Bus Operator: Safe Transit & Customer Service Pro

Pace Suburban Bus; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Pace Suburban Bus is seeking a Bus Operator to transport passengers on a fixed route and provide fare and route information. You will assist with boarding, monitor the farebox, and file defect notes daily.

You will report detours to the dispatcher and maintain records as required, with ongoing duties as assigned. The role requires a Class B IL license, a safe driving history, and successful completion of training and familiarization.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Must possess a valid Class B Illinois driver's license.
• Minimum 5 years of safe driving history.
• Must successfully pass a training and route familiarization program.
• Candidate must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Operate a bus on a predetermined route and provide route and fare information.
• Assist with boarding and deboarding passengers.
• Monitor farebox to ensure correct fare is deposited; dispense and collect transfers.
• File a defect card daily noting mechanical and body defects.
• Report route detours or safety issues to the dispatcher via radio.
• Record farebox readings and any special passenger counts as required.
• Maintain daily worksheets and complete accident/incident reports when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Driver's license (Class B IL)

Safe driving history

Training & route familiarization

21+ years old

Job description

Pace Suburban Bus is seeking a Bus Operator to transport passengers on a fixed route and provide fare and route information. You will assist with boarding, monitor the farebox, and file defect notes daily.

You will report detours to the dispatcher and maintain records as required, with ongoing duties as assigned. The role requires a Class B IL license, a safe driving history, and successful completion of training and familiarization.