Job description
Hanover Township, located in Cook County, Illinois, is currently accepting applications to fill a 32-hour per week BUS DRIVER position for the Department of Aging Services. The Hanover Township Aging Services Bus Drivers are responsible for the transportation of older adults and people with disabilities to and from their residences to attend medical and personal appointments.
Hanover Township Aging Services Dial-A-Bus has a fleet of nine vehicles. These vehicles are used to transport Township residents 55+ years of age and individuals with a permanent disability age 18 and above. This curb-to-curb service operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM and Saturdays 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, as well as occasional evenings. Transportation is provided for medical appointments, personal business, grocery shopping, regularly scheduled trips to shopping malls, etc.
The BUS DRIVER position requires a high school diploma or GED, Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement, current Department of Transportation physical card signed by a certified physician and at least two years’ experience in transportation. The applicant must pass a DOT physical, background check, drug screen and have a clean driving record. Knowledge of the Hanover Township area and experience with older adults is a plus.
Candidates must possess excellent verbal communication skills, ability to read and interpret maps, patience in working with mature adults as well as disabled individuals who may have limitations in hearing, sight, or mobility. Candidates must have a willingness to work occasional evenings and/or weekends as needed.
This position is a 32-hour per week (four 8-hour days) and is non-exempt with a pay rate of $17.00 per hour, plus an excellent benefits package including major medical coverage, vision, dental, life insurance, and retirement through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund.
Please submit a cover letter and resume by April 10, 2023, to Aging Services Transportation Manager, Dino Kazeos, at dkazeos@hanover-township.org. A copy of the complete job description can be found at https://www.hanover-township.org. Hanover Township is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 per hour
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