North Aurora, IL · On-site
$25.30/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: Monitoring farebox ...
North Aurora, IL · On-site
$25.30/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: Monitoring farebox ...
Bridgeview, IL · On-site
$24.67/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: Monitoring farebox ...
Bridgeview, IL · On-site
$24.67/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: Monitoring farebox ...
Waukegan, IL · On-site
$26.16/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: Monitoring farebox ...
Waukegan, IL · On-site
$26.16/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: Monitoring farebox ...
Melrose Park, IL · On-site
$27.11/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: Monitoring farebox ...
Melrose Park, IL · On-site
$27.11/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: Monitoring farebox ...
Des Plaines, IL · On-site
$25.48/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: Monitoring farebox ...
Des Plaines, IL · On-site
$25.48/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: Monitoring farebox ...
Elgin, IL · On-site
$25.48/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: Monitoring farebox ...
Elgin, IL · On-site
$25.48/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: Monitoring farebox ...
$25.60/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
$25.60/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
Melrose Park, IL · On-site
$27.11/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
Melrose Park, IL · On-site
$27.11/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
Des Plaines, IL · On-site
$25.48/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
Des Plaines, IL · On-site
$25.48/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
Plainfield, IL · On-site
$26.02/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: Monitoring farebox ...
Plainfield, IL · On-site
$26.02/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: Monitoring farebox ...
Evanston, IL · On-site
$25.60/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: Monitoring farebox ...
Evanston, IL · On-site
$25.60/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: Monitoring farebox ...
Bridgeview, IL · On-site
$24.67/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
Bridgeview, IL · On-site
$24.67/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
$26.16/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
$26.16/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
Elgin, IL · On-site
$25.48/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
Elgin, IL · On-site
$25.48/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
North Aurora, IL · On-site
$19.75 - $25.50/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
North Aurora, IL · On-site
$19.75 - $25.50/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
$24.67/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
$24.67/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
$19.75 - $25.50/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
$19.75 - $25.50/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
$24.29/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
$24.29/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
Waukegan, IL · On-site
$26.16/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
Waukegan, IL · On-site
$26.16/hr
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include: * Monitoring farebox ...
$12.58 - $14.08
3% of jobs
$14.08 - $15.59
4% of jobs
$15.59 - $17.09
5% of jobs
$18.42 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$17.09 - $18.59
14% of jobs
$18.59 - $20.10
14% of jobs
The median wage is $21.45 / hr.
$20.10 - $21.60
11% of jobs
$21.60 - $23.10
16% of jobs
$23.77 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$23.10 - $24.61
18% of jobs
$24.61 - $26.11
4% of jobs
$26.11 - $27.61
3% of jobs
$27.61 - $29.12
7% of jobs
$12
$21
$29
| Aspect | Bus Operator | Bus Driver |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Commercial driver's license (CDL), possibly passenger endorsement | Commercial driver's license (CDL), passenger endorsement |
| Work Environment | Public transit vehicles, school buses, tour buses | Public transit, school buses, charter services |
| Employer & Industry | Transit agencies, schools, private companies | Transit agencies, schools, private operators |
| Common Search/Comparison | Yes | Yes |
Both Bus Operators and Bus Drivers require similar licenses and work in transit environments. The term 'Bus Operator' often emphasizes the operational and customer service aspects, while 'Bus Driver' is a more general term. They are frequently used interchangeably, but 'Bus Operator' may imply a broader role including safety checks and route management.
$25.30/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 22 days ago
Job Description
A bus operator transports passengers on a pre-determined route and assists with route and fare information as well as boarding and deboarding bus. Other responsibilities include:
Monitoring farebox to ascertain correct fare has been deposited, dispensing and collecting transfers.
Filing a defect card daily, noting mechanical and body defects on vehicle.
Reporting to dispatcher via radio any route detours, or whenever passengers might require assistance of police, medical or other services.
Recording farebox readings and special passenger counts as required.
Maintaining daily worksheet and completing accident/incident reports when necessary.
Other duties as assigned or required.
This position is subject to a Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Qualifications:
Must be at least 21 years of age and be able to obtain a valid class B Illinois Driver's License. Must have a good work history and a record of safe driving (5 years). Must successfully pass a training and route familiarization program. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
Physical requirements and working conditions
Must be able to sit and operate a vehicle for extended periods of time in all types of weather.
Salary
$25.30/hr
Benefits
Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal time off.
Medical/Dental/Vision/AD&D/Life Insurance (including telehealth services for certain plans)
401(k) and 457(b) plans
Non-contributory pension plan
Tuition reimbursement
Dependent tuition reimbursement
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Health Club Reimbursement
Pet Insurance
Regional Ride Pass for free transportation on Metra, CTA, and Pace.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
