CDL Bus Operator

Now Hiring: CDL Bus Operators (Full-Time & Part-Time) Midway International Airport - Chicago, IL Sign-On Bonus: $2,000 Seeking professional, safety-focused CDL Bus Operators to join our growing team at Midway International Airport. With more than 165 years of combined transportation experience serving the Chicago area, we are committed to providing safe, reliable, and exceptional customer service. If you take pride in safe driving and enjoy working with people, we encourage you to apply. CDL Bus Operator benefits: Hourly Rate: $23.84 per hour Union Representation Weekly Pay Annual negotiated wage increases Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Paid Time Off Uniform allowance Overtime opportunities Flexible scheduling Gratuity opportunities Stable year-round employment Opportunity for career advancement Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues. Community Impact: Be a trusted figure for students and families. Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services. Guaranteed Minimum Hours Join First Student and get more than a paycheck. We offer perks and incentives designed to support you on and off the job, from early wage access and loyalty rewards to employee discounts, recognition programs, growth opportunities, and appreciation events. If you're ready to be part of a team that Fosters Teamwork and makes a real difference every day, First Student is the place to be. As a Bus Operator , you will safely transport passengers between airport terminals, parking garages, employee lots, and remote parking facilities while delivering outstanding customer service in a fast-paced airport environment. What You'll Do Safely operate commercial passenger buses. Perform required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections. Provide exceptional customer service to all passengers. Make clear and timely route and safety announcements. Follow all DOT, company, and airport safety regulations. Maintain a professional appearance and positive attitude. Communicate effectively with dispatch and supervisors. Report vehicle concerns and incidents promptly. Qualifications Required Valid CDL Class B License Passenger (P) Endorsement Air Brake Certification Safe driving record Preferred One year of commercial driving experience High school diploma or equivalent Note: This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason. Take the wheel and drive your career forward with First Student! Make an impact in your community while enjoying flexible schedules, great pay, and unmatched support. Sign-on bonus conditions apply. See location for details. Language Requirement This role requires English proficiency. Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, require training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications be conducted in English. First for a reason: At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer. In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request #J-18808-Ljbffr First Student