Full Time Bus Operator

Job DescriptionA 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:Monitoring farebox to ascertain correct fare has been deposited, dispenses and collects transfers.Filing a defect card daily, noting mechanical and body defects on vehicle.Reporting to dispatcher via radio any route detours, or whenever passengers might require assistance of police, medical or other services.Recording farebox readings and special passenger counts as required.Maintaining daily work sheet and completes accident/incident reports when necessary.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 EmployerThis is a safety sensitive position.Salary$25.60/hrBenefits SummaryPace, the Suburban Bus Division of the Regional Transportation Authority ("Pace"), was established to aid and assist public transportation in the six-county northeastern Illinois area consisting of Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, and Will Counties.As an equal opportunity employer, Pace seeks to employ qualified personnel in all job classifications and to provide equal opportunities in a manner that will not discriminate against any person because of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, marital or civil union status, citizenship status, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, order of protection status, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic defined under applicable law.Thank you for your interest in Pace. If you are having difficulty completing this application or require other assistance, please contact Devlin Collins.Job InfoJob Identification 128Posting Date 07/28/2025, 08:24 PMDegree Level High School GraduateJob Schedule Full timeLocations 2330 Oakton St, Evanston, IL, 60202, US (On-site)