Bus Driver- Charters & Activities- $2,000 Sign On Bonus (Columbia)

Charter & Activities Bus Driver | $24.25 Per Hour | $2,000 Sign-On Bonus | $1,000 Referral Bonus- Bring a Friend | Paid CDL Training | Columbia, MO

DS Bus Lines | A Beacon Mobility Company

Flexible Scheduling Sporting Events Field Trips Special Activities

Every Ride Matters. Every Trip Is an Adventure.

Looking for a driving job with great pay, flexibility, variety, and the freedom to choose when you're available?

DS Bus Lines is hiring Charter & Activities Bus Drivers in Columbia, Missouri.

If the idea of driving the same route every morning and afternoon isn't for you, this could be the perfect opportunity.

As a Charter & Activities Bus Driver, you'll transport students, school groups, athletic teams, and other passengers to sporting events, field trips, competitions, special activities, and community events.

No two trips are necessarily the same.

Earn $24.25 Per Hour

Qualified CDL drivers may also be eligible for a:

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus

And if you know someone who would make a great driver:

$1,000 Employee Referral Bonus

Don't have a CDL?

Paid CDL training is available for qualified applicants.

If you're dependable, safety-minded, professional, and looking for a flexible driving opportunity with variety, we'd love to meet you.

Why Drivers Choose the Charter & Activities Team

$24.25 Per Hour

Earn competitive hourly pay with opportunities for additional work and activity trips.

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus

Qualified applicants with a CDL Class B and required bus endorsements may be eligible for a $2,000 sign-on bonus.

$1,000 Referral Bonus

Know someone who would make a great driver?

Refer them and you may be eligible for a $1,000 referral bonus.

Paid CDL Training

Don't have the required CDL?

Qualified applicants can receive paid CDL training to help earn the necessary Passenger and School Bus endorsements.

Flexible Schedule

This isn't a traditional Monday-through-Friday route.

Charter and activity trips are scheduled based on school activities, athletic events, field trips, and other transportation needs.

You can provide your availability and take advantage of opportunities that fit your schedule.

No Fixed Daily Route

If you enjoy variety, this position offers something different.

One day could involve an athletic event.

Another could be a field trip.

Another could be a special school activity.

Every trip can be different.

More Than a Driving Job...It's an Opportunity to Get Out and Go

Some drivers don't want to spend every day driving the same route.

They want variety.

They want flexibility.

They want to see different places.

They enjoy being around students, coaches, teachers, and groups.

They want a part-time job that can fit around the rest of their life.

That's what makes Charter & Activities driving different.

You're still doing what matters mostgetting people where they need to go safelybut you're doing it with more variety and flexibility.

Perfect for Retirees, Veterans & Experienced Drivers

This opportunity can be especially attractive to people who already have professional driving experience or are looking for meaningful supplemental income.

Retirees

Want to stay active, meet people, and earn additional income without committing to a traditional full-time schedule?

Charter and activities driving can be an excellent fit.

Military Veterans

Your experience with responsibility, safety, discipline, teamwork, and operating vehicles can translate extremely well to professional passenger transportation.

Professional CDL Drivers

Already have your CDL?

Put your experience to work in a local, flexible environment.

Teachers & School Employees

Already familiar with students, schools, athletics, and activities?

You may be a natural fit for this position.

Coaches & Sports Fans

Love being around high school and college athletics?

You may enjoy transporting teams to competitions and events throughout the region.

Parents

Looking for supplemental income that can fit around your family's schedule?

Flexible availability can make this an attractive second job.

College Students

Need income but don't want a traditional full-time schedule?

Activity and charter opportunities can provide flexibility around school and other commitments.

Anyone Looking for a Second Career

If you're dependable, professional, and enjoy driving and working with people, this may be an excellent opportunity.

No CDL? We'll Help You Get One.

You don't necessarily need to already have a Commercial Driver's License.

Paid CDL training is available for qualified applicants.

We'll help you develop the professional driving skills and knowledge necessary to earn the required CDL Class B license and bus endorsements.

You bring the willingness to learn.

We'll provide the training.

And you'll be paid while you train.

Drive to Sporting Events, Field Trips & Special Activities

This is where the Charter & Activities position really stands apart.

Your trips may include:

School athletic competitions

Field trips

Educational outings

Band and music events

Student activities

Special school events

Community events

Group transportation

And other scheduled activities

You'll meet different groups, travel different routes, and experience something new throughout the year.

If you like variety instead of routine , you'll enjoy this position.

What You'll Do

Safely transport students, athletic teams, school groups, and passengers to scheduled events and activities.

Follow assigned trip schedules and transportation instructions.

Plan routes using navigation tools.

Monitor traffic, construction, road conditions, and weather.

Perform required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.

Maintain a clean, fueled, safe, and properly functioning vehicle.

Follow applicable transportation, safety, and DOT requirements.

Communicate professionally with students, coaches, teachers, school staff, and passengers.

Provide excellent customer service throughout each trip.

Report vehicle or safety concerns promptly.

Represent DS Bus Lines with professionalism, courtesy, and pride.

Because Every Ride Matters.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for drivers who are:

Dependable

Safety-minded

Professional

Patient

Friendly

Flexible

Comfortable working with students and groups

Able to adapt to changing trip schedules

Comfortable using navigation tools

Committed to excellent customer service

A valid driver's license with at least three years of driving history is required.

Applicants must be able to meet applicable CDL, physical, background check, drug screening, and other employment requirements.

CDL Class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsements is preferred but not required. Paid CDL training is available for qualified applicants.

Benefits & Rewards

Eligible employees may have access to:

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus for Qualified CDL Drivers

$1,000 Employee Referral Bonus

Monthly Safety Bonus Opportunities

401(k) Retirement Plan Options

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Teamsters Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) Membership

Paid CDL Training

Supportive Local Management

Team-Oriented Work Environment

Opportunities for Additional Activity Trips

Why Drivers Stay With DS Bus Lines

Our drivers appreciate:

$24.25 per hour

Flexible scheduling

Variety in their work

No fixed daily route

Sporting events and field trips

Opportunities for additional trips

Being part of the school community

Supportive management

Safety-focused culture

Sign-on bonus opportunities

Referral bonus opportunities

The opportunity to work as muchor as littleas their availability allows

And the satisfaction of helping students and school groups safely experience the activities that make school memorable.

Safety Comes First

When you're transporting students and school groups, safety isn't optional.

It's our responsibility.

Every trip begins with proper vehicle inspection, route preparation, and a commitment to professional driving.

Parents, coaches, teachers, and school administrators trust DS Bus Lines to safely transport their students.

We take that trust seriously.

About DS Bus Lines

DS Bus Lines is proud to be part of Beacon Mobility , one of North America's leading student transportation organizations.

For more than 30 years, DS Bus Lines has provided safe and reliable transportation services to schools and communities.

Our culture is built around four core values:

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