On-Call Shuttle Bus Driver

At Challenge Unlimited, our vision is to become a national leader in providing employment services to people with disabilities that empower them to reach their full potential. We intentionally provide opportunities for individuals with disabilities which will assist them to live, work, and participate in the community.

Challenge Unlimited is driven by its core values: community, helpfulness, abilities, leadership, learning, ethics, innovation, growth, and effective outcomes. It is these values that have powered Challenge Unlimited to its success and has helped over 600 disabled individuals find meaningful work across all of our locations.

Positions Summary:
Reporting to the Fleet and Facilities Manager, the Driver (Bus or Van) is responsible for transportation services which provide people who have different abilities opportunities to work with integrated teams and receive work support as needed achieving the highest level of independence possible.

Transports clients safely to and from the Company Skills Training Center and/or residential homes for work and special events utilizing company vehicles which may include shuttle buses, vans or cars. Assists clients entering and leaving the vehicle. Inspects, fuels, and cleans the vehicle, and submit receipts, logs, and reports.

• Pay Rate: $20.50 per hour
• Shift: On call as needed, 6:00- 10:30am &/or 1:00pm-4:30pm
• Location: Alton, IL
• Must have a valid driver's license

• Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Experience: 1+ years of driving a bus or van preferred.
• Certifications or Licenses:
  • Pass Company-provided training certification for First Aid, CPR, CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) within 4 months and maintain valid certification during employment.
• Pre-employment Tests or Other Criteria: Physical Capacity Test, Drug Test.
• Computer Skills: Basic skill level with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Background Checks: 
  • Must pass criminal background check.
  • Must pass various State and Federal registry checks.
  • Must pass DCFS Abuse and Neglect Tracking System check.
  • Must pass driving history check and Company policy criteria, maintain valid driver’s license and be 25 or older to drive.
  • Use of personal insured vehicle for Company related travel is not required.