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

About the role

Durham School Services is now hiring part-time and seasonal School Bus Drivers in Taylorville, IL. 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. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those new to commercial driving, experienced drivers, veterans, parents, retirees, and those seeking part-time or split-shift work.

Pay & benefits

• Pay: $24.00-$26.00 per hour for routed drivers
• Paid training at $15 per hour
• Hiring bonus: $4,000 for fully credentialed drivers, $1,500 for non-credentialed drivers
• Guaranteed 20 hours per week / 4 hours per day
• 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
• 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
• Employees are eligible for Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLAWA)
• A supportive, family-oriented work environment where safety is our #1 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, 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

Location: Durham School Services, 407 S. Baughman Rd., Taylorville, IL 62568

Walk-in interviews: Today 9am-12pm; next week Mondays–Fridays 9am-12pm

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