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School Bus Driver - No Exp Needed - Training Provided

National Express, Johnston, Rhode Island, us, 02919

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Job Title School Bus Driver – No Exp Needed – Training Provided (261070)

Location Johnston, RI

Job Overview Durham School Services is currently hiring part‑time and seasonal School Bus Drivers in Johnston, RI. Become part of a trusted, safety‑focused transportation provider where your work makes a real difference for students, families, and the community. We offer paid CDL training, flexible hours (no nights or weekends), and a chance to earn a competitive hourly wage with weekly direct deposit.

Why Join Durham School Services?

Competitive hourly pay

with weekly direct deposit

Paid CDL training

– we’ll help you get your permit and pay you to train

Flexible part‑time schedule

with split shifts (morning & afternoon)

Seasonal employment option

with summers off

Guaranteed minimum hours

with opportunities for extra routes and field trips

Access to benefits

including medical, dental, vision, 401(k); eligible locations may also offer sign‑on, attendance, or referral bonuses. A supportive, family‑oriented work environment where safety is our #1 priority

Who Makes a Great School Bus Driver? We welcome applicants from all backgrounds:

New to commercial driving – we provide paid CDL training

Experienced drivers (CDL‑A/B, delivery, shuttle, transit)

Veterans & military service members

Parents, retirees, and those seeking part‑time or split‑shift work

Customer service, retail, hospitality, camp counselors, coaches, school support staff, medical transport drivers, nursing home drivers, patient transfer specialists, trades & mechanics

Responsibilities

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

Communicate courteously with students, parents, and school staff

Follow all federal, state, local, and company safety rules

Requirements

Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (no CDL needed to start)

Must have held a driver’s license for at least 3 years (5 years if applying in Tennessee)

Minimum age: 21 (25 in Tennessee). If you’ve held a DOT‑regulated driving role in the past 3 years, we must verify that employment per DOT guidelines

Pass DOT drug screen, physical, and background check

Compliance with DOT regulations (marijuana prohibited, even for medical use)

Reliable attendance & safety‑first attitude

Benefits & EEO Statement We offer medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage, holiday pay, PTO accrual, and the option to enroll in a retirement savings plan.

Durham School Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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