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Verified Pay Starting at $15 per hour
Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Freeport, Illinois

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Job Description
Driver/Transit Operator: Freeport, IL
Our customer in Freeport, Illinois is seeking motivated individuals to join their team who can contribute to the overall success of the company. As a Driver/Transit Operator, you will be responsible for providing courteous and professional service to clients, and a desire and willingness to work with senior citizens, disabled & general public.
Responsibilities of the Driver/Transit Operator:
  • Driving company’s transit vehicles in a safe manner, observing all current traffic laws, and in accordance with company policies. Includes pickup and delivery of clients/items, as scheduled, and as authorized.
  • Offer and provide physical assistance to all passengers, to and from vehicles, as needed or requested, in a safe and courteous manner.
  • Operate wheelchair lift in accordance with policies and training guidelines.
  • Be familiar with all emergency procedures, exits. Report any accident
  • Perform a daily pre and post walk-around maintenance inspections of the vehicle completing required checklist.
  • Guarantee that vehicle is properly fueled, as needed.
  • Check vehicle radio for proper operation.
  • Report any mechanical problems to Maintenance Coordinator.
  • Deliver/pickup vehicles for scheduled maintenance, as instructed.
  • Keep vehicle clean, inside and out.
  • Complete and maintain all required forms for the operation of the transportation service. Includes, but is not limited to, daily trip logs, daily walk-around inspection checklist, fuel records, and passenger donations.
Driver/Transit Operator Requirements and Qualifications:
  • Must have a valid Illinois Driver’s License with appropriate classification.
  • Must have a safe driving record with no reckless or other driving convictions in the past 3 years.
  • Must pass Basic and Advanced Small Bus Driver Knowledge Tests, and Driver Road Test, as administered by Transportation Coordinator.
  • Knowledge of current traffic laws.
  • Geographic knowledge of City of Freeport and Stephenson County.
  • Knowledge of and ability to implement emergency/disaster procedures.
  • Availability for flexible hours.
Pay for Driver/Transit Operator: Starting at $15/hour.
Driver/Transit Operator Benefits:
  • Health insurance.
  • Direct deposit.
  • Paid time off.
  • Paid training.
Type: 2nd Shift, Full-time
Schedule: Monday - Friday from 3:30pm – 12:00am.
Apply now!
Hughes Resources is a full-service human resources agency located in Freeport, Dixon, and Rockford, Illinois, and Monroe and Beloit, Wisconsin. We are a growing company that values knowledge, professionalism, and respect! We find valuable placements for employees looking for work and employers looking for staff. Put us to work, finding you work. We offer competitive pay rates and the ability to opt into our health insurance plan. Visit us online to complete an application today.