Bus Operator (Full-Time) — Drive Communities, Earn & Grow

Centre Area Transportation Authority; Bloomsdorf (PA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(a)

457

Roth IRA

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Short-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Free gym membership

Free transit pass

Job summary

Centre Area Transportation Authority (CATA) is hiring a Full-Time Bus Operator in the State College area. The role includes operating buses, assisting passengers, and ensuring safe, on-time service.

A CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement is required, and a comprehensive benefits package is offered. Starting pay begins at $23.70/hour as a trainee, with Year One at $25.18/hour, Year Two at $26.66/hour, and After Year Two at $29.62/hour.

Qualifications

• Clear communication with passengers and safety emphasis.
• Drive routes safely while maintaining schedules.
• Ability to handle busy, diverse environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip inspections to ensure safety and compliance.
• Navigate designated routes and transport passengers efficiently.
• Assist passengers boarding and disembarking; maintain friendly service.
• Adhere to schedules and manage delays or route changes.
• Complete required paperwork, including passenger counts and incident reports.

Skills

Strong communication

Excellent driving

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Flexible hours

Education

CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement

Job description

Centre Area Transportation Authority (CATA) is hiring a Full-Time Bus Operator in the State College area. The role includes operating buses, assisting passengers, and ensuring safe, on-time service.

A CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement is required, and a comprehensive benefits package is offered. Starting pay begins at $23.70/hour as a trainee, with Year One at $25.18/hour, Year Two at $26.66/hour, and After Year Two at $29.62/hour.