Part-Time Vehicle Operator — Paratransit & Community Transit

Voluntary Action Center of Northern Illinois; Sycamore (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Leave (PLA)

Emergency Time Off (ETO)

Paid Holidays

Paid Bereavement Leave

Growth and Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Voluntary Action Center of Northern Illinois seeks reliable Vehicle Operator to provide safe transport to clients in Sycamore, IL. This part-time role supports paratransit, flex-route, and park & ride services, with shifts within Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Responsibilities include passenger assistance, pre/post-trip checks, route coordination with dispatch, and maintaining trip logs. Requires a high school diploma, IL driver’s license, DOT readiness, and experience in transportation

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical, background check, and drug screening.
• Experience in transportation, public service, or similar field preferred.
• Public or community transportation experience and experience working with seniors or individuals with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate agency vehicles under various road and weather conditions.
• Assist passengers boarding, riding, and exiting vehicles.
• Secure mobility devices and provide passenger assistance as needed.
• Communicate with dispatch regarding routes and passenger movement.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Maintain accurate logs (trips, mileage, fuel, fares, and hours).
• Deliver excellent customer service while representing VAC’s mission and values.

Skills

Transit experience

Public safety

Customer service

Safety awareness

DOT standards knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Voluntary Action Center of Northern Illinois seeks reliable Vehicle Operator to provide safe transport to clients in Sycamore, IL. This part-time role supports paratransit, flex-route, and park & ride services, with shifts within Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Responsibilities include passenger assistance, pre/post-trip checks, route coordination with dispatch, and maintaining trip logs. Requires a high school diploma, IL driver’s license, DOT readiness, and experience in transportation