Lead Bus Driver – Resident Transportation & Team Lead

Senior Lifestyle; Lincolnwood (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

DailyPay

Retirement plan

Job summary

Senior Lifestyle in Lincolnwood, IL is seeking a Lead Bus Driver to transport residents to scheduled outings, appointments, and events while guiding two additional drivers. You will coordinate ride confirmations and serve as the primary liaison between residents and staff.

The role emphasizes safety, courteous service, and reliable vehicle oversight, including scheduling, maintenance coordination, and ensuring residents return safely.

Qualifications

• Experience driving a large vehicle such as a bus, van, or truck.
• Valid driver’s license required to operate community vehicles.
• Safe driving record in accordance with Senior Lifestyle company policy.
• Ability to remain focused and drive safely without being easily distracted by passengers or external factors.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact respectfully and patiently with residents.
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Transport residents to scheduled appointments, outings, and community events.
• Ensure all residents are safely assisted in and out of the vehicle as needed.
• Confirm all residents are returned safely to the community following trips.
• Maintain a calm, courteous, and professional demeanor with residents at all times.
• Serve as the lead driver for the transportation team, providing direction and support to two additional drivers.
• Assist with daily driver assignments and coverage coordination.
• Communicate schedule changes, delays, or issues clearly and professionally to staff and residents.
• Assist with scheduling transportation requests and organizing daily routes.
• Confirm rides with residents prior to scheduled trips.
• Work closely with Programs and Operations staff to ensure transportation needs are met efficiently and accurately.
• Monitor the condition of all transportation vehicles.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness by performing and/or scheduling regular interior and exterior cleaning.
• Report mechanical issues promptly and assist with coordinating repairs and maintenance as needed.

Skills

Bus driving

Leadership

Customer service

Safety-consciousness

Job description

Senior Lifestyle in Lincolnwood, IL is seeking a Lead Bus Driver to transport residents to scheduled outings, appointments, and events while guiding two additional drivers. You will coordinate ride confirmations and serve as the primary liaison between residents and staff.

The role emphasizes safety, courteous service, and reliable vehicle oversight, including scheduling, maintenance coordination, and ensuring residents return safely.