About the role
Job Requirements School Bus Driver – Paid CDL Training
Immediately hiring School Bus Drivers in Ottumwa, IA! Paid CDL training, flexible hours, no nights or weekends, and a chance to make a difference every day.
Looking for a flexible, rewarding job close to home? Durham School Services is now hiring part-time and seasonal School Bus Drivers in Ottumwa, IA. This is your chance to join a trusted, safety-focused transportation provider where your work makes a real difference for students, families, and the community.
- Pay: $23.92/hr
Guaranteed Hours: 25 hrs / week
Location: 1414 W. 2nd Street, Ottumwa, IA 52501
Walk-in Days Tuesdays - Thursdays between 9am - 12pm
Bring a friend—apply together, interview on the spot, and start your new school bus driver career today!
Why Join Durham School Services?
Competitive hourly pay with weekly direct deposit
Paid CDL training – We’ll help you get your permit + pay you to train!
Flexible part-time schedule with split shifts (morning & afternoon)
No nights, weekends, or holidays – perfect work-life balance
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) (plan details vary by location) Eligible locations may also offer sign-on, attendance, or referral bonuses – ask us for details! 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
Maintain a clean, safe bus environment
Communicate courteously with students, parents, and school staff
Follow all federal, state, local, and company safety rules
Qualifications 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 be able to 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
At Durham School Services, safety, reliability, and community are at the heart of what we do. Every day, our professional drivers safely transport students to and from school, field trips, and extracurricular activities while enjoying flexible, rewarding careers with industry-leading training and benefits.
Company Name is: Durham School Services
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