CDL Bus Driver Pool

Parkland College; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 31,684; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Champaign is seeking a part-time CDL Bus Driver to ensure the safe operation of vehicles, transporting students and staff. The role requires a valid CDL with a passenger endorsement and excellent driving skills. Responsibilities include performing vehicle inspections, planning travel routes, and maintaining accurate logs. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and be available for various shifts including evenings and weekends. The position offers an hourly rate of $23.00 with duties focused on safety and punctuality.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• A clean driving record is required.
• Must pass an IDOT drug screen and physical.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe operation of vehicles from Parkland College’s fleet.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Plan and follow efficient routes to minimize travel time.

Skills

Safe driving

Excellent verbal communication

Ability to work in varying weather conditions

Strong organizational skills

Education

Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement

Job description

CDL Bus Driver Pool

Hourly Rate: $23.00

This position is an on-campus, part-time, up-to 19-hour appointment based in Champaign, Illinois.

This is a pooled position, which means applications are accepted year-round. When an opening becomes available, qualified applicants from the pool may be contacted for interviews.

NOTE: We only review applications submitted within the last six months, so remember to keep your application updated.

The purpose of the Bus and CDL Driver position is to ensure the safe and reliable operation of Parkland College vehicles while transporting students, faculty, staff, athletic teams, and student organizations to a variety of events. The primary responsibility of this role is to skillfully drive and maneuver fleet vehicles to assigned destinations, prioritizing passenger safety and punctuality.

The Bus and CDL Driver is a part-time, non-exempt, 19 hours or less appointment. Weekends and weekday evenings may be required in response to Parkland College events, athletic events, community activities, and other college-sponsored activities.

Applicants must submit:

• An online employment application
• Cover letter
• Resume or CV
• Driver's Abstract – To request a Driver's Abstract from the Office of the Secretary of State, click here

Essential Job Functions

• Ensure the safe operation of vehicles from Parkland College’s fleet, including those listed below:
  • 34 passenger bus - air brakes
  • 22 passenger bus - mechanical brakes
  • 15 passenger van
  • 11 passenger van
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure they are in good working order. Report any maintenance issues to Public Safety.
• Plan and follow efficient routes to minimize travel time and fuel consumption, avoiding underpasses under 13' 6" clearance.
• Adhere to all safety regulations, traffic laws, and Parkland College policies.
• Maintain accurate logs of working hours and vehicle service records.
• Complete all necessary paperwork and documentation accurately and on time.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement.
• A clean driving record as verified by an MVR.
• A commitment to safe driving.
• Prospective new hires will successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment criminal background check with fingerprinting. The background check review includes, but is not limited to, FMSCA compliant driving and safety performance history, and exclusionary offenses per the Illinois School Code and Title IV of the Higher Education Act.
• Must pass an IDOT drug screen and physical and meet IDOT driving standards (CDL Drivers are subject to random drug tests per IDOT regulations).
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions, squat, lift, move, push, and pull heavy objects, climb in and out of the vehicle, stand for long periods of time, and operate controls and equipment.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to listen effectively and respond accordingly.
• Must be available to travel throughout Parkland College District 505 and out of district travel that may require staying overnight at location.
• In an effort to comply with SURS return-to-work restrictions for employers (40 ILCS 5/15-139.5), candidates for employment at Parkland College must either not be a SURS annuitant or must be willing to suspend his/her SURS annuity upon employment. This applies to all SURS annuitants except those receiving their annuity under either the Self‑Managed Plan (SMP) or by lump‑sum payment.

Physical Requirements

• Movement: Position requires frequent standing, walking, and sitting. May occasionally involve climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Lifting/Carrying: Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Manual Dexterity: Role involves repetitive hand/arm movements, fine motor skills for typing and equipment use, and operation of machinery.
• Vision/Hearing/Communication: Requires close and distance vision, depth perception, normal hearing, and clear verbal communication.
• Work Environment: Position may involve exposure to heat during outdoor deployments, loud noise, and moving machinery.

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://www.parkland.edu/careers will not be considered.

Please monitor your email, including spam or junk mail folders, for future correspondence from Parkland College Human Resources. For further information on the application process, please contact Parkland College Human Resources at 217‑351‑2220.

Applicants with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted by contacting Human Resources at 217‑351‑2220 or by emailing [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer