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What they do
A Bus Driver drives buses and transport passengers along a designated route. Works for a city public transit system, regional bus company, or school district.
$45,447 / year median in Illinois
+3% projected growth
Job Description
NOW HIRING BUS DRIVER PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT SALARY
$60,646
•$84,905 (Starting salary typically no higher than the midpoint, DOQ).
SCHEDULE
Monday
•Friday, 9:30 a.m.
•5:30 p.m.
APPLY BY
October 5, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
BENEFITS
Paid leave, Health insurance, IMRF pension & 457(b) retirement plans, Niles Fitness Membership & wellness program, tuition reimbursement & professional development.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Join our team and become our new full-time Bus Driver in the Public Works Department. Reporting to the Transportation Supervisor, this position provides safe, courteous, and dependable transportation to Niles residents along assigned bus routes, operating in accordance with Village and PACE policies and guidelines.
YOUR DAY TO DAY
Conducts pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the assigned bus, verifying cleanliness and reporting damage, safety concerns, or maintenance needs. Applies defensive driving techniques continuously and observes all applicable federal, state, and Village safety regulations. Monitors passenger behavior throughout each route to minimize incidents and accidents. Greets and assists riders in a courteous and helpful manner, answering questions about routes and service. Tallies the number of passengers boarding the bus and records accurate ridership counts. Completes assigned routes safely and on schedule; performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUCCESS
Holds a valid CDL Class C license with a Passenger endorsement. Maintains a Driver's License Court Purposes abstract reflecting a driving record in good standing for five (5) years or more. Possesses a current DOT card and passes a DOT physical. Completes all Village training and route orientation requirements. Lifts up to 20 pounds at a time and frequently carries objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Demonstrates the visual and hearing acuity needed to operate safely around emergency vehicles and assist passengers in need of help.
READY TO JOIN US?
Download and complete an application from the Village website and email it in PDF format, to personnel@vniles.com. The Village of Niles is an
Equal Opportunity Employer Pay:
$60,646.00
•$84,905.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you maintain a driver's license court purposes abstract reflecting a driving record in good standing for 5 years or more.
License/Certification:
CDL Class C with a Passenger Endorsement (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Professional Development
- 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans