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School Bus Driver

Beacon Mobility
Merriam, KS, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 1/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/27/2026
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

Just increased starting rates

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

Call to speak with a recruiter.

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 off
Compensation: 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.

Salary : $23 - $27

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