Part-Time School Bus Driver in Olathe | Paid CDL Training

Paid CDL Training | $23.28–$27.68/hr | Up to $5,000 Sign‑On Bonus 

* We offer transportation from Merriam, KS & Grandview, MO

🚍 Now Hiring Part‑Time School Bus Drivers in Olathe, Kansas 

Employer of Choice! 

Apply online today or attend a weekday walk‑in interview in Olathe, KS. 
Voted one of the Best Companies to Work For (2025–2026) by U.S. News & World Report. 

💰 Sign‑On Bonus 

• $5,000 for fully credentialed CDL drivers 

• $2,000 for non‑CDL candidates (paid during training milestones) 

📍 Job Details 

• Location: Olathe, KS 

• Schedule: Split shift - an AM shift + PM shift required, with opportunities for midday and additional activity runs

• No nights, weekends, or holidays 

• Summers off 

• Starting Pay: $23.28–$27.68 per hour 

• Paid CDL training available — no experience required 

✅ Walk‑In Interviews: 
Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM 

No CDL? We’ll Train You 

No previous CDL or driving experience required 

Paid training to earn your CDL while you learn 

❤️ Why Drive With Us? 

Flexible, part‑time school bus driver jobs 

Supportive team and family‑first culture 

Make a real difference in your local community 

Paid CDL training in Kansas 

Strong safety and attendance bonuses 

👥 School Bus Driver Jobs Are Perfect For: 

Retirees seeking supplemental income 

Stay‑at‑home parents 

Veterans transitioning to civilian careers 

Healthcare, retail, or hospitality workers seeking a career change 

🛠 Key Responsibilities 

Safely transport students to and from school 

Perform pre‑ and post‑trip inspections 

Conduct child safety checks 

Maintain clean, safe, and compliant vehicles 

Communicate professionally with parents and staff 

To speak with a recruiter – Call (913) 361-7400

A School Bus Driver is responsible for transporting students safely and on time from their pickup point to school and back. This includes performing pre-trip inspections, ensuring child safety, and maintaining compliance with DOT regulations.

🎁 Benefits

• Paid CDL training ($15.26/hr during training)

• Safety & attendance bonuses

• Medical fixed‑payment indemnity

• Dental & vision

• Accident & critical illness coverage

• Voluntary life/AD&D

• Select holiday pay

**Military encouraged to apply**

Apply to become a School Bus Driver today and start a fulfilling, flexible career!

💰 Sign‑On Bonus Details

Bonus Eligibility: To qualify for the sign-on bonus, employees must work both AM and PM routes, remain in good standing, and meet all route requirements. Good standing is defined as consistently meeting job expectations, following company policies, and not having significant disciplinary issues.

Fully Credentialed CDL Drivers:

• Up to $5,000

• Paid in 3 installments:

  • $2,000 after 90 days

  • $1,500 after 180 days

  • $1,500 after 270 days

Non‑CDL Candidates:

• $2,000 total bonus

• Paid during training milestones:

  • $750 after 90 days

  • $625 after 180 days

  • $625 after 270 days

DS Bus Lines, INC. (part of Beacon Mobility) is values-based school bus and employee shuttle contract services company.  We have over 30 years’ experience in student transportation services. Family, Safety, Service, and Respect are the core values that govern our work environment and enrich our support within each community we work.  Children are precious cargo and require the very best talent to manage and safeguard their daily travel to and from school.