School Bus Driver - Utica, NY - No Exp Needed - We Train

School Bus Driver: No Experience Needed, We Train

Durham School Services is immediately hiring School Bus Drivers in Utica, NY. Training is provided, with 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 Utica, 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.

Walk-In Interviews

No appointment needed. No experience required. Just walk in, and bring a friend.

Walk-In Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, 10a-3p Location: 1001 Broad Street, Utica, NY Training Pay: $19.75/hr CDL Driver Pay: $31.50/hr Hiring Bonus: $2,500 for fully licensed CDL BPS drivers Hiring Bonus: $1,500 for non-CDL drivers Guaranteed Hours: 25 per week

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
• Training provided, we'll help you get your permit and train for your CDL
• Flexible part-time schedule with split shifts, morning and 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, life insurance, PTO accrual, and a retirement savings plan
• 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 training
• Experienced drivers, CDL-A/B, delivery, shuttle, transit
• Veterans and 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, and 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

Company name is: Durham School Services

Starting pay range for routed drivers is: $31.50 Training Pay Rate: $19.75/hr PTO/Sick accrual

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
• Minimum age: 21
• 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 is prohibited, even for medical use
• Reliable attendance and a safety-first attitude