School Bus Driver

Merriam, KS

Part time

REQ-2025-2780

DS Bus Lines Inc.

Now offering $5,000 sign-on bonus for fully credentialed candidates, $2,000 for non-CDL candidates

Employer of choice! Voted best company to work for by US News & World Report for 2025-2026.

!!Just increased starting rates!!

Offering Walk In interviews on Mondays from 9:00AM-2:00PM.

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Now Hiring Part-Time School Bus Drivers!Location: Merriam, KS (New Hogan Prep Academy routes in Kansas City, Missouri-Must be familiar with the KCMO area.)Schedule: Part-time, flexible weekday schedule with summers offCompensation: Paid CDL training – no experience necessary. Starting pay $23.28-$26.80.

Ask about our Cover Driver Opportunities where you could earn an extra $1.00/hour and be guaranteed 35 hours per week.

• Must have a minimum of 2 years experience driving a school bus.

• Must have current valid CDL with S and P endorsements as well as air brake certification.

• Must be able to travel to other locations or states as required.

• Demonstrated success driving a variety of different routes.'

Looking for a rewarding and flexible job? Join our team of dedicated School Bus Drivers and make a difference in your community!

No CDL? No Problem! We offer PAID Pre-Permit Training to get your CDL Permit while you work as a School Bus Monitor!!!

Why Drive With Us?

• Part-time, flexible weekday schedule

• No nights, holidays, or weekends

• Summers off

• Paid CDL training – no experience necessary

• Supportive team environment

School Bus Drivers Are Perfect For:

• Retirees looking for supplemental income

• Stay-at-home parents seeking daytime work

• Health care workers looking for a change

• Veterans transitioning into civilian roles

• Anyone seeking a second career or flexible job

Thinking of Switching Careers?

We’ve seen great success from candidates with backgrounds in:

• Teacher aides, daycare workers, camp counselors

• Classroom assistants, school paraprofessionals

• Social workers, government employees

• Cashiers, retail associates, call center agents

• Hotel or hospitality staff

A School Bus Driver is responsible for transporting students safely and on time from their pickup point to school and back. This includes performing pre-trip inspections, ensuring child safety, and maintaining compliance with DOT regulations.

Benefits Available

• Training $14.50

• Safety & Attendance Bonus

• Medical Fixed-Payment Indemnity

• Dental

• Vision

• Accident Plan

• Critical Illness

• Voluntary Life/AD&D Plan

• Holiday

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities

• Arrive at destinations on schedule

• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections

• Conduct child checks after each route

• Use navigation tools to plan efficient routes

• Maintain a clean, fueled, and well-maintained vehicle

• Keep accurate mileage and maintenance records

• Interact with students, parents, and staff in a professional manner

• Perform other duties as assigned

Military encouraged to apply

Apply to become a School Bus Driver today and start a fulfilling, flexible career!

Bonus Eligibility: To qualify for the sign-on bonus, employees must work both AM and PM routes, remain in good standing, and meet all route requirements. Good standing is defined as consistently meeting job expectations, following company policies, and not having significant disciplinary issues.

Fully Credentialed Bonus Payment: The sign-on bonus will be paid in three installments:

o $2,000 paid out after 90 days on route.

o $1,500 paid out after 180 days on route.

o $1,500 paid out after 270 days on route.

Non-CDL Bonus Payment (Candidates need to complete training and be fully credentialed within 45 days): The sign-on bonus will be paid in three installments:

o $750 paid out after 90 days on route.

o $625 paid out after 180 days on route.

o $625 paid out after 270 days on route.

DS Bus Lines, INC. (part of Beacon Mobility) is values-based school bus and employee shuttle contract services company. We have over 30 years’ experience in student transportation services. Family, Safety, Service, and Respect are the core values that govern our work environment and enrich our support within each community we work. Children are precious cargo and require the very best talent to manage and safeguard their daily travel to and from school.

Beacon Mobility is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Beacon Mobility makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

DS Bus Lines is a family-oriented company that focuses on our core values of family, respect, service, and safety. We understand how important of a responsibility transporting children is and we take that role very seriously. We strive to create mutual respect and trust with school districts so that we can work together to provide the best possible service for students and parents.

Why Beacon Mobility

We are a family of transportation companies across 25 states, providing Mobility Without Limits. Our focus to show that every ride matters by helping people live, learn, and achieve every day.

Who we are

• Safe, reliable transportation for 100 Years

• Customized mobility solutions

• Serving students, patients, and 1,500+ communities

• Nearly 20,000 employees strong

What we do best

• People First

• Safety Always

• School Bus & Special Education

• Paratransit

• Non‑Emergency Medical

• Alternative Student Transportation

Why it matters

• Transportation creates opportunity

• Mobility builds independence

• Every Ride Matters