Employee Recruitment Events

"College Pre-Hire" and "Hire on the Spot" events

Our partnerships with several local colleges remove any financial barriers for those interested in joining the next generation of our professional bus drivers by covering the costs of tuition, training, books, fees, and other expenses associated with a Class “B” commercial driver’s license (CDL) permit course. Olive-Harvey College, Harper College, Elgin Community College, South Suburban College, Joliet Junior College, Prairie State University, Triton College, College of Lake County and Moraine Valley Community College have all partnered with Pace to offer these courses, which serve as a pathway to meaningful careers in public transportation.

Pace and our college partners offer a customized two-week course to assist qualified applicants in obtaining their CDL permit. Interested applicants begin by attending a three-hour pre-hire event to meet with Pace staff and complete a screening process which includes application completion, an assessment questionnaire, and a background check. All candidates must bring a valid Illinois driver’s license and a Court Purpose DMV or Secretary of State Motor Vehicle Report (MVR, also called “Driving Record Abstract” in Illinois) with a good 5-year driving record.

Meet with Pace Bus at any of the events listed below and learn more about becoming a professional bus operator. Attendees can complete a screening process and qualified candidates will be enrolled in a FREE two-week Class “B” commercial driver’s license (CDL) permit course.

Upcoming college pre-hire event dates:

• Dec. 6, 2023 | Olive Harvey College
  6 PM - 9 PM | See Event Flyer for details
• Dec. 12, 2023 |College of DuPage
  1 PM - 4 PM | See Event Flyer for details
• Jan 24, 2024 | Harper College
  6 PM – 9 PM | See Event Flyer for details
• Feb. 6, 2024 | College of Lake County (Lakeshore Campus)
  1 PM - 4 PM | More information coming soon!
• Feb. 8, 2024 | College of Lake County (Main Campus)
  4 PM - 7 PM | More information coming soon!
• Feb. 29, 2024 | Moraine Valley College
  6 PM – 9 PM | More information coming soon!
• March 13, 2024 | Joliet Jr. College
  6 PM – 9 PM | More information coming soon!
• March 19, 2024 | Harper College
  6 PM – 9 PM | See Event Flyer for details
• April 2, 2024 | College of Lake County (Lakeshore Campus)
  9 AM - 12 PM | More information coming soon!
• April 4, 2024 | College of Lake County (Main Campus)
  4 PM - 7 PM | More information coming soon!
• May 30, 2024 | College of Lake County (Main Campus)
  4 PM - 7 PM | More information coming soon!

"Hire on the Spot" events

Looking for a rewarding career with excellent pay and benefits? Get hired immediately for available bus operator, mechanic, and administrative positions at Pace Bus "Hire on the Spot" events! 

At these events, prospective employees will learn more about Pace, complete applications for open positions, and can take a pre-employment assessment for professional bus operator (driver) positions. As part of their ongoing efforts to remove financial barriers for the next generation of professional bus drivers, Pace provides FREE Class “B” commercial driver’s license (CDL) permit courses and paid training for bus operators and mechanics.

Upcoming "Hire on the Spot" dates:

• Dec. 7, 2023 (and every Thursday thereafter) - Pace Headquarters
  
  Candidates can come to Pace headquarters (550 W. Algonquin Road, Arlington Heights) at either 9:30am or 1pm. While there, one can apply for employment, get interviewed, and (for bus operator candidates) take a 90-minute Customer Service Assessment test. Attendees can get hired immediately and start work right away at our bus garage in Des Plaines. Pre-registration is not necessary, but if you have questions about this opportunity, please call 847-228-3572.
• Every weekday (between 1-3pm) at River Division in Elgin, Heritage Division in Plainfield or Fox Valley Division in North Aurora. At these locations, candidates can show up and be interviewed by division staff right on the spot! Please bring your valid Illinois driver’s license and a Court Purpose DMV or Secretary of State Motor Vehicle Report (MVR, also called “Driving Record Abstract” in Illinois).