DRIVER

CENTRAL STATES BUS SALES INC; Illinois; On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Central States Bus Sales is seeking a CDL Driver to deliver school and transit buses from our Oswego, IL location. The role involves daytime day trips within Illinois, completing on-time deliveries and following strict safety and customer service standards.

The ideal candidate holds a Class A or B CDL with Air Brake and Passenger endorsements, is 21+, and passes DOT physicals and screenings. Flexibility, reliability, and the ability to work independently are essential for this on-call delivery

Qualifications

• Must have Class A or B CDL with Air Brake and Passenger endorsements.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years old with excellent driving record, verified through the state DMV.
• Must pass DOT physical and drug/alcohol screening and other required tests.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule.
• Must be friendly and customer oriented.
• Must work independently and complete tasks on schedule.
• Must have adequate physical strength to maneuver the bus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver buses to customers in IL and surrounding areas; end deliveries to schools and entities.
• Perform pre-trip inspection of buses to identify defects and ensure operability.
• Observe all federal, state, and local safety regulations and company policies.
• Maintain timely deliveries and accurate route/location paperwork.
• Report emergencies or accidents and cooperate with shop and bus sales as needed.

Skills

Customer oriented

Independent worker

Flexible schedule

Strong driving record

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

CDL Bus Delivery Driver

Central States Bus Sales is currently seeking CDL Drivers for our location in Oswego, IL. This position completes school and commercial bus deliveries to customers.

Job Skills/Requirements:

• Operate gas, diesel, and propane buses for end deliveries to schools and other entities
• Observe all federal, state and local speed and safety regulations
• Observe all company customer service and safety policies
• Obtain timesheet with route location and driving directions/instructions
• Perform pre-trip inspection of bus to observe any visual defects and to check operating systems
• Report emergency or imminent safety conditions to the Shop and/or Bus Sales
• Report accidents immediately to police or ambulance service as needed and complete Company accident report
• Must be able to deliver buses on-time to the customer

Qualifications:

• Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Air Brake and Passenger endorsements
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 21 years of age with excellent driving record, verified through the state Motor Vehicle Department
• Must pass DOT physical, drug/alcohol screening and other required tests and be able to comply with all other DOT guidelines
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule
• Must be friendly and customer oriented
• Must be able to work independently and be able to complete work on schedule
• Must have adequate physical strength to maneuver the bus

This is not an everyday job. It is on an as-needed basis, as the deliveries are sporadic. During the summer months, there is a possibility of three to four days a week and sometimes five when necessary. Deliveries are Monday-Friday, daytime hours. All deliveries are day trips within the state of IL.

Central States Bus Sales is a dealer for several manufacturers of school and transit buses. We are the largest Blue Bird School Bus dealer in the country with six locations covering six states and headquartered in Missouri.

EOE/AA