BUS OPERATOR

MARTA

Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 24,116 - 34,348

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A public transport authority in Atlanta is seeking a full-time Bus Operator to provide excellent customer service while driving commercial passenger buses. Candidates must hold a Georgia CDL or Permit and have a high school diploma. The role involves assisting passengers, performing bus inspections, and ensuring safety standards are met. This position pays $21.22 per hour and offers a dynamic work environment within a dedicated team.

Qualifications

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Holding a Georgia issued CDL or CDL Permit is required.
At least one year of direct customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Drive and operate a commercial passenger bus.
Assist disabled passengers safely.
Conduct routine bus inspections.

Skills

Customer service skills

Knowledge of motor vehicle code

Ability to operate wheelchair lifts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Automated Vehicle Locator (AVL)

Job description

MARTA IS SEEKING PROFESSIONAL, CUSTOMER FRIENDLY FULL TIME BUS OPERATORS!

MARTA is hosting a public hiring event on December 18, 2025, where we will be conducting interviews for some of our available positions including Bus operator (CDL/CDL Permit ONLY). If you have already interviewed at one of our previous career fairs, please check your emails for any updates.

Date:December 18, 2025

Time: 1PM - 4PM

Location:MARTA headquarters (2424 Piedmont Road NE Atlanta GA 30324)

Dress Code: Business Professional/ Casual (Strictly enforced)

*MUST HAVE A GEORGIA CDL OR CDL PERMIT LICENSE! REQUIRED*

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be 21 years of age.
Must possess knowledge of, or the ability to learn to evaluate its general operation condition.
Must possess knowledge of, or the ability to learn the motor vehicle code for the State of Georgia.
Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse members of the public are essential. At least one year of direct customer service and/or prior commercial bus, taxi or limousine driving experience is preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

CDL Holders (Required): A current valid State of Georgia issued CDL license [Class A or B with a Passenger (“P”) endorsement]
CDL Permit Holders (Required):A currentvalid State of Georgia issued Commercial Driver Learner’s (CDL) Permit (Class A or B with a “P” endorsement) is required.Individuals hired with a valid State of Georgia issued Commercial Driver Learner’s Permit, must obtain a valid State of Georgia issued Commercial Driver’s License (Class A or B with a Passenger endorsement within the allotted three (3) weeks of the Bus Operator Candidate’s Training Program.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

A maximum of one (1) moving violation with a maximum of three (3) points on Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) within a 24-month period.
No DUI violations within the last 5 years.
Dependable transportation to report to work.

INTERVIEW SELECTION PROCESS: The selection process may include one or more components to demonstrate applicants’ knowledge, skills, and abilities in job related areas. These may include exercises such as practical demonstrations, written communications, oral interviews and/or competency assessments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

1. Drives and operates a commercial passenger bus, transporting passengers to and from scheduled stops, announcing major stops, transfer points, other announcements as requested/required. Collects proper fares and validates passes and identification cards, utilizing electronic fare registering and collection equipment. Exercises reasonable care in the handling of funds and other valuables, to include proper reporting of lost articles. Courteously provide schedule, route, and fare information to passengers seeking assistance.

2. Assists disabled passengers in boarding, riding, and alighting in a safe manner. Operates wheelchair lifts or scooters and secure equipment of affected passengers in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

3. Maintains, supports, and promotes a safe work environment at all times. Conducts routine bus inspections of assigned vehicle before and after daily run (pre-trip and post trip inspections) in conformance with all applicable safety and operation procedures. Documents inspection findings. Promptly engages Bus Operations Control Center (BCC) MARTA Police in cases of passenger unruly conduct and/or any threat to passenger or safety of self.

4. Prepares and submits accident and incident reports in a timely manner utilizing proper forms and in accordance with established guidelines.

5. Uses Bus phone and logs into the Automated Vehicle Locator (AVL) to communicate with equipment failures, schedule delays, hazardous or dangerous conditions along bus route and passenger loading zones, to include such hazards as unusual traffic, road conditions, obstructions, construction, potential criminal activity, etc.

6. Performs other assigned tasks as requested.

(These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive, and do not include marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of the essential job functions.)

INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY:

All internal applicants will have a record evaluation check to determine whether they are eligible to advance to the interview process. Candidates will be automatically disqualified for consideration if their employment record for the twelve (12) months preceding the date of the posting reflects any of the following:

A combined total of no more than three (3) occurrences and/or lose outs (tardies)
No instances of absence without leave (AWOL)
No disciplinary actions
No valid customer complaints
Employee has not successfully completed probationary period

NOTE:Record evaluation will be conducted based on the twelve months preceding the initial date of the posting. Candidates must remain in good standing once selected through the job screening and offer process. Failure to remain in good standing based on the criteria listed above will disqualify any candidate.

MARTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

MARTA is a Drug Free Workplace. Participation in MARTA's Drug & Alcohol Program is a condition of employment. Failure to adhere to MARTA's Drug & Alcohol Program will result in termination. Every MARTA employee is responsible for reading and observing the requirements of the Drug & Alcohol policy. This position has been identified as SAFETY SENSITIVE.

Classification - Represented

Pay Rate: - $21.22

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