DRIVER

Big Bus Tours; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Bus Tours in Chicago, IL is seeking an experienced bus driver to operate open-top double-decker tours on designated routes. You will prioritize passenger safety, perform pre-trip checks, and adhere to schedules and DOT regulations.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, providing courteous service, following routes, operating ticket sales with devices as needed, and coordinating with Tour Managers to deliver high-quality tours.

Qualifications

• CDL with passenger endorsement required.
• DOT Medical card and valid CDL MVR/Abstract.
• Knowledge of Hop on Hop off industry is a plus.
• Familiar with Chicago downtown area.
• 2 years driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Report on time to the depot as scheduled in required uniform.
• Perform and complete pre-trip inspection of your assigned bus.
• Follow the given route as scheduled.
• Play recorded commentary tour throughout the tour routes.
• Stop at every bus stop on the route.
• Maintain the safety of the bus and passengers at all times.
• Follow all state and Federal traffic and DOT laws.
• Report incidents or accidents immediately per policy.
• Seasonally process ticket sales with provided ECR machines.
• Collaborate with Tour Managers to deliver high level of customer service.
• Greet customers with smile and kind approach.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Local area knowledge

Safety minded

2 years driving experience

Education

CDL with passenger endorsement (Class A or B)

DOT Medical card

CDL MVR/Abstract current within 30 days

Social Security Card

Tools

ECR ticket machines

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Chicago - CHICAGO, IL 60609Position Type: Full-Time/Part-TimeEducation Level: Not SpecifiedSalary Range: $27.00 - $30.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: AnyJob Category: TransportationThe main responsibilities are to drive our customers in an open-top double-decker bus on designated routes inChicago, IL. To prioritize safety andmaintaina high standard of driving and to ensure that the companies schedules and routes are adhered.

• Report on time to the depot as scheduled in required uniform
• Perform and complete Pre-trip inspection of your assigned bus including checking to ensure bus is clean and ready to receive passengers-entails walking around your bus to do proper pre-trip inspection
• Follow the given route as scheduled
• Play recorded commentary tour throughout the tour routes
• Stop at every bus stop on the route (regardless of whether or not passengers are present)
• Maintain the safety of the bus and passengers at all times during the tour
• Follow all state and Federal traffic and DOT laws rules/regulations
• Report any incidents or accidents immediately per company policy
• Seasonally we require drivers to process ticket sales with provided ECR machines
• Collaborate closely with Tour Managers to deliver highest level of customer service.
• Greet customers with smile and kind approach at all times.

QualificationsQualifications/Skills/Experience

• Knowledgeable of Hop on Hop off industry a plus
• Basics Customer Service knowledge
• Familiar with Chicago downtown area and high trafficked locales
• Natural communicator
• Commercial Driver’s License.
• Class A or B - Passenger Endorsement
• Airbrakes
• 2 years experience
• DOT Medical card with a National Register number on it, signed by and MRO and stamped by the MRO Office (Medical Review Officer)
• A current CDL MVR/Abstract taken within the last 30day and it must show that the driver has registered his medical status with DMV. (A CDL ABSTRACT IS DIFFERENT FROM A REGULAR ABSTRACT/MVR)
• Social Security Card