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Student Transportation

RT Inc
Carbondale, IL Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 7/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/9/2026

Job Summary

Join our dynamic transportation team as a Student Transportation Driver, where you will play a vital role in ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient transportation services for students and community members. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a positive and secure travel experience while adhering to all safety and regulatory standards. Your energetic approach and commitment to excellent customer service will help foster a welcoming environment for all passengers.

Responsibilities

  • Safely operate various types of vehicles including school buses, shuttle vans, limousines, or personal vehicles for transportation of students.
  • Follow all state transportation regulations, safety protocols, and company policies to ensure passenger safety at all times.
  • Conduct pre-trip inspections of vehicles to verify mechanical soundness and cleanliness.
  • Assist passengers with boarding and disembarking, providing excellent customer service with clear communication and a friendly attitude.
  • Maintain accurate logs of trips, passenger counts, and vehicle mileage; report any incidents or safety concerns promptly.
  • Adhere to scheduled routes and timing requirements while demonstrating flexibility to accommodate changes or special requests like paratransit services.

Qualifications

  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; experience in shuttle driving, delivery driving, bus driving, or limousine service is highly preferred but not necessary.
  • Proven experience as a delivery driver or personal vehicle delivery is advantageous.
  • Familiarity with state transportation regulations and commercial driving requirements.
  • Strong communication skills to interact effectively with passengers, team members, and dispatch personnel.
  • Ability to operate different vehicle types including school buses, paratransit vans, or other commercial vehicles confidently upon completed training.
  • Basic vehicle maintenance skills for routine inspections and minor repairs when necessary.

Join us in delivering safe, reliable transportation that makes a difference in our community! Your dedication to safety and service excellence will help create positive travel experiences for every passenger you serve. Pay is $50 to $62 per route with at least 2 routes available per day with the ability to request additional trips at another $23 per hour. Child ride along program for those parents trying to juggle daycare and work.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $25

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