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AM Bus Company

School Bus Driver w/ Training

Dolton, IL

$24 - $29/hr

Join the AM Bus Company, where we pride ourselves on being a family-owned and operated business dedicated to excellence in student transportation services. Whether you're a seasoned professional or ...

AM Bus Company

School Bus Driver w/ Training

Cicero, IL

$24 - $29/hr

Join the AM Bus Company, where we pride ourselves on being a family-owned and operated business dedicated to excellence in student transportation services. Whether you're a seasoned professional or ...

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As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for bus owned operated in the United States is $19.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Work EnvironmentOwns or manages a bus business, handles maintenance and schedulingOperates buses for transportation services, often employed by companies
Employer & Industry UsageBus owners, transportation companies, private operatorsPublic transit agencies, private transportation services

Bus Owned Operated refers to individuals or entities owning and managing their own bus operations, including maintenance and scheduling. Bus Driver typically describes an employee operating buses for a company or agency. The key difference lies in ownership and management responsibilities versus employment roles within the industry.

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School Bus Driver - Training Provided

School Bus Driver - Training Provided

AM Bus Company

Chicago Ridge, IL

$24 - $29/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago

Job description


AM Bus Company Is Hiring School Bus Drivers in the Chicago, IL area!

No Experience Required! We Provide Training

Earn $24-$29 Per Hour - Full Benefits

Applicants With CDL & Passenger & School Bus Endorsements Preferred!!

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Are you passionate about working with children and seeking an exciting opportunity as a school bus driver? Look no further! Join the AM Bus Company, where we pride ourselves on being a family-owned and operated business dedicated to excellence in student  transportation services.

Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the field, we welcome you to join our team. Don't have a CDL yet? No worries! We offer comprehensive CDL training for individuals interested in embarking on a fulfilling career in school bus driving. Join us in ensuring the safety and comfort of students on their journey to and from school each day.

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What We Offer:

  • Earn $24-$29 Per Hour
  • Full Benefits- Health, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
  • 401(k) + Company Match
  • Referral Bonus
  • Quarterly Bonuses
  • Quarterly Employee Appreciation Events
  • Weekends Off
  • Paid Holidays


Responsibilities:

  •  Transport children and other passengers to and from destination
  • Obey all traffic laws to ensure students arrive to their destination safely
  • Maintain a clean and mechanically sound bus at all times
  • Ensure the safety of all students when entering and leaving the bus
  • Assist students with getting on and off the bus as needed
  • Engage with students as they enter and leave the bus
  • Ability to carry out assigned route on time
  • Student check after every time bus is believed to be empty or leaving the bus


Other responsibilities Include:

  • ​Daily Pre-Trip and Post Trip inspections checking vehicle safety such as tires, brakes, turn signals and safety equipment
  •  Being attentive to traffic and weather conditions and ensuring passenger safety
  •  Following the planned route and schedule for departure times and stops
  • Mandatory monthly safety meetings


Requirements:

  • Must be 23 years of age or older
  • Must have a current valid driver's license for a minimum of 3 years with no breaks
  • Clean driving record with no at-fault accidents or traffic citations within the last 3 years
  • Must be able and willing to pass a DOT physical 
  • Must be able and willing to go through a pre-employment background check
  • Must be able to understand and communicate in the english language

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All Drivers are subject to Annual DOT Physicals and Random Drug & Alcohol Testing


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