Alltown Bus Service is hiring School Bus Drivers in Skokie, Illinois.
And this isn't your typical part-time job.
That's an exceptional earning opportunity for a part-time positionand experienced professional drivers can bring valuable skills and experience to the Alltown team.
If you've never driven a school bus before, that's okay.
Paid CDL training is available for qualified applicants.
We'll provide the training and support you need to become a professional School Bus Driver.
You bring your reliability, responsibility, patience, and commitment to safety.
We'll help you learn the rest.
Whether you're an experienced commercial driver, a parent returning to the workforce, a retiree looking for meaningful part-time work, a military veteran, a college student, or simply someone looking for a better work-life balance, Alltown Bus Service may be the opportunity you've been looking for.
Your experience matters.
Qualified School Bus Drivers can earn between $25 and $35 per hour, based on experience.
Don't have a CDL?
You may still qualify.
Alltown Bus Service provides paid CDL training for qualified applicants.
School transportation can be an excellent fit for people who want meaningful work while maintaining time for family, another job, school, retirement, or personal interests.
You're not going to be away from home for days at a time.
You drive local school routes and return home to your family.
You're doing more than driving.
You're helping students safely get to school, activities, and home again.
Parents trust us with their children.
Schools trust us with their students.
Communities trust us to get the job done safely.
That's a responsibility worth being proud of.
Imagine starting your workday knowing where you're going.
You safely transport students to school.
Then you have time for the rest of your life.
Maybe you're raising a family.
Maybe you're working another job.
Maybe you're retired and want to stay active.
Maybe you're attending college.
Maybe you're looking for a second career.
Or maybe you're simply tired of working a job that takes over your entire day.
School bus driving can provide something increasingly difficult to find:
Meaningful work and time for your life outside of work.
You'll know your routes.
You'll get to know your students.
You'll become a familiar and trusted face in the community.
And when your route is finished, you're home.
One of the biggest misconceptions about becoming a School Bus Driver is that you need to already have a Commercial Driver's License.
You don't.
Paid CDL training is available for qualified applicants.
We'll help you learn the skills and safety procedures necessary to become a professional School Bus Driver.
You don't need years of commercial driving experience.
You need:
A valid driver's license.
A safe driving record.
A commitment to safety.
A willingness to learn.
Patience and professionalism.
A desire to make a difference.
We'll help with the rest.
Our best drivers come from all kinds of backgrounds.
Looking for meaningful income without giving up your family life?
School transportation can provide a schedule that works around your family's needs.
Looking for rewarding part-time work without committing to a traditional full-time schedule?
Your experience, reliability, and professionalism can make you an outstanding School Bus Driver.
Veterans bring valuable experience in discipline, responsibility, leadership, safety, teamwork, and following procedures.
Those qualities translate extremely well to student transportation.
Already comfortable working with children?
You may already possess many of the interpersonal skills necessary to succeed.
Patience, responsibility, communication, and caring for others are essential qualities for School Bus Drivers.
Already have professional driving experience?
Your skills may transfer naturally into school transportation.
School bus driving is about people as much as transportation.
If you're friendly, patient, dependable, and professional, your experience can be valuable.
If you're comfortable working with people and take pride in providing excellent service, you may be surprised how well your skills transfer.
Looking for meaningful part-time employment that can work around classes and other commitments?
School transportation may be a great fit.
Every morning, families trust Alltown Bus Service to safely transport their children to school.
Every afternoon, they trust us to bring them home.
That responsibility matters.
Your job isn't simply to drive a route.
You'll become a familiar face to students.
You'll learn their names.
You'll build relationships.
You'll help create a safe and positive environment during the beginning and end of their school day.
For many children, their School Bus Driver is one of the first adults they see each morning.
That's a responsibility worth taking seriously.
And a job worth being proud of.
Safely transport students to and from school and school-related activities.
Follow established routes and schedules.
Perform required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Conduct required child safety checks.
Maintain a clean, safe, and properly functioning school bus.
Follow applicable transportation and safety requirements.
Communicate professionally with students, parents, teachers, school administrators, and fellow employees.
Maintain a safe, respectful environment on the bus.
Report vehicle or safety concerns promptly.
Represent Alltown Bus Service with professionalism, courtesy, and pride.
Because Every Ride Matters.
You don't have to be a professional driver to join our team.
We're looking for people who are:
Dependable
Safety-minded
Patient
Responsible
Professional
Friendly
Comfortable working with children
Able to follow established procedures
Committed to excellent service
Willing to learn
A valid driver's license and safe driving record are required.
Qualified applicants must be able to meet applicable CDL, physical, background check, drug screening, and other employment requirements.
CDL experience is preferred but not required. Paid CDL training is available for qualified applicants.
If you're currently driving a bus, truck, shuttle, paratransit vehicle, delivery vehicle, or other commercial vehicle, you may already have many of the skills needed to succeed as a School Bus Driver.
And with earning potential of $25$35 per hour based on experience, Alltown Bus Service provides an opportunity to put those professional driving skills to work while enjoying a local school transportation schedule.
Instead of long-haul routes...
You're home every day.
Instead of constantly changing destinations...
You know your community.
Instead of spending your entire day behind the wheel...
You have time for the rest of your life.
Instead of simply delivering a product...
You're helping deliver a future.
School bus driving can be an excellent fit for people who want meaningful employment without a traditional 40-hour workweek.
Depending on your assigned route and school schedule, this opportunity may be ideal for:
Parents
Retirees
College students
Military spouses
Second-income households
Part-time workers
People transitioning careers
Anyone seeking a better work-life balance
You can earn meaningful income while still having time for the people and activities that matter most.
At Alltown Bus Service, safety isn't simply a requirement.
It's our responsibility.
Parents trust us with what matters most to them.
That's why our drivers receive training and ongoing support designed to help them safely transport students every day.
We take that responsibility seriously.
Because every student deserves a safe ride to school.
And every family deserves to know their child is in good hands.
Alltown Bus Service is proud to be part of Beacon Mobility, one of North America's leading student transportation organizations.
Our team provides safe, reliable transportation while working closely with schools, families, and communities.
Our culture is built around four core values:
We Care.
We Collaborate.
We Do the Right Thing.
We Have Fun.
We believe our employees are the driving force behind our success.
When we take care of our employees, they take care of our students.
And when our students are safe, everyone wins.
If you're looking for a job that offers $25$35 per hour based on experience, paid CDL training, meaningful work, and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of local students, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.
Whether you're:
An experienced commercial driver
A parent returning to work
A retiree looking for a rewarding second career
A military veteran
A college student
A part-time worker
Or simply someone ready for a change
We'd love to meet you.
Apply today to become a School Bus Driver with Alltown Bus Service in Skokie, Illinois.
Alltown Bus Service, a Beacon Mobility company, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every employee is respected, valued, and given the opportunity to succeed. Military veterans are encouraged to apply.
Salary/Compensation: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour