Driver

Rides Mass Transit; Greenup (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Vacation: up to 25 days

Sick & Personal Leave: 7 sick days, 5+

Retirement: IMRF + 457b with 2% match

Job summary

Rides Mass Transit (RMTD) is seeking entry-level, full-time drivers in Illinois. We provide training and offer a starting pay of $19.25 per hour, plus a $500 new-hire incentive after successful completion of a three-month training period.

This role requires a CDL within one month and involves customer-focused, safe driving across all shifts. Benefits include health, vision, dental, life insurance, PTO, vacation up to 25 days, sick and personal leave, and retirement plans (IMRF and 457b with 2%

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old to hold a CDL.
• Clean driving record for the past 3 years (no more than one moving violation or one at-fault accident).
• No DUI convictions within the last 10 years.
• CDL license must be obtained within one month of employment; RMTD will train qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

• Drive full-time passenger routes as required.
• Provide safe, friendly, customer-focused service.
• Follow DOT and ADA safety procedures; assist clients as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Positive attitude

Willing to work all shifts

Safety-conscious

Education

CDL license within 1 month

Job description

Job Title: Driver (Full-Time, Entry-Level)

Starting Pay: $19.25 /hr New Hire Incentive: $500.00 bonus after successful completion of a minimum three-month training period

Position Overview

RMTD is looking for service-oriented individuals to join our team as full-time drivers. This is an entry-level position where we provide the training necessary for you to succeed. We are looking for candidates with a friendly, customer-service-centered attitude who are willing to work all shifts.

We offer a comprehensive benefits suite to support our full-time employees:

• Insurance: Affordable Group Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance.
• Paid Time Off:
• Vacation: Accrued annually; earn up to 25 paid vacation days based on years of service.
• Sick & Personal Leave: 7 sick days and 5 paid leave days accrued annually.
• Retirement Security: Participation in the IMRF Retirement Plan and a 457b Retirement Account with a 2% employer match.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Age: Must be at least 21 years of age to hold a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Driving Record:
• Must have a good driving record for the past 3 years (no more than one moving violation or one at-fault accident).
• No DUI convictions within the last 10 years.
• Documentation: Ability to provide proof of personal auto insurance.
• Background:
• A verifiable, positive work history with no separations due to substance abuse violations.
• Because RMTD provides transportation for Federal and State programs, we may not hire persons with felony convictions.
• CDL Licensing: You must obtain a CDL license (including passenger and air brake tests) within one month of employment. RMTD will train qualified candidates.
• Attitude: A customer-focused and positive mindset is essential.

Skills & Requirements

Physical & Safety Standards

• DOT Compliance: Applicants must meet DOT physical qualifications (49 CFR 391.41).
• Physical Demands: Drivers must be able to lift 50 pounds to assist clients, as well as bend, stoop, and kneel to perform wheelchair securement and assist passengers as required by ADA regulations.

Training Program

New hires will undergo a structured training process, including:

• A minimum of five days of classroom driver training.
• A minimum three-month total training period.

Compliance & Values

• Drug-Free Workplace: In accordance with Federal Regulations and DOT standards, all safety-sensitive applicants must pass a pre-employment drug test. Please note that both recreational and medical marijuana use are strictly prohibited under DOT guidelines.

Equal Opportunity: RMTD is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, or any other protected class.