to obtain your license
• 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 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

Pay & Benefits

• $26.00 per hour
• Hiring Bonus: $2,500 for Fully Credentialed Drivers; $1,000 for non-CDL Drivers
• Guaranteed Hours: 20 hours per week
• Employees are eligible for Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLAWA)
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage, holiday pay, and PTO accrual
• Retirement savings plan enrollment available

Qualifications

• 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

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