Bus Driver

NJ TRANSIT; Wayne (NJ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading transportation agency as a Bus Driver in Wayne, NJ. This full-time role offers a competitive salary starting at $23.79/hour, with a top pay rate of $33.99/hour. Enjoy benefits including signing bonuses, medical insurance, and a pension plan. Qualified applicants with a CDL will be prioritized. Apply now to be part of a diverse and inclusive team committed to safe and reliable service.

Benefits

$6,000 Signing Bonus for CDL A or B License Holders

$3,000 Signing Bonus for CDL A or B Permit Holders

Full benefit package including medical, dental, and vision

Pension plan plus 457 tax-deferred savings plan

Paid time off

Assistance obtaining your CDL

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older and possess a valid driver's license.
• Three years of non-provisional driving experience required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured training program for 21-25 business days.
• Pass interview, background check, and physical examination.

Skills

English

Safe Driving

Education

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Job description

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Full-Time Bus Driver/Operator Wayne, NJ

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their destinations on time—and we’re looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.

Summary:

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. NJ TRANSIT will provide resources on obtaining a NJ CDL, but Qualified Applicants who possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements will be given primary consideration.

Education, Experience, Qualifications:

• Are twenty-one (21) years of age or older; able to read, write and speak the English language
• Possess three (3) years non–provisional driving experience with a valid New Jersey Driver’s License (NOT A PROVISIONAL Driver’s LICENSE), New Jersey Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or a New York or Pennsylvania COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE with unrestricted airbrake and passenger endorsements,
• Are able to obtain a validated New Jersey Commercial Driver’s License permit that has been stamped indicating the passing of written tests for passenger, airbrake and general knowledge endorsements. The expiration date on the permit must be valid for at least fourteen (14) days beyond the first day of the scheduled training program,
• Have a safe driving record that is in good standing with less than five (5) accumulated points,
• Are available to participate in the structured training program for twenty-one (21) to twenty-five (25) business days, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am--4:30 pm (perfect attendance at training is required)
• Pass our company’s interview process, background check and physical examination to qualify for a medical certification (physical exam includes a drug and alcohol screening).

At NJ TRANSIT, you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefit package:

• $6,000 Signing Bonus for CDL A or B License Holders (must have air brake and passenger endorsement) *
• $3,000 Signing Bonus for CDL A or B Permit Holders with air brake and passenger endorsement (also CDL A or B licenses holders that have either air brake or passenger endorsement)*
• Full benefit package including medical, prescription, dental and vision
• Pension plan plus 457 tax-deferred savings plan
• Starting pay rate of $23.79 per hour with current top pay rate of $33.99/hour
• Paid time off
• Assistance obtaining your CDL (for NJ drivers only)

This position is deemed safety sensitive per the Department of Transportation (DOT) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations. The DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of marijuana for any reason. It is unacceptable for any safety-sensitive employee subject to drug testing under DOT regulations to use recreational or medical marijuana. The prohibition includes any derivative of marijuana such as CBD oils, teas, etc. The use of recreational and medical marijuana is a violation of NJ TRANSIT’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy for safety-sensitive employees.

*Terms and Conditions Apply.

At NJ TRANSIT, diversity and inclusivity are vital to our success as we are committed to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and veteran status. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join our team.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

Industries

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  Truck Transportation

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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