Full Time Bus Operator

Pace Bus; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 71,635,200 - 77,145,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union position

Job summary

Pace Bus in Evanston, IL is seeking a bus operator to transport passengers on pre-determined routes and assist with fare information, boarding, and deboarding. You will monitor farebox, report detours, and maintain records. This is a union, safety-sensitive role offering benefits upon employment.

Required: 21+ years old, Illinois CDL Class B, 5+ years safe driving, strong communication skills, and ability to work long hours, split shifts, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old and able to obtain a valid Illinois CDL Class B.
• Safe driving record for 5 years.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Able to work long hours, split shifts and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Monitor farebox to ensure correct fare deposited; dispense and collect transfers.
• File a defect card daily noting mechanical and body defects on vehicle.
• Report detours or passenger needs to dispatcher via radio.
• Record farebox readings and special passenger counts as required.
• Maintain daily work sheet and complete accident/incident reports when necessary.
• Other duties assigned or required.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Safe driving history

Customer service

Flexibility to work long hours

Education

CDL Class B (Illinois)

Job description

A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include:

1. Monitoring farebox to ascertain correct fare has been deposited, dispenses and collects transfers.


2. Filing a defect card daily, noting mechanical and body defects on vehicle.


3. Reporting to dispatcher via radio any route detours, or whenever passengers might require assistance of police, medical or other services.


4. Recording farebox readings and special passenger counts as required.


5. Maintaining daily work sheet and completes accident/incident reports when necessary.


6. Other duties assigned or required.

NOTE: This is a bargained for position (Union) and is in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Qualifications:
Must be at least 21 years of age, and be able to obtain a valid class "B" Illinois Commercial Drivers license. Must have a good work history and a record of safe driving (5 years). Must successfully pass a training and route familiarization program. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. Must be able to work long hours, split shifts and weekends.

Pace is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This is a safety sensitive position.

Salary

$25.60/hr

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