Paratransit Operator - Part Time – Metro QC

Keolis Transit America; Rock Island (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Keolis Transit America is hiring part-time Paratransit Operators in Rock Island, IL. Employees will typically work under 30 hours per week and operate on-site.

A valid Illinois driver's license, a clean DMV record, and 3 years of verifiable driving history are required. The role emphasizes customer service, safety, and efficient route operations, with responsibilities including assisting riders, maintaining proper documentation, and ensuring ADA compliance.

Qualifications

• 3 years verifiable driving record.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have a valid IL driver license.
• Must have clean driving record – DMV printout required.
• Must have stable work history.

Responsibilities

• Provide courteous customer service and assistance to passengers.
• Communicate clearly with passengers and dispatch during service disruptions.
• Ensure accessibility needs are addressed for riders with mobility devices.
• Assist passengers with boarding and alighting; secure mobility devices as needed.
• Maintain safety by following ADA policies and road rules.

Skills

English

Positive attitude

Follow directions

Punctuality

Adaptability

Patience

Tech literacy

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: PARAT006958

• Posted : October 14, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site
• Rate : $20 USD per hour

Locations

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Rock Island, IL 61201, USA

Description

Keolis is Hiring Part-Time Paratransit Operators in Rock Island, IL!

Employees will regularly be scheduled to work less than thirty (30) hours per week.

Knowledge and Experience:

• 3 years verifiable Driving record
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Must have a valid IL driver license
• Must have clean driving record – DMV printout required
• Must have stable work history

Skills:

• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Must have a positive attitude and enjoy working with the general public
• Able to follow directions
• Consistently showing up on time and being dependable
• Ability to work in an ever changing environment
• Patience and Understanding: Providing compassionate service to passengers with special needs
• Must be able to correctly use all electronic technology after training has been provided

Key Accountabilities:

Customer Service

• Ensure customers feel welcome
• Effectively communicate with passengers especially in the event of service disruptions
• Provide passengers with assistance as needed
• Accommodate passengers with information such as schedule, guidance, ect.

Safety

• Practice defensive driving, anticipating potential hazards and reacting appropriately to avoid accidents
• Ensure safe on-road operations while maintaining on-time performance
• Familiarity with assigned routing and detours to include inclement weather
• Awareness of ADA Policies and Procedures to ensure compliance
• Report immediately to dispatch any vehicular accident or passenger incident and follow the incident and accident reporting procedures
• Assist and help passengers with mobility devices, such as wheelchairs or walkers while providing either curb to curb or door to door service
• Assisting passengers with boarding and properly securing wheelchairs

Safety

• Comply with all requirements of the Road Traffic Safety Management System
• Comply with the rules, laws and regulations relating to road safety
• Report any situation posing a risk to road safety to supervisor
• Promote road safety when driving a vehicle

Operation

• Collect the prescribed fare media and notify dispatch of any type of fare evasion or fraud
• Perform pre and post trip inspections and enter all defects on to the DVIR forms
• Follow exact deadhead routing and their assigned revenue service routes
• Depart the start of each route exactly on-time and never operate ahead of schedule
• Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All roles may entail, to varying extents, the following physical demands:

- Long periods (potentially exceeding 8 hours per day) of walking, standing, sitting, bending, pushing, pulling, climbing, lifting, balancing, stooping, twisting, squatting, handling materials, repetitive hand-wrist motions, and traversing uneven surfaces;

- Exposure to both extreme heat and cold;

- Exposure to loud noises, fumes, and airborne particles;

In addition to the above demands inherent in every role, the following roles may entail unique physical demands, including:

- Operators/Drivers may work inside or outside vehicles and may operate vehicles for over 8 hours per day.

- Operations Supervisors and Managers may split their work between an office setting looking at a computer screen/electronic device and active transit field locations driving in a vehicle.

- Maintenance Employees may be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals in a ventilated maintenance shop and may work with personal computers, laptops, electronic hand-held devices, complex electrical schematics, diagnostic software and testing devices, and other heavy machinery.

- Office Staff may work indoors in air-conditioned or well-ventilated facilities, including offices and cubicle spaces equipped with a telephone and computer and may entail typing or looking at a computer screen.

Additional Statements:

Drug screening: Pursuant to Department of Transportation regulations, employment for safety-sensitive positions will be contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen and a physical examination. Keolis maintains a drug-free workplace. Employment will also be contingent upon completion of a background check consistent with applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.

Safety commitment: Safety is a way of life at Keolis. By placing safety first, we ensure the wellbeing of our employees, customers, and communities. Together we can become the safest transportation company in the world.

Environmental commitment: Keolis is committed to protecting the environment by minimizing the impact of our operations on the communities where we operate.

EEO statement: Our policy is to afford Equal Employment Opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy status, genetic information, veteran status, gender identification, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail]. Keolis complies with federal and state disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants.

Work authorization: “Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Keolis does not sponsor visas for this position”

Disclaimer and closing statement: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job. Keolis is committed to offering our employees competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible

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