Substitute Bus Driver
About The Position
Hanover Township, located in Cook County, Illinois, is currently accepting applications to fill a SUBSTITUTE BUS DRIVER position for the Department of Aging Services. The Hanover Township Aging Services Bus Drivers are responsible for the transportation of older adults (55+) and people with disabilities (18+) to and from their residences to attend medical and personal appointments. The curb-to-curb service operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM and Saturdays 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, as well as occasional evenings. Transportation is provided for medical appointments, personal business, grocery shopping, regularly scheduled trips to shopping malls, etc. This position fills in for Drivers as needed due to planned or unplanned time off and position vacancies as well as occasional shuttle service assistance on evenings or weekends.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Must have a valid Illinois driver’s license.
- Must pass a physical, background check, drug screen and have a clean driving record.
- Must be comfortable operating a tablet utilizing dispatch software.
- Must complete training from PACE within sixty days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- At least two years’ experience in transportation preferred.
- Knowledge of the Hanover Township area.
- Experience with older adults is a plus.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Ability to read and interpret maps.
- Patience in working with mature adults as well as disabled individuals who may have limitations in hearing, sight, or mobility.
Responsibilities
- Fills in for Drivers as needed due to planned or unplanned time off and position vacancies.
- Provides occasional shuttle service assistance on evenings or weekends.
- Transports older adults (55+) and people with disabilities (18+) to and from their residences to attend medical and personal appointments.
- Provides transportation for medical appointments, personal business, grocery shopping, and regularly scheduled trips to shopping malls.
Benefits
- Up to 40 hours of Paid Leave for All Workers per year.
- Paid training provided by Hanover Township.
- Access to Hanover Township’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Membership in Consumers Credit Union.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
