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School Bus Driver

Salter Transportation, Inc.
Newbury, MA Part Time
POSTED ON 1/5/2026 CLOSED ON 3/13/2026

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Salter Transportation, Inc. No CDL? No problem! We provide paid training with the opportunity to earn a $4,000 sign on bonus! Are you a fully licensed CDL Driver (A or B) with S (School Bus Certificate) & P (Passenger) endorsements? If yes, join our growing team and earn a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus!!! Salter Transportation – Now Hiring Part-Time School Bus Drivers! Location: Newbury, MA Pay Rate: $31-$34.04/hour Schedule: Part-Time, Split Shift (AM/PM), Weekdays Only Why Drive with Salter? Route pay $31-$34.04/hour Paid training: $20/hour Activity/Charter trip pay: $25/hour Part-time, weekday schedule Split shifts – mornings and afternoons No nights, weekends, or holidays Bi-Weekly pay Guaranteed minimum hours Opportunities to pick up additional hours on school activities trips and/or charter trips Paid CDL training – no experience necessary Attendance bonuses Referral bonus program Part-time benefits package (includes, dental, vision, 401(k), more) Supportive, safety-first work environment Bus Driver Responsibilities: Safely transport students to and from school and events Operate school buses on assigned local routes in Amesbury, Danvers, Beverly, Ipswich, West Newbury, Manchester-by-the-sea, Hamilton, Peabody Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections Maintain cleanliness and ensure safety of the vehicle Communicate professionally with students, parents, and school staff Follow all state and local traffic laws and district policies Maintain proper CDL and state school bus certifications School Bus Driver Jobs are Perfect For: Retirees looking for supplemental income Stay-at-home parents seeking daytime work Veterans transitioning into civilian roles Anyone seeking a second career or flexible job If you are already a driver in these types of driver roles, these previous driving experiences are a plus: CDL School Bus Driver Student Transportation Driver School Route Driver Substitute Bus Driver AM/PM School Bus Operator Local CDL Driver – School Transportation Thinking of switching careers to bus driving, we have seen great success from candidates with these previous careers: Teacher aides Daycare workers Camp counselors Classroom assistants School paraprofessionals Social workers or government employees Cashiers, retail associates Call center agents Hotel or hospitality staff Licenses/Driving History that we would find valuable and needed to have or acquire: Valid CDL Class B (or higher) with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements (or willingness to obtain) Valid DOT medical card Safe driving record Must also: be 21 years or older, have had your driver’s license for at least 3 years, and be able to pass background check and drug screening Take the wheel and drive your career forward with Salter in Newbury, MA. Make an impact in your community while enjoying great pay and unmatched support. Apply today to become a School Bus Driver with Salter! 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. With over 50 years of experience, Salter Transportation is one of New England's oldest and most respected student transportation companies. Salter provides regular and special needs school bus service with individualized attention to customer needs. Our dedicated team continuously strives to ensure that the riders under our care receive the kind and compassionate service that has become our hallmark. 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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