Transit Van Driver

Transit Van Driver

Melrose Park, IL

Transit Bus Driver

We are currently on the lookout for an experienced Bus Driver to join our elite team in Melrose Park, IL! As a key member, you will be entrusted with ensuring safe and comfortable transportation for our passengers, while upholding the highest standards of professionalism and customer service.

Transdev is proud to offer:

CBA Position:

Position Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement:

• Starting payrate $21.00/ hour
• Annual increases
• Paid Training

Benefits include:

• Vacation: 5 days in the first year
• Holidays: 7 days
• Medical, dental and vision, and 401(k)

Benefits may vary depending on location policy. The above represents the standard Corporate Policy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safety-Focused Operations: Execute flawless operations by meticulously following designated routes and schedules, while adhering to stringent safety protocols and traffic regulations.
• Passenger Care: Exhibit exceptional care and assistance towards passengers, ensuring smooth boarding, comfortable rides, and timely disembarkation for all.
• Vehicle Vigilance: Champion vehicle safety through comprehensive pre-trip and post-trip inspections, promptly reporting any maintenance issues, and maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety equipment readiness.
• Adherence to Protocols: Uphold company policies and procedures rigorously, encompassing seat belt enforcement, emergency response preparedness, and compliance with regulatory mandates.
• Other duties as required

Qualifications:

• 21 years or older
• Valid CDL Class C or Permit
• Minimum 5 years of driving experience (personal or professional)
• Excellent communication & customer service skills.
• Availability to workday, evening, weekend and shifts as assigned. Location hours are 4am-12am.
• Subject to a DOT drug testing and physical if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.
• Work environment will be a combination of both indoors and outdoors.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodation for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected]

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:

• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Job Category: Drivers

Job Type: Full Time

Req ID: 4624

Pay Group: DVF

Cost Center: 55450

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

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Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Driving experience (personal or professional): 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CDL Class C or Permit (Required)

Work Location: In person