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How much do pace transportation driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for pace transportation driver in the United States is $20.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Pace Transportation driver?

Pace Transportation Drivers operate buses and vehicles for Pace Suburban Bus, providing safe and reliable public transportation throughout the suburban Chicago area. Their primary duties include driving fixed routes, paratransit, and on-demand services, assisting passengers, ensuring schedules are met, and maintaining a professional and courteous demeanor. They play a vital role in connecting communities, supporting mobility for seniors and people with disabilities, and ensuring the smooth operation of daily transit. In addition to driving, they may also perform pre-trip inspections and report any maintenance issues. Pace Transportation Drivers are required to have a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and undergo thorough training for safety and customer service.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Pace Transportation driver, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pace Transportation Driver, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), a clean driving record, and knowledge of safe passenger transport protocols. Familiarity with vehicle operation systems, GPS navigation, and scheduling or dispatch software is typically required. Excellent customer service skills, patience, and reliability are crucial soft skills for interacting with diverse passengers and handling unexpected situations. These competencies ensure the safe, timely, and courteous transportation of passengers, which is vital for public trust and operational efficiency.

What are some common challenges faced by Pace Transportation drivers and how can applicants prepare for them?

Pace Transportation Drivers often encounter challenges such as managing tight schedules, navigating traffic and detours, and assisting passengers with varying needs. To prepare, applicants should familiarize themselves with local routes, develop strong time management skills, and be comfortable providing excellent customer service to a diverse group of riders. Additionally, staying up-to-date on safety protocols and maintaining a calm, professional demeanor under pressure are key to succeeding in this role.

What is the difference between Pace Transportation Driver vs Bus Driver?

AspectPace Transportation DriverBus Driver
Required CertificationsCommercial Driver's License (CDL)Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Work EnvironmentTransporting passengers or goods within specific routes, often in urban or suburban areasDriving passengers on scheduled routes, often in public transit systems
Employer & Industry UsageTransit agencies, private transportation companiesPublic transit authorities, school districts, private bus companies

The Pace Transportation Driver and Bus Driver roles both require a CDL and involve operating vehicles for passenger or goods transportation. While Pace Transportation Drivers may focus on specific routes for private or corporate clients, Bus Drivers typically operate scheduled routes within public transit systems or schools. Both roles demand safety, customer service skills, and adherence to transportation regulations, but their work environments and employer types differ slightly.

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Infographic showing various Pace Transportation Driver job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $41,891 per year, or $20.1 per hour.

Transportation Dispatcher Outpatient PACE Program

Waynesville, NC • On-site

CarePartners
Health Care and Social Assistance • 51 - 200 employees

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Serve as a point of contact for PACE Transportation, PACE Operations, PACE Electronic Medical Record, and the transportation/dispatch software system.

  • Answer or refer telephone inquiries and assist customers in person to support participant transport needs.

  • Function as a backup driver for the PACE Transportation Team.


Job description

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below: On Site Dispatcher with our PACE (Program of All Inclusive Care for the Elderly)  Transportation Team!

Job Summary and Qualifications

We are seeking an On-Site Dispatcher CarePartners with our Program Of All Inclusive Care with the Elderly Program for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!

Job Summary and Qualifications

Role Summary: 

Using effective communication skills, serves customers by answering or referring telephone inquiries, and/or by assisting the customer in person to support participant transport needs. Serves as a point of contact for PACE Transportation, PACE Operations, PACE Electronic Medical Record and the transportation/dispatch software system. Able to function as a backup driver to the PACE Transportation Team

What qualifications you will need:

Required Experience: 

High School Diploma or Equivalent None NC Driver’s License, BLS, First Aid Class B CDL with P Endorsement Demonstrated computer literacy and experience with web based programs and MS Office Suite. 

One to two years of experience working in customer relations or other public contact field. 

One year experience working with and/or transporting the frail and elderly. 

Preferred Experience: Previous dispatch experience 

  • Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 15 days of employment start date
  • First Aid Basic must be obtained within 15 days of employment start date
  • Drivers License must be obtained within 7 days of employment start date
  • High School Graduate / GED
Benefits

CarePartners, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

CarePartners Health Services, a member of Mission Health, an operating division of HCA Healthcare, is a healthcare organization serving western North Carolina and offering a full continuum of post-acute care. Located in Asheville, North Carolina, it’s services include a Rehabilitation Hospital, Home Health, Outpatient Rehabilitation, Hospice, Palliative Care, Private Duty, PACE (Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly) and Orthotics & Prosthetics. With more than 1,200 colleagues and 400 volunteers, CarePartners Health Services is dedicated to helping people of western North Carolina live full and productive lives, despite illness, injury, disability or issues related to aging. 

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Transportation Dispatcher Outpatient PACE Program opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing - apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.