What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time School Bus Driver position at DS Bus Lines Inc.?
$3,000 Sign on Bonus for credentialed drivers!
$1,500 Sign on Bonus for new drivers!
Employer of Choice! Apply online today or attend a weekday walk‑in interview in Oak Grove, MO.
Voted one of the Best Companies to Work For (2025–2026) by U.S. News & World Report.
Job Details
Location: Oak Grove, MO
Schedule: Split shift (AM PM required); opportunities for midday and activity runs
Perks: No nights, weekends, or holidays; summers off!
Starting Pay: $20.60–$25.75 per hour
Paid CDL Training: No experience required—we guide you every step of the way.
✅ Walk‑In Interviews
Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
No CDL? Our "Fast-Track to Permit" Program
We don't just train you to drive; we help you get licensed from scratch.
Permit Prep: We provide 8 hours of dedicated classroom prep to ensure you are ready for the DMV written exam.
Costs Covered: We pay your DMV permit fees.
Medical & Drug Screen: Once you have your permit, we cover the costs of your DOT physical and drug screen.
Permit Bonus: Receive a $250 bonus in your first paycheck after obtaining your permit and starting as an employee!
❤️ Why Drive With Us?
Flexible, part‑time schedules
Supportive, family-first culture
Make a real difference in your local community
Paid CDL training and testing
Strong safety and attendance bonuses
This Job Is Perfect For:
Retirees seeking supplemental income
Stay‑at‑home parents * Veterans transitioning to civilian careers
Healthcare, retail, or hospitality workers seeking a better work-life balance
Contact Us
To speak with a recruiter – Call (913) 333-1448
Benefits
Paid CDL training ($15.45/hr during training)
Safety & attendance bonuses
Medical fixed‑payment indemnity
Dental & vision
Accident & critical illness coverage
Voluntary life/AD&D
Select holiday pay
Military encouraged to apply
Bonus Details
The Permit Bonus: To support our new drivers, we offer a $250 Permit Bonus paid during your first week as an employee after successfully obtaining your commercial learner's permit.
The Sign-On Bonus: Eligibility: Must work both AM and PM routes and remain in good standing.
Fully Credentialed CDL Drivers ($3,000): * $1,000 after 90 days / $750 after 180 days / $750 after 270 days
Non‑CDL Candidates ($1,500): * $500 after 90 days / $500 after 180 days / $500 after 270 days
DS Bus Lines, INC. (part of Beacon Mobility) is a values-based company with over 30 years of experience. Family, Safety, Service, and Respect are our core values. Join us in safeguarding our community's most precious cargo!
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.
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