School Bus Driver-No Exp Needed-Training Provided (Smithville)

Immediately hiring School Bus Drivers in Gladstone, MO! Paid CDL training, flexible hours, no nights or weekends, and a chance to make a difference every day.

About the role

Join Durham School Services, a trusted, safety-focused transportation provider where your work makes a real difference for students, families, and the community. This is a part-time and seasonal position with flexible hours, split shifts (morning and afternoon), and no nights, weekends, or holidays.

Pay

$20.00 per hour with weekly direct deposit. Guaranteed 25 hours per week, with opportunities for extra routes and field trips.

Benefits

• Paid CDL training – we’ll help you get your permit and pay you to train
• Access to benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) (plan details vary by location)
• Seasonal employment option with summers off
• Eligible locations may offer sign-on, attendance, or referral bonuses – ask for details
• Supportive, family-oriented work environment where safety is the top priority

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, employment must be verifiable per DOT guidelines
• Pass DOT drug screen, physical, and background check
• Compliance with DOT regulations (marijuana prohibited, even for medical use)
• Reliable attendance and a safety-first attitude

Who we’re looking for

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including:

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

Schedule

Flexible part-time schedule with split shifts (morning and afternoon). No nights, weekends, or holidays.

Walk-in interviews today from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, and Monday–Friday next week from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM at 250 E. 92 HWY, Smithville, MO 64089. Bring a friend—apply together, interview on the spot, and start your new career!