School Bus Driver – Certified & Non-Certified Applicants Welcome!
Location : Shawnee Mission, KS
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.
Non-Certified Driver Incentives:
- 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.
- Compensations: Once you have received your CDL permit and begin Behind the Wheel Training, you will receive up to 25 hours compensation at the non-revenue rate.
- Training Milestone Bonuses: Receive bonus payments up to $1,200 as part of our training milestone incentive program*
Why Drive With Zūm:
- Competitive Compensation: Earn a great wage with 4 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
Both certified and non-certified applicants are encouraged to apply. 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) endorsements
- 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 - 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 and Training Milestone Bonuses information, please contact [email protected]
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.46 - $32.50 per hour
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
