Bus Driver - Full Time

Flint Hills Area Transportation Agency; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with contributions

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

A regional transportation agency in Manhattan is hiring a full-time Bus Operator to provide safe and reliable public transportation services. Candidates must have a valid Commercial Driver’s License and strong customer service skills. This safety-sensitive position offers competitive pay and includes various benefits such as health insurance and a retirement plan. Join our committed team to make a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid CDL with a clean driving record for the past three years.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and reliable transportation services to the public.
• Inspect vehicles before departure.
• Utilize software for tracking vehicle and rider information.

Skills

Customer service skills

Effective communication

Safety focus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tablet device software

Commercial Driver’s License

Job description

Overview

Do you want to make a real difference?

At Flint Hills Area Transportation Agency (ATA Bus), our Bus Operators are the foundation of our mission: to provide and promote the highest quality transit services to the Flint Hills communities. Our riders count on each Bus Operator to provide safe and reliable public transportation services in Manhattan, Junction City, Ft. Riley, and parts of Pottawatomie County. We are hiring immediately for a full-time Bus Operator that is friendly, reliable, and safety focused. Join our team!

What Our Bus Operators Do:

• Provide reliable transportation services to the public by operating the vehicles safely and carefully.
• Inspect vehicles by checking gas, oil, and water levels before departure.
• Utilize software using a tablet device to track vehicle and rider information.
• Always observe all traffic rules and other applicable laws and regulations.
• Adhere to KDOT regulations when riders using wheelchairs are boarding or exiting.
• Communicate effectively and interact with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds.
• Able to work all shifts, including evenings and weekends, and work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 21.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License with a clean driving record for the previous three years. If Commercial Driver's License is out of state (not Kansas), then it must not have the intrastate restriction.
• Class A, B, or C CDL with Passenger Endorsement.
• Must be able to maintain a KDOT physical certification.
• Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job subject to testing criteria.
• Ability to pass a background check, drug screen, and Physical Capacity Profile.
• Great customer service/people skills, including good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must show a stable previous work history.

Benefits

• Pay range is $18.50 per hour. Averaging 10 hours/week of overtime equates to $52,900 per year.
• Full-time hires average 45 hours per week with overtime hours available.
• Medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions.

Additional Information

The job is a safety sensitive position and is subject to ongoing random drug and alcohol screening. The job requires working in all weather conditions, sitting in an enclosed vehicle for long periods, exposure to disease/infections, dealing with temperamental people, and working with contaminants (e.g., gases and odors).

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

ATA Bus firmly commits to the communities we serve and our employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive for a workforce that reflects our community. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected class.