FULL-TIME ATS DRIVER (GRANT FUNDED)

Southwestern Illinois College | East St Louis, IL

Posted Date 3/31/2026
Description

Southwestern Illinois College is accepting applications for the SWIC full-time, grant-funded position of ATS Driver. These positions are covered under the agreement between the College and Local 6600 IFT/AFT, AFL/CIO. Your application will be placed in a pool for review as positions become available.

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION:  In accordance with the Mission and Values of Southwestern Illinois College, this is a full-time position funded by external funds and the work schedule may vary to satisfy the operational needs of the program. General transportation of customers including persons with disabilities (certified as complimentary paratransit eligible under the Americans with Disability Act (ADA)) and elderly riders. This position will provide on-the-job training of ATS Drivers and give evaluation rides to experienced drivers to ensure that proper safety, customer service, regulatory and contractual procedures are being followed. Applicants for, and employees within, this position are subject to the federal drug and alcohol testing requirements as well as criminal background checks and driving record checks (MVR). This position is contingent upon external funds.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Class B CDL with Air Brakes and Passenger Endorsement (required).
  2. High school diploma or GED required.  Some College preferred.
  3. A minimum of seven (7) consecutive years of licensed driving experience required.
  4. Must not have any attributable accidents or moving violations within the last 3 years.
  5. Ability to meet and maintain the physical, drug and alcohol testing requirements and Motor Vehicle Records checks as required per ATS and SWIC guidelines.
  6. Must successfully pass criminal background check prior to hire.

SALARY$25.64 per hour, 40 hours per week

 

 BENEFITS & PERKS:  Benefit availability and eligibility may vary from the summary listed below.  Please visit    

 www.swic.edu for more information.

  • Uniforms, tools, and safety equipment provided by the College.
  • Eligibility for comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans beginning date of hire
  • Retirement savings plan through State Universities Retirement System of Illinois and voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) savings plan
  • Eligibility for paid leave including holidays, sick, and vacation
  • Educational incentives including Reduced Tuition at Southwestern Illinois College and Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, gym access, additional voluntary benefits and more!
Salary25.64 Hour
Opportunity Type
Job

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