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School Van Route Driver

DS Bus Lines Inc.
Merriam, KS Part Time
POSTED ON 2/10/2026 CLOSED ON 3/9/2026

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DS Bus Lines Inc. Employer of choice! Voted best company to work for by US News & World Report for 2025-2026. We are seeking a responsible and safety-focused Mini-van Driver to join our student transportation team. In this role, you will operate a company-provided Mini-Van to transport students safely and reliably to and from school, programs, and related activities. This position requires a valid standard drivers license and a commitment to ensuring student safety, professionalism, and punctuality. This position is working a split shift Monday - Friday at $20.00/hour. Key Responsibilities: Safely operate an mini-van in compliance with federal transportation regulations Transport students to and from school, field trips, and other approved destinations Ensure the safety and well-being of all student passengers during boarding, transit, and exiting Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections daily Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe vehicle environment Follow assigned routes and schedules with reliability and punctuality Communicate effectively with dispatch, school staff, parents (as needed), and supervisors Complete required documentation such as mileage logs and incident reports Remain alert, attentive, and compassionate while supervising students on board Requirements: Valid standard drivers license. Must meet all DMV and DOT requirements Clean driving record and strong attendance history Ability to pass background check, drug screening, and DOT physical High school diploma or equivalent preferred Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and maintain professionalism in all interactions 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. Beacon Mobility is a family of transportation companies committed to serving the diverse needs of our customers. Experienced, compassionate, and dedicated, we take pride in our ability to create customized, mobility-based solutions that empower people to get where they need to go. Our purpose is simple – MOBILITY WITHOUT LIMITS: Transporting people to live, learn, and achieve. We are dedicated to providing those we serve with the opportunities, resources, and support to confidently move ahead. We support safe, compassionate, and inclusive environments that provide our communities with the mobility solutions they need to flourish and succeed. Backed by nearly 100 years of experience, Beacon Mobility operations can be found in 22 states, our 15,000 employees providing Paratransit, School Bus, Special Education, Non-Emergency Medical, and Alternative Student Transportation to special populations in more than 1,500 communities. By applying to a job posting at Beacon Mobility, candidates agree to receive SMS messages from Beacon Mobility regarding the job application, interview scheduling, and related updates. Message frequency may vary. Msg & data rates may apply.

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