School Bus Driver - No Exp Needed - Training Provided

School Bus Driver – Paid CDL Training Immediately hiring School Bus Drivers in Chester, NY! 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 Chester, NY. 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: $22.55–$27.15 Sign‑on Bonus – $1,500 for licensed driver of a big bus (BPS) Sign‑on Bonus – $1,000 for licensed driver of small bus (CPS) Guaranteed Hours: 25 hours a week Location: 43 Andrews Lane, Chester, NY 10918 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 and 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? 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 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 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 Pay range for routed drivers is $22.55–$27.15. Training pay rate: $18.00. Sign‑on bonus: up to $1,500 (must be fully licensed). PTO/Sick accrual. 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. We offer medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage, holiday pay, and PTO accrual. Employees may enroll in a retirement savings plan. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Durham School Services by 2x. Get notified about new School Bus Driver jobs in Chester, NY. #J-18808-Ljbffr Durham School Services