Bus Operator

State Rep Mike Kelly is hiring immediately for bus operator and servicer positions at Pace Northwest Division in Des Plaines. Candidates will receive same-day job offers upon successful completion of testing and interviews.

what to expect at the hiring event

• Testing begins at 10:30 AM and lasts approximately 3–4 hours total including interviews
• Bus operator candidates will take a 90-minute customer service assessment followed by interviews
• Applicants should bring a “Court Purposes” Motor Vehicle Report (Driver’s Abstract) from the Illinois Secretary of State
• Offers will be made on the spot
• Learn directly from Pace staff about career opportunities and benefits

advantages of working at pace

• Starting bus operator pay of $28.16 per hour
• Long-term job stability
• Free CDL training with immediate paycheck
• Paid on-the-job and ongoing training
• Promotion opportunities from within
• Excellent health and retirement benefits
• Paid vacation and other paid time off

The hiring event will be held at Prairie Lakes Community Center, 515 E. Thacker Street, Des Plaines, on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM.

State Rep Mike Kelly and Pace are equal opportunity employers.

For more information, visit PaceBus.com/careers.