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How much do prison transport driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for prison transport 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 prison transport driver?

A Prison Transport Driver is responsible for securely transporting inmates between correctional facilities, court appointments, medical visits, and other locations. They ensure safety procedures are followed, monitor inmate behavior, and coordinate with law enforcement personnel. This role requires strong awareness, communication skills, and the ability to handle potentially high-stress situations. Background checks and specific training, including defensive driving and restraint techniques, are typically required.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a prison transport driver?

To thrive as a Prison Transport Driver, you need a clean driving record, knowledge of secure transport procedures, and the necessary licenses, often including a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and possible law enforcement or corrections certifications. Familiarity with transport vehicles, GPS systems, two-way radios, and security restraints is typically required. Exceptional situational awareness, calmness under pressure, and strong interpersonal skills make candidates stand out. These skills are crucial for ensuring the safety of inmates and staff, maintaining security protocols, and handling unexpected situations during transit.

What are the main challenges a prison transport driver faces on the job?

Prison Transport Drivers often face challenges such as maintaining heightened vigilance to ensure the security and safety of inmates during transfers, managing unpredictable situations such as inmate behavior or road incidents, and adhering strictly to schedules and legal protocols. The role requires balancing security procedures with professionalism and respect toward those being transported, as well as communicating effectively with corrections officers and other law enforcement personnel. Drivers may also deal with long hours and varying routes, requiring strong attention to detail and adaptability. Successfully overcoming these challenges is key to ensuring safe and efficient prisoner transport operations.

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Infographic showing various Prison Transport Driver job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,891 per year, or $20.1 per hour.

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Treatment Alternatives for Stronger Communities

Springfield, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

At TASC (Treatment Alternatives for Stronger Communities), our mission is to empower people and strengthen communities with impactful services. Since 1976, we have been guided by the belief that every individual holds the potential for positive change. We advocate, support, and most importantly, empower people to break barriers, find recovery, and reshape their destinies. Through Specialized Case Management™, we create a world where recovery, justice, and empathy lead to thriving communities. Our foundation is anchored at the intersection of behavioral health and the criminal legal system. Today, TASC also operates at the forefront of transformative solutions. We are a social impact organization that embodies a future where health, safety and justice is synonymous with hope. We are TASC!

We are currently looking for a Full-Time Driver
Starting at $40,000 - $43,000 – contingent upon experience, education, etc.

Division Overview: The Housing Division provides safe, affordable housing paired with wraparound supportive services to individuals and families who have experienced chronic homelessness, mental illness, substance use disorders, or other significant barriers to stability. Guided by Housing First principles, the division works to promote long-term housing stability, improve health and well-being, and foster independence by integrating case management, clinical supports, and community engagement. Through partnerships with public agencies, funders, and community organizations, the division advances the nonprofit’s mission to reduce homelessness and create equitable pathways to housing security and self-sufficiency.

Position Summary: The B.R.I.D.G.E To Home (B2H) Program serves individuals returning from Illinois prisons who face significant and often compounded barriers to successful reentry. Frequently excluded from traditional housing and support systems, these individuals are at increased risk of homelessness and recidivism. The program’s primary goal is to provide permanent supportive housing for individuals traditionally considered hard to place, creating a foundation for long-term stability and successful reintegration into the community. Guided by low-barrier, housing placement principles, the B2H Program eliminates preconditions such as abstinence or mandatory treatment participation, offering immediate access to housing.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Transport clients from IDOC facility to housing units, to and from treatment placement appointments and other destinations as required by the TASC program.
  • Maintains agency vehicles which include daily inspections for internal and external damage
  • Maintains transportation logs (mileage and fuel) on vehicles driven
  • Ensures clients are transported safely and cost-effectively
  • Participates in monthly vehicle inspections
  • Serves as a liaison between the agency and other providers of the program
  • Follows agency's safety policies and procedures.
  • Assist clients in achieving their established service plan goals and objectives.

Our Ideal candidate:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid IL state-issued driver’s license in good standing.
  • Minimum 1–2 years of experience in a driving or transportation-related role.
  • Familiarity with GPS and IL regional roadways.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold professional boundaries with clients.
  • Experience working with justice-involved individuals, behavioral health clients, or vulnerable populations.
  • CPR/First Aid certification.
  • Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screening, if applicable.
  • Bilingual (preferred depending on service population).

Our benefits package includes:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance and Flexible Spending
  • Paid Leave - STD/LTD
  • Paid Time Off/Sick Time/ Floating Holiday
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 403 B (retirement plan)

If you are interested in this position, please visit the TASC website at www.tasc.org and apply online.

TASC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free workplace. The agency does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status or any other protected status in accordance with federal and state law.