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Awesome place to work however from my understanding you are paid by the mile more so then by the hour so there's absolutely no overtime given.  However there is a formula that's used to sustain decent pay and equates to 27.00 or so an hr. straight time.  They're working through the kinks which comes with any partnership of two companies looking to co-exist under one business model.  Every driver that you meet is willing to go over and beyond the call of duty to assist you to be sure that you are successful throughout your employment here. You are required to clean your bus, fuel and maintain a daily log of mechanical defects seeing that there isn't a bus cleaner or mechanic in Chicago area at this time.  I didn't care for having to go Peoria as much for training coming home to Chicago a couple of days and then in order officially get hired I had to make a day trip back to Peoria to be officially a Peoria Driver.   I assume this is this way because the business office and your personnel file is there so it's easier for the company.  They do reimburse you for gas you put in your car and compensate you with a per diem whenever you overnight for company purposes.  Please make sure that you are prepared to make the initial investment if you choose to work here for gas and food while in training.  It could be up to 2weeks minimum before you are reimbursed for money spent while with Peoria.  Be sure to keep all receipts of gas put in your car to and from training for submission.  Is this a perfect company? There's no such thing everyone makes mistakes, however they strive to be the best in the industry and that was enough for me.  If I wasn't offered a sweater deal with another company I would still be with Peoria.  

A typical day as a professional driver is pretty much routine based on industry standards ie. Per-trip inspection, appropriate paperwork, safe operating practices, post-trip inspection and end of day paperwork submission. 
Managment is ideal in design as I have yet to be able to resolve any company matter in a timely manner. 
I have learned that patience and being a good communicator promotes great customer appreciation and loyalty. 
Because the company has been family owned for decades and continues to value its employees as such, the culture and adhesion continue to prosper with each new day.
The most challenging part of being a professional driver is managing a sound diet and getting enough rest to perform the very serious task of operating a motor coach and keeping your passengers safe at all times.
The best part of being a member of the PCC family is knowing that they care enough about their people and are open to ideas and suggestions that will benefit not only the employees but the ridership we service. At the end of the day, it brings me great joy when my passengers recognize the service they received and the trust they placed in my abilities to get them safely to their destinations.

There is no such thing as a "typical day". You can start at any time of the day or night. The days are sometimes long but you generally have a few hours of down time during the day.You usually get to go into the event, i.e. sporting event, diner theater, museum, mall,etc free of charge if you desire.  Also you often get to eat free of charge with your group.

A driver must have a good driving record, be able to be on time, be good at communicating with the group leader, some knowledge of mechanics is helpful, and be able to do the "paperwork/electronic logging" required for the company and DOT.

Best part of the job is making new friends with the other drivers, mechanics, office employees, managers and receiving cash tips at the end of a trip. I always like it when people hand me cash.

What is the best part of working at the company?
The people are very nice, and the busses are up to date all around. Great mechanics. It's a very nice company to work for

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
A lot of hrs, driving in all weather, and you do NOT make overtime pay...

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
They know the driver is the heart of the company and everyone is very polite 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Clock in, get paperwork, pre trip inspection,  and leave on your designated trip. Once trip is complete you return to shop. Post trip paperwork and clock out

I work call center, so I am speaking with customers about how the company can meet their needs. I've learned that this company has a high standard in everything it does, and the management makes every effort to create a workplace environment toward that end. They do an excellent job of making sure the workplace culture is conducive to productivity without being too rigid My job as a call center representative is difficult when many customers' needs must be met, but it is very rewarding to use problem solving to represent Peoria Charter well to our customers.

The best part of working for Peoria Charter is the people I get to work for and with. We are a team -- all of us: the president, management, drivers, mechanics, office staff, cleaning crew. A very high standard of performance is expected of every employee. It's often hard, and sometimes grueling work, but honest effort and a good attitude are recognized and rewarded. It's great to work in a place where you are treated like family. Peoria Charter has a wonderful reputation that has been built over more than 75 years, and I am proud to be able to tell people that I work here.

A PCC is very good company to work for.  Peoria Charter has built a very high performing team of professionals, to a person, everyone is quite capable and willing to help.  There is strong commitment exhibited everyday to the employees and customers, and it’s still a family owned business so you still know everyone.  The job is fun, our customers appreciate our service, and it’s rewarding work.  The odd long hours aren’t that bad, it’s just part of it,  and there are plenty of thoughtful perks to the job.

My experiences with this company included driving to destinations as far south as Georgia and far north as northern Wisconsin. Travelling in fleets made it an exciting job. I also did schedule runs picking up university students in Champaign, Bloomington, and Peoria, IL. People were typically friendly. The work was consistent and paid decent with the occasionally tip.

Working at this company as a call center representative and as a part time employee provides me with a great work/life balance and I have learned important customer service and problem solving skills from my CSR position. The work culture is great and the best part of the job are the several different people on the Peoria Charter team I get to interact and work with! Helping and talking with customers is great but some of them can be hard to deal with!

The owner claims to be a Christian but behaves in ways that are not Christian like. Long hours, full time drivers are there only priority. Getting to where you might have to take over driving could be hours (even as much as 10-12 hours) away and you have to get there in a van with as many as 3 other drivers. Terrible experience and very poor management.

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