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Fulltime Operator Jobs in Lockport, IL (NOW HIRING)

Pace Bus

Full Time Bus Operator

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 ...

Pace Bus

Full Time Bus Operator

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 ...

Pace Bus

Full Time Bus Operator

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 ...

Pace Suburban Bus

Full Time Bus Operator

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 ...

Pace Suburban Bus

Full Time Bus Operator

Plainfield, IL · On-site

$26.80/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 ...

Pace Suburban Bus

Full Time Bus Operator

Plainfield, IL

$26.80/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 ...

Pace Suburban Bus

Full Time Bus Operator

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 ...

Pace Suburban Bus

Full Time Bus Operator

Markham, IL

$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 ...

Pace Suburban Bus

Full Time Bus Operator

Bridgeview, IL

$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 ...

Pace Suburban Bus

Full Time Bus Operator

North Aurora, IL

$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 ...

Pace Suburban Bus

Full Time Bus Operator

Markham, IL · On-site

$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 ...

Verstela

Saw Operator

Carol Stream, IL

$20/hr

Looking for a stable, full-time opportunity where you can stay active and build valuable skills in manufacturing? We are hiring a dependable and hardworking Saw Operator to join a fast-paced ...

R+L Carriers

Forklift Operator FT

Matteson, IL · On-site

$25.94 - $28.70/hr

Full-Time, Tuesday-Saturday, 3am-1pm Full-Time, Monday - Friday 3am-1pm Full Time, Monday-Friday, 6pm-4am Full Time, Monday-Friday, 1pm-11pm PTO available after the first 90 calendar days of ...

R+L Carriers

Forklift Operator FT

Matteson, IL · On-site

$25.94 - $28.70/hr

Full-Time, Tuesday-Saturday, 3am-1pm Full-Time, Monday - Friday 3am-1pm Full Time, Monday-Friday, 6pm-4am Full Time, Monday-Friday, 1pm-11pm PTO available after the first 90 calendar days of ...

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How much do fulltime operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for fulltime operator in Lockport, IL is $20.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.12 and $22.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Fulltime Operator vs Part-time Operator?

AspectFulltime OperatorPart-time Operator
Work HoursTypically 40 hours/week or moreLess than 30 hours/week
Employment StatusFull-time employment with benefitsPart-time employment, often without benefits
CertificationsUsually requires the same certificationsSame certifications as full-time, but may have flexible schedules
Work EnvironmentConsistent shifts in manufacturing or industrial settingsFlexible or reduced shifts in similar environments

Fulltime Operators work standard hours with benefits and consistent schedules, while Part-time Operators work fewer hours, often with more flexible schedules. Both roles typically require similar certifications and work in similar industrial environments, but employment terms differ significantly.

What cities near Lockport, IL are hiring for Fulltime Operator jobs? Cities near Lockport, IL with the most Fulltime Operator job openings:
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Infographic showing various Fulltime Operator job openings in Lockport, IL as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 47% Full Time, 52% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 65% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 34% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,432 per year, or $20.4 per hour.

FULL TIME BUS OPERATOR

Chicago Transit Authority

Chicago, IL • On-site

$28.85/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Chicago Transit Authority rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

638th of 836 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

STARTING SALARY
$28.85
POSITION SUMMARY
Operates a bus over an established route adhering to predetermined schedule in a safe, efficient and courteous manner to allow passengers to board, travel and alight at scheduled stops.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Drives bus and announces stops along routes.
  • Announces cross streets and intersecting transit stops.
  • Inspects passes; ascertains appropriate fares.
  • Ensures that customers deposit only appropriate coins and bills into fare-box.
  • Issues and receives transfer cards (collects invalid transfer cards) and receives and returns fare-cards.
  • Contacts Control Center regarding all problems.
  • Operates lift to board and discharge disabled passengers.
  • Inspects vehicle for lost articles.
  • Prepares daily trip sheets and bus for service.
  • Removes refuse and prepares bus for pull-out.
  • Tallies various categories of boarding passengers by manually operating a recording device.
  • Enters tally numbers from recording device at beginning and end of run.
  • Performs other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
  • Required to submit to and pass drug and alcohol testing as mandated by the Federal Transportation Administration.
  • Required to be at least 21 years of age.
  • Required to have an acceptable driving record and a valid State of Illinois Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or a valid State of Illinois CDL permit with the following three endorsements: KNOWLEDGE, PASSENGER and AIR BRAKES.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Required to be standing changing destination and bus numbers, signs, helping people board bus, to walk to relief points, checking bus and sitting while driving bus.
  • Required to lift, to carry and to push of brake pedal and accelerator, windows and to pull door control latch.
  • Required to climb into vehicle and adjustment of mirrors, to balance, to stoop to adjust driver's seat, to kneel, to crouch and to crawl.
  • Required to reach accepting and validating transfer cards and fare cards, adjusting mirror, to handle transfer and fare cards; steering wheel, to finger operating fare box, horn, punching transfers, to feel distributing and receiving transfer and fare cards, to talk announcing streets and answering passenger inquiries, to hear listening to traffic sounds, signal requesting stops, emergency vehicles, passenger questions and radio monitor.
  • Required to see near and far watching stopped vehicles, checking passes/cards and general traffic conditions viewing of traffic signals and riding passes.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
  • Possess customer service experience or skills to provide outstanding customer service to passengers.
  • Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of the rules, regulations and procedures relative to the operation of surface vehicles.
  • Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of pertinent state and municipal traffic laws.
  • Must possess the skills necessary to accurately read and interpret bus schedules.
  • Must possess a thorough knowledge of the fare structure, transfer regulations and the rules and procedures governing Bus Operators.
  • Required to possess a knowledge of arithmetic.
  • Required to speak in a clear and accurate manner.
  • Must possess a thorough knowledge of the preparation and usage of applicable transportation forms.

WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Required to work most of the time with activities performed inside of bus.
  • Required to work under extreme cold when the temperature control is malfunctioning or unde Save r extreme heat when does not work in winters, air conditioning, wet and/or humid conditions when not working in summers, driving in rain/fog and noise and vibration for traffic noises, passengers street conditions, normal bus operation.
  • Required to work with various mechanical malfunctions of vehicle breakdowns, electrical, burns, explosives, chemicals, heights and other exposed to possibility of injury related to traffic accidents.
  • Required to work under atmospheric conditions like fumes, exposure to diesel fumes, exhaust, toxic fumes in garage prior to pull out, odors like acid battery, dust like blowing dirt/dust through open windows, mist, gases and other

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