Bus Monitor

Transdev North America; East Point (GA); On-site; USD 20,030 - 26,064; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days based on seniority

Paid Sick Leave

Medical, dental & vision after 90 days

Life insurance

401(k) retirement benefits

Job summary

Transdev North America in East Point, Georgia is looking for an experienced Bus Monitor. In this role, you will ensure safe and comfortable transportation for passengers while upholding professional customer service. Key responsibilities include monitoring passenger behavior, assisting with loading/unloading, and pre-trip inspections. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and excellent communication skills. The role offers benefits including medical coverage, vacation time, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to manage high degrees of stress.
• Able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• Subject to DOT drug testing and physical if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the welfare of passengers while on the bus.
• Communicate behavior problems with the driver.
• Assist in pre-trip and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Excellent communication & customer service skills

Attention to detail

Good judgement/problem solving skills

Commitment to safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are currently on the lookout for an experienced Bus Monitor to join our elite team in Fulton County, GA. As a key member, you will be entrusted with ensuring safe and comfortable transportation for our passengers, while upholding the highest standards of professionalism and customer service.

Salary: Starting pay $14.54 with progression to $18.92 over 3 years.

Key Responsibilities

• Knows the route and remains alert to monitor the welfare of passengers while in route. Keeps order on the bus.
• Communicates behavior problems and conditions of various stops with the driver. Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, parents and students.
• Assists in pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus utilizing Zonar technology, including child checks.
• Assists students in the loading and unloading process.
• Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, students, and parents.
• Attends all safety and training meetings.
• Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including use of exiting by emergency door.
• Opens and closes service doors and moves up and down steps multiple times daily.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent communication & customer service skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Good judgement/problem solving skills.
• Ability to manage high degrees of stress.
• Commitment to safety.
• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• Subject to a DOT drug testing and physical if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.

Physical Requirements

• Work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions – 100% of the job is performed outside, work alone and in remote locations.
• Sit for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours per day); frequently walk for long distances and on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces.
• Push and pull objects up to 50 pounds, occasionally throughout the workday; lift material weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance; occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to files or equipment stored at ground level.
• Withstand heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job; tolerate exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes and noise.

Benefits

• Vacation: Range from 1 week to 6 weeks per year (determined based on seniority).
• Paid Sick Leave: 4.66 hours monthly (7 days annually) full‑time employees.
• Medical, dental & vision after 90 calendar days of employment for full‑time employees.
• Life insurance, 401(k) retirement benefits, and company holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or any other legally protected status.

Drug-Free Workplace

Transdev maintains a drug‑free workplace. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship, pass a pre‑employment drug screen, and pass a background check. The position is subject to a DOT drug testing and physical if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.

Accommodation Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.