Bus Operator

RideKC Development Corporation; Kansas City, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with annual increases

Health, dental, vision and life ins. (

Paid vacation and sick leave

Paid CDL training

Retirement pension plan

Ten holidays + birthday + floating day

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan

Gym memberships

Job summary

KCATA is seeking a Bus Driver (Operator) in Kansas City, MO. As a Bus Operator you will drive state-of-the-art buses, provide friendly customer service, and help riders make reliable connections across the metropolitan area.

No experience required; CDL training provided; you will train to obtain Class B CDL with passenger endorsement. Full-time positions with benefits, paid training, and opportunities for wage growth.

Qualifications

• Age 21 or older.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver’s License with excellent driving record.
• Ability to pass MVR, background check, DOT physical and drug screening (paid by KCATA).
• Class B CDL Permit OR Class B CDL with passenger endorsement and no airbrake restriction (training provided).
• Prompt and reliable attendance.
• Neat appearance; dress code.
• Customer service oriented with a positive attitude.
• Open availability for flexible scheduling based on seniority.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive a transit vehicle safely, courteously, and reliably in the Kansas City metro area.
• Build relationships with riders and load/unload at designated stops.
• Navigate the transit system and assist residents and visitors.

Skills

Customer service

Dependability

Safety conscious

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Bus Driver (Operator)

Permanent-Full Time Operator Kansas City, MO, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1320

Our Bus Operators are the driving force behind our Mission: "We connect people to opportunities."

Bus Operators do so much more than drive — they’re the reliable, friendly face for KCATA riders, ensuring reliable and on-time passenger connections. Often our drivers are guides, providing trip and service information to navigate our amazing transit system and can be found assisting residents and visitors.

Through hands-on training, learn the necessary skills to drive state-of-the-art buses and vehicles, and how to provide excellent customer service. Work in a safe environment. Our high-tech buses are equipped with surveillance cameras, GPS (global positioning system) that identifies the location of buses at all times, radio communication, and other technology that ensures a comfortable and safe ride.

DRIVER OPPORTUNITIES.Our driving force.

Bus Operators (Fulltime) – Large Bus
$28.220 to $35.275 per hour plus benefits*

Bus Operators (Fulltime) – Small Bus and RideKC Flex
$26.456 to $29.984 per hour plus benefits**

• Experience not required. CDL training provided.
• We pay you to train! Employees receive paid training to obtain your Class B CDL (Commercial Driver License) @ $25.317 per hour
• All local work
• No overnight travel
• Represented by Local 1287, Amalgamated Transit Union

* Higher figure represents increases to the third year

** Higher figure represents increases to the second year
Benefits are based on eligibility; see Benefits section below

REQUIREMENTS

You are ready with:

• Age 21 or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License with excellent driving record
• Ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records search, criminal background check, Department of Transportation (DOT) physical exam and drug screening (All tests conducted and paid for by KCATA as part of the application process)
• Class B CDL Permit OR Class B CDL with passenger endorsement and no airbrake restriction. We will train you on the rest of it!
• Prompt and reliable attendance
• Neat in appearance; comply with the dress code
• Respectful, customer service oriented with a positive attitude
• Open availability for flexible scheduling the first approximately two years as shift assignments and routes are based on seniority. During this timehours and shifts will vary daily; driving assignments can vary across transit vehicles, including large bus, small bus and Flex vehicles;routes are assigned quarterly, with bus operators selecting work assignments based on seniority.

What you will need to start:

• Class B CDL Permit or Class B CDL with passenger endorsement and no airbrake restriction. We will train you on the rest of it!
• Department of Transportation (DOT) eligible: Physical Exam and Drug Screening (Paid by KCATA)
• Motor Vehicle Records search and criminal background check (Paid by KCATA)

WHAT KCATA OPERATORS DO AND JOB REWARDS

• Operate and drive a transit vehicle safely, courteously, and reliably throughout Kansas City metropolitan area
• Build relationships with riders
• Make stops at designated bus stops to load and unload riders
• Navigate our amazing transit system and assist residents and tourists
• Operate on-board computer fare boxes and destination signs
• Perform pre/post trip vehicle inspections
• Communicate with Operations Command Center/Dispatch Team to identify and ensure route times and safety

BENEFITS TO ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES
Employee is eligible for benefits after training period plus 350 hours.

• Competitive Pay with Annual Increases
• Health, Dental, Vision, Short-term Disability and Life Insurance (KCATA pays a portion up to 80%)
• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid training to obtain your CDL Class B License (if required)
• Total of ten (10) paid holidays plus employee's birthday and a floating holiday
• Retirement Benefits through a Pension Plan.

Optional Benefitsto eligible employees:

• Flexible spending accounts for pre-tax out-of-pocket family healthcare or dependentcare
• Voluntary and supplementary products (Long- and short-term disability, life insurance)
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
• Free gym memberships at KCMO Community Centers or Planet Fitness