Bus Driver - Flexible

gracefederalsolutionsllc; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Grace Federal Solutions in Durham, NC is seeking a dependable Transit Bus Operator to provide safe, reliable transportation for students, employees, patients, and visitors within a structured transit program.

This role requires a valid North Carolina CDL with passenger and air brake endorsements, strong safety discipline, and punctuality. You will work a day shift on weekends with some nights and holidays, and you must pass background checks and medical certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience operating public transit buses or heavy vehicles.
• Valid North Carolina CDL Class B with Passenger endorsement and Air Brake endorsement.
• Valid DOT medical card.
• Strong understanding of safe vehicle operation and traffic laws.
• Professional communication skills.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Teams.
• Ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate transit buses in full compliance with DOT and traffic regulations.
• Follow assigned routes and dispatch instructions accurately.
• Conduct detailed pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Complete required logs, manifests, and incident reports.
• Maintain clear two-way radio communication with dispatch.
• Assist passengers with boarding and exiting as needed.
• Respond professionally to service questions and concerns.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols.
• Attend required safety trainings.

Skills

Professional communication skills

Calm under pressure

Safety-minded

Education

North Carolina CDL Class B license with Passenger & Air Brake endorsements

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Teams

Job description

Transit Bus Operator – Flexible

Location: Durham, NC

Employer: Grace Federal Solutions

Schedule: Part-Time | Weekends — We Need Professionals Who Take Safety Seriously.

Grace Federal Solutions is hiring a dependableTransit Bus Operator to provide safe, reliable transportation for students, employees, patients, and visitors within a structured transit program.

This is a critical role serving a healthcare and campus environment. Professionalism, punctuality, and sound judgment are non-negotiable.

If you are a CDL driver with a passenger and air brake endorsements who values structure, accountability, and steady work, this is an opportunity to join a mission-driven team.

What You’ll Do

• Safely operate transit buses in full compliance with DOT and traffic regulations
• Follow assigned routes and dispatch instructions accurately
• Conduct detailed pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Complete required logs, manifests, and incident reports
• Maintain clear two-way radio communication with dispatch
• Assist passengers with boarding and exiting as needed
• Respond professionally to service questions and concerns
• Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols
• Attend required safety trainings

Schedule Details

• Primary schedule: Day shift (5:00 AM – 1:30 PM)
• Weekends: Saturday & Sunday
• Must be available for nights, weekends, and holidays as required

Consistent attendance and punctuality are essential for this role.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience operating public transit buses or heavy vehicles
• Valid North Carolina Class B CDL with:
  • Passenger endorsement
  • Air brake endorsement
• Valid DOT medical card
• Strong understanding of safe vehicle operation and traffic laws
• Professional communication skills
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Teams
• Ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure

All candidates must pass background checks, drug screening, and physical requirements.

Why Join Grace Federal Solutions?

• Stable full-time schedule
• Structured work environment
• Safety-first culture
• Team-oriented leadership
• Opportunity to serve your community

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fair hiring practices and a respectful workplace.