School Bus Driver in Training Harvard, IL

Overview

CDL Training Immediately hiring School Bus Drivers in Harvard, IL. Paid CDL training, flexible hours, no nights or weekends, and a chance to make a difference every day.

Job Title – School Bus Driver – Paid CDL Training. Durham School Services is hiring part-time and seasonal School Bus Drivers in Harvard, IL 60033, a trusted, safety-focused transportation provider where your work makes a real difference for students, families, and the community.

• 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

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (no CDL needed to start)
• Minimum 3 years of licensed driving (5 years if applying in Tennessee)
• Minimum age 21 (25 in Tennessee); when applicable, ability to verify past DOT-regulated driving employment
• Pass DOT drug screen, physical, and background check
• Compliance with DOT regulations (marijuana prohibited, even for medical use)
• Reliable attendance and safety-first attitude

• Pay: $24 per hour
• Paid CDL training; we’ll help you obtain your permit and pay you to train
• Hiring bonus: $2,000 for non-CDL drivers and $4,000 for fully credentialed drivers
• Guaranteed minimum hours with opportunities for extra routes and field trips
• Flexible part-time schedule with split shifts (morning & afternoon)
• No nights, weekends, or holidays; seasonal options with summers off

Employees are eligible for Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLAWA) where applicable. Benefits vary by location and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and additional bonuses; ask us for details.