Part-Time Bus Operator
Chicago Transit AuthorityUnited States
Posted February 13, 2026
55200 - 55200 USD
Full Time
About the Company
The Chicago Transit Authority operates the largest public transit system in the city, moving nearly 1.7 million riders across Chicago and 35 suburbs each weekday. Its core mission centers on delivering reliable, affordable transportation that connects people to jobs and community resources. The authority emphasizes quality service through a highly skilled and dedicated workforce, ensuring efficient operations and continuous improvement. This commitment to connectivity and workforce excellence distinguishes CTA as a pivotal catalyst for urban mobility and economic vitality.
Job Description
Operates a bus over an established route adhering to predetermined schedule in a safe, efficient and courteous manner to allow passengers to board, travel and alight at scheduled stops.
Requirements
- Drives bus and announces stops along routes.
- Announces cross streets and intersecting transit stops.
- Inspects passes; ascertains appropriate fares.
- Issues and receives transfer cards (collects invalid transfer cards) and receives and returns fare-cards.
- Contacts Control Center regarding all problems.
- Operates lift to board and discharge disabled passengers.
- Inspects vehicle for lost articles.
- Prepares daily trip sheets and bus for service.
- Removes refuse and prepares bus for pull-out.
- Tallies various categories of boarding passengers by manually operating a recording device.
- Enters tally numbers from recording device at beginning and end of run.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- https://www.transitchicago.com/hrbenefits/
