Bus Driver

Academy Express

Mount Holly, Burlington County
Local
$73,353 - $73,353/yr
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What to Expect

This is a full_time Local position with Academy Express in Mount Holly, Burlington County. The position pays $73,353 - $73,353/yr.

Job Description

Bus Driver ❮ back to last search Academy Express Westampton Twp, New Jersey, 08060 $73,353 per year - estimated ? Full time CLOSING SOON Apply for this job ACADEMY BUS is now hiring CDL DRIVERS to operate ON-CAMPUS TRANSPORTATION for our local University contract services in Camden, NJ. Join Academy Bus and be part of our elite team of professional drivers, backed by the best operations, dispatch, and maintenance teams in the transportation industry. Pay is up to $26.00 per hour with a $5000 SIGN ON BONUS. Every Friday is Pay Day! Paid training, paid time off, paid holidays, and supplemental pay. Full benefits available, including FREE MEDICAL BENEFITS for the full-time employee. PAY Up to $26.00 per hour Time and Half on 6th/7th day $5000 sign on bonus (Full-time with CDL) BENEFITS FREE MEDICAL PLAN (Free for the full-time employee. Coverage is available for spouse and dependents.) FREE LIFE INSURANCE (Life Insurance for employee, spouse, and children up to age 26.) 401K PLAN WITH EMPLOYER MATCH ($0.50 per $1.00 up to $1400 per year.) Dental, Vision and Prescription plans available Additional life, accident, hospital, short term disability and long term disability coverage available PAID TIME OFF AND HOLIDAYS FREE UNIFORMS (plus annual replacement vouchers) Paid training Service awards and bonuses Quarterly and annual safety bonuses REQUIREMENTS CDL Passenger Endorsement No airbrake restrictions Valid DOT medical card Must pass a DOT drug screen Subject to a background check and review of driving record Health Insurance and Benefits Offered Include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, and Life insurance Supplemental coverages 401K plan Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer Apply for this job Stats for this job Salary comparison: This job National average Travel Jobs average New Jersey average Salaries The number of jobs in each salary range for all: Receive similar jobs by email Create alert By creating an alert, you agree to our T&Cs and Privacy Notice, and Cookie Use. Similar jobs Bus Driver $18 / hour Riverview Estates Rehabilitation & Senior Living Merchantville, New Jersey, 08109 Bus Driver $20.00 - $25.00 per hour Children of America Evesham, New Jersey, 08053 Bus Driver ESTIMATED: $60,631 per year ? Acts Retirement Life Communities Moorestown, New Jersey, 08057 Charter Bus Driver $200 - $300 per day Academy Express Westampton Twp, New Jersey, 08060 School Bus Driver ESTIMATED: $40,625 per year ? First Student Pennsauken, New Jersey Popular searches Personal driver Mount Holly, NJ Back to last search ❮ back to last search Receive similar jobs by email Create alert No thanks, take me to the job By creating an alert, you agree to our T&Cs and Privacy Notice, and Cookie Use. Apply for this job

Requirements

  • passenger endorsement
  • Clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Record)
  • At least 21 years old (interstate)
  • Valid DOT physical card

About Local Trucking

Local trucking jobs operate within a 100-to-200-mile radius, allowing drivers to be home every night. These positions often involve multiple stops per day, including deliveries to stores, warehouses, or construction sites. Local driving is an excellent fit for those who value work-life balance, and demand for local CDL drivers continues to grow as e-commerce expands.

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A Day in the Life

A typical day as a local driver starts at the company yard, where you do a pre-trip inspection and pick up your load or delivery manifest. You make several stops within the metro area or surrounding communities, handling pickups and drop-offs at loading docks, stores, and customer sites. The work is fast-paced with plenty of backing and maneuvering, but the trade-off is being home every night with weekends off.

Pros & Cons of Local Driving

Pros

  • + Home every night with weekends typically off
  • + No need to live in a sleeper cab
  • + Consistent daily routine and work-life balance
  • + Health benefits from regular meals and sleep schedule
  • + Growing demand from e-commerce and last-mile delivery

Cons

  • Lower per-mile pay compared to OTR and regional
  • More physical work with frequent loading and unloading
  • Heavy city traffic and tight dock maneuvering
  • Early morning start times (often 3 AM to 5 AM)
  • Higher number of stops per day means more paperwork

Career Path

1

CDL Training & Helper Routes

Get your CDL and start on local helper routes or ride-along positions to learn city driving.

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2

Solo Local Driver

Run your own local route with regular stops, building relationships with customers and dispatchers.

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3

Senior Driver or Spotter

Take on premium routes, yard jockey roles, or become a lead driver for your terminal.

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4

Dispatcher or Terminal Manager

Transition into dispatch, safety management, or terminal operations using your driving expertise.

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Trucking in New Jersey

Port Newark-Elizabeth and proximity to New York City create massive demand for local and drayage drivers.

Average driver salary in New Jersey: $55,000 - $80,000/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does this local job pay?

This position pays $73,353 - $73,353/yr. Actual pay may vary based on experience, endorsements, and miles driven.

What is the trucking job market like in New Jersey?

Port Newark-Elizabeth and proximity to New York City create massive demand for local and drayage drivers. The average truck driver salary in New Jersey ranges from $55,000 - $80,000 per year.

Last updated: July 14, 2026

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