School Bus Driver – Certified & Non-Certified Applicants Welcome!
Location: Rockford, IL
Do you want to make a meaningful impact in your community? Join Zūm—a team of dedicated individuals reimagining the future of student transportation. As a school bus driver with Zūm, you’ll be a vital part of your community, ensuring students get to and from school safely and reliably while leveraging leading-edge tools and Zūm’s innovative technology platform.
Certified School Bus Driver Incentives*:
- $8,000 Sign-On Bonus: Are you a School Bus Driver with a SBP (School Bus Permit) B or higher, ready for a change? Join Zūm today and start earning by driving for Rockford Public Schools — plus get a free shuttle to and from work if you're in the Beloit, Aurora, or DeKalb area.
- $3,500 Sign-On Bonus if you have a SBP C or CDL permit.
Non-Certified Driver:
- No Cost Training: All required training is provided at no cost to you-we invest in your success so you can start your new career.
Why Drive With Zūm:
- Competitive Compensation: Earn a great wage with 6 guaranteed daily hours.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and 401K benefits
- Work-Life Balance: Nights, weekends, holidays, and summers off
- CDL Training: Provided for non-certified drivers
- Modern Fleet: Operate new, safe, and air-conditioned buses equipped with Zūm’s proprietary technology
- Supportive Team: Be valued by a collaborative, mission-driven team that respects your contributions
Whether you are experienced or just starting out, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities include:
- Safely operate assigned vehicles and follow all company policies and regulatory requirements
- Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections; promptly report any issues
- Maintain and follow routes and schedules with professionalism and punctuality
- Create a safe, positive environment by managing student behavior and ensuring all passengers’ safety
Requirements:
Certified Applicants:
- 21 years of age or older
- Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with School Bus (S) and Passenger (P) endorsement and current IL School Bus Driver Permit
- Three years of CDL experience and clean driving record
- Willingness to complete pre-employment screenings
- Ability to work split shifts (AM/PM) daily
- Excellent communication skills and a passion for working with children
Non-Certified Applicants:
- 21 years of age or older
- Valid driver’s license for three years and clean driving record
- Ability to obtain a CDL with S and P endorsements and IL School Bus Driver Permit- Training Provided
- Willingness to complete pre-employment screenings
- Ability to work split shifts (AM/PM) daily
- Excellent communication skills and a passion for working with children
Join Zūm to make a difference in students' lives while enjoying a rewarding career!
Zūm Services, Inc. and all its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
*Terms and conditions apply: For Sign-On Bonus information, please contact [email protected]
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- CDL with P and S Endorsement? (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
