School Bus Driver - No Exp Needed - Training Provided (Taylorville, IL)

Durham School Services is hiring part-time and seasonal School Bus Drivers in Taylorville, IL. This role offers flexible hours, no nights or weekends, and the opportunity to make a difference in your community.

Pay

• Routed drivers: $24.00–$26.00 per hour
• Paid CDL training: $15 per hour
• Hiring bonus: $4,000 for fully credentialed drivers, $1,500 for non-credentialed drivers

Schedule

• Part-time with guaranteed minimum of 20 hours per week (4 hours per day)
• Split shifts (morning and afternoon)
• No nights, weekends, or holidays
• Seasonal employment option with summers off

Benefits

• Weekly direct deposit
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (plan details vary by location)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Eligibility for sign-on, attendance, or referral bonuses (varies by location)
• Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLAWA) eligibility

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 safety-first attitude

About the Role

Durham School Services is a trusted, safety-focused transportation provider. Drivers enjoy a supportive, family-oriented work environment where safety is the top priority. Paid CDL training is provided, making this an ideal opportunity for those new to commercial driving, experienced drivers, veterans, retirees, or anyone seeking part-time or split-shift work.

Walk-in interviews are available today and next week (Monday–Friday, 9am–12pm) at Durham School Services, 407 S. Baughman Rd., Taylorville, IL 62568.