Bus Operator — Paid Training, Customer-First Transit

The Rapid; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 72,696,000 - 78,762,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Employer funded retirement

Paid vacation

Personal time

Holidays

Shift premium pay

Job summary

The Rapid in Grand Rapids, MI is hiring Bus Operators for the October 2026 training academy. You will safely operate buses on routes, deliver excellent customer service, and assist riders with professionalism and respect.

A strong safety mindset and flexible schedule are essential for long-term community service. Paid training is provided, with benefits including health, dental, life insurance, and retirement; vacation, personal time, and holiday options available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Class B CDL with Passenger and Airbrake endorsements required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a transit bus on assigned routes.
• Provide exceptional customer service to riders.
• Assist passengers with professionalism and respect.
• Represent The Rapid with pride and professionalism.

Skills

Customer service

Safety first

Clear communication

Flexible schedules

Long-term career

Education

High school diploma or GED

Class B CDL with Passenger & Airbrake endorsements

Job description

The Rapid in Grand Rapids, MI is hiring Bus Operators for the October 2026 training academy. You will safely operate buses on routes, deliver excellent customer service, and assist riders with professionalism and respect.

A strong safety mindset and flexible schedule are essential for long-term community service. Paid training is provided, with benefits including health, dental, life insurance, and retirement; vacation, personal time, and holiday options available.