Bus Driver - Transit (Transit Bus Operator)

City of Harrisonburg; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Life insurance

Paid leave

Holidays

Job summary

City of Harrisonburg seeks Transit Bus Operator positions to combine customer service with driving responsibilities. The City plans to fill both full-time (benefits-eligible) and part-time (no benefits) roles, with a preferred hiring rate of $19.54 per hour.

Paid on-the-job training is provided; prior bus experience is not required at hire. A valid driver's license is required at application, and CDL may be needed by the end of training for this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus experience operating buses or similar equipment.
• Valid driver's license required at application; CDL by end of training or as deemed appropriate.
• Full-Time: 5 days per week Mon-Sat; Part-Time: minimum 18 hours weekly.

Responsibilities

• Drive a transit bus.
• Pick up and deliver passengers.
• Collect fares.
• Operate a bus on a designated route for a daily schedule.
• Operate a two-way radio and report unusual traffic conditions or emergencies.
• Operate mobility device lift and secure mobility devices.
• Observe traffic laws and safety regulations for passenger safety.

Skills

Customer service

Driving

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL (by end of training)

Job description

Are you seeking a challenging yet rewarding position that allows you to utilize your customer service and driving skills? If so, the Department of Public Transportation's Transit Bus Operator positions may be the right opportunity for you!

The Public Transportation Department is seeking to fill both full-time, benefits-eligible and part-time (no benefits) Transit Bus Operator positions. The roles have a preferred hiring rate of $19.54 per hour. Prior experience and a CDL is not required at the time of hire for this position as paid on-the-job training will be provided.

As a Transit Bus Operator, you will:

• Drive a transit bus;
• Pick up and deliver passengers;
• Collect fares;
• Operate a bus on a designated route for a daily schedule;
• Operate a two-way radio and report unusual traffic conditions, passenger emergencies, or other problems;
• Operate a mobility device lift and secure mobility devices;
• Obey all traffic laws and observe mandatory safety regulations for transit operations to ensure passenger safety.

Qualifications

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma or GED and some experience operating buses or similar equipment. Candidates without previous experience operating buses or similar equipment are encouraged to apply as paid on-the-job training will be provided.
• Valid driver's license is required at the time of application. Possession of or the ability to acquire an appropriate CDL valid in the Commonwealth of VA is required by the end of the paid, on-the-job classroom training for this position, or as deemed appropriate by the Department.
• Availability Requirements:
  • Full-Time Positions: A minimum of 5 days per week Mondays - Saturdays, primarily for afternoon/evening shifts. Opportunities for additional shifts may be available.
  • Part-Time Positions: A minimum of 18 hours per week. Opportunities for additional shifts may be available.

Successful applicants for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results:

• DMV record check;
• FTA drug screen;
• FTA physical; and
• Criminal background check.

This position is subject to alcohol and controlled substances testing as required by the U.S. Department of Transportation.

For full-time employees, the City provides an excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement (VRS & MissionSquare), life insurance, paid leave and holidays.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.