School Bus Driver

School Bus Driver

Immediately hiring School Bus Drivers in Taylorville, IL 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 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.

Pay: $24.00-$26.00/hr

• Hiring Bonus: $4,000 for fully credentialed drivers and $1500 non-credentialed drivers

Guaranteed Hours: 20 hours per week/ 4 hrs per day

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

Walk-In Interviews:

• Today: 9am-12pm
• Next Week: Mondays -Fridays 9am-12pm

Why Join Durham School Services?

• Competitive hourly pay with 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 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?

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds:

• 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

Requirements:

• Valid drivers license with a clean driving record (no CDL needed to start).
• Must have held a drivers 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

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.

Company name is: Durham School Services

Pay range for routed drivers is $24.00-$26.00 per hour Paid Training at $15 per hour 4,000 Hiring bonus for Fully Credentialed Drivers Employees are eligible for Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLAWA)