Part-Time Bus Driver

WE ARE HIRING! Join our team and become our new part-time BUS DRIVER for the courtesy bus service the Village proudly offers to all Niles residents. Bus Drivers are responsible for providing safe and courteous transportation to the public on assigned bus routes. This position works primarily on weekends and reports to the Transportation Supervisor.

Essential job functions include…

• Performs daily pre-trip bus inspections to ensure cleanliness and report any safety or maintenance problems.
• Exercises continual defensive driving techniques and completes assigned bus routes in a safe, timely fashion.
• Monitors passenger behavior to minimize bus incidents and accidents.
• Assists passengers in need of assistance.
• Communicates with the public in a courteous and helpful manner and accurately tallies passenger counts.
• Practices safety in all tasks and adheres to applicable federal, state, and Village safety regulations.
• Adheres to PACE policies and guidelines.
• Passes training and route orientation requirements.

Qualified candidates should…

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Have a valid CDL Class C License with passenger endorsement.
• Have a good driving record, as verified by a driver’s license abstract/motor vehicle report.
• Possess a DOT medical card and be able to pass a DOT physical.
• Be able to lift 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
• Have visual acuity and hearing ability critical for the safety of the bus and passengers.
• Have excellent customer service and communication skills.

Pay, benefits, and more…

• Available shifts are primarily on weekends with occasional weekday hours to cover vacancies. Applicants must be able to work Saturdays and/or Sundays, between 8:30am and 5pm, as a regularly assigned schedule.
• May work an average of up to 19 hours per week.
• Starting wage is $25.10 - $32.63 per hour, depending on qualifications.
• Paid leave.

It’s possible here. The Village of Niles strives to create a community and workplace where everyone feels welcomed. We care deeply about our residents and businesses, and we work hard on their behalf to keep making Niles better. Ready to join us? APPLY NOW by downloading an application from the Village’s website ( and it to [email protected]. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The Village of Niles is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay: $25.10 - $32.63 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

License/Certification:

• CDL C (Preferred)
• Passenger Endorsement (Preferred)

Work Location: In person