Bus Serviceperson (Entry-level Automotive Technician, Fueler)

NJ TRANSIT; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Pension plan

Growth opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

NJ TRANSIT in New Jersey is seeking a Bus Serviceperson to check and maintain buses for daily service, reporting any damages or repairs to the supervisor.

The role requires you to work any shift per seniority-based scheduling, possess a valid NJ driver’s license with driving experience, and be eligible for CDL with passenger endorsement. NJ TRANSIT offers competitive pay and a full benefits package.

Qualifications

• Light professional mechanical experience preferred; diesel experience a plus but not required
• Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age
• Possess a valid NJ Driver’s License with three (3) years of driving experience
• Must be eligible to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement or possess a valid NY/PA CDL with Passenger and Airbrake endorsement***
• Be able to work any shift in keeping with seniority‑based scheduling. Hours vary depending upon the Bus Garage.
• Be able to pass the pre‑employment physical and background checks
• Have a good driving record with less than five (5) points

Responsibilities

• Check bus fluids and maintain required levels
• Change fluids
• Clean inside and around buses
• Shift and drive buses in and around the garage
• Steam engines
• Change tires (utilizing the appropriate equipment)
• Complete forms required in carrying out duties of the position

Skills

Mechanical experience

Driving experience

CDL eligibility

Job description

Job Description

Forbes List of America's Best Employers 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their destinations on time—and we’re looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.

• Now Offering $3,000 Signing Bonuses for all new Servicepersons***

$6,000 Signing Bonus for CDL A or B License Holders (must have air brake and passenger endorsement) at time of hire

Summary

Under the direction of the Superintendent or General Foreman, a Bus Serviceperson is responsible for checking and maintaining of all NJ TRANSIT buses for daily services. Report any damages or repairs needed as directed by the supervisor.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Check bus fluids and maintain required levels
• Change fluids
• Clean inside and around buses
• Shift and drive buses in and around the garage
• Steam engines
• Change tires (utilizing the appropriate equipment)
• Complete forms required in carrying out duties of the position

Training

• NJ TRANSIT’s Surface Transit Training Department offers comprehensive job‑related training for all Servicepersons new hires. This may include, but is not guaranteed, support in obtaining a Commercial Learner Permit (CLP) or a Commercial Driver License (CDL)

Education, Experience, And Qualifications

• Light professional mechanical experience preferred; diesel experience a plus but not required
• Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age
• Possess a valid NJ Driver’s License with three (3) years of driving experience
• Must be eligible to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement or possess a valid NY/PA CDL with Passenger and Airbrake endorsement***
• Be able to work any shift in keeping with seniority‑based scheduling. Hours vary depending upon the Bus Garage.
• Be able to pass the pre‑employment physical and background checks
• Have a good driving record with less than five (5) points

At NJ TRANSIT you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefit package!

• $6,000 Signing Bonus for CDL A or B License Holders (must have air brake and passenger endorsement) at time of hire*
• $3,000 Signing Bonus for all newly hired Servicepersons*
• Full benefit package including medical, prescription, dental & vision
• Pension plan plus 457 tax‑deferred savings plan (lifetime benefit)
• Growth Opportunities
• Paid time off
• Assistance obtaining your CDL (for NJ drivers only)
• $22.29 Hourly
• Terms and Conditions Apply.

NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This position is deemed safety sensitive per the Department of Transportation (DOT) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations. The DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of marijuana for any reason. It is unacceptable for any safety‑sensitive employee subject to drug testing under DOT regulations to use recreational or medical marijuana. The prohibition includes any derivative of marijuana such as CBD oils, teas, etc. The use of recreational and medical marijuana is a violation of NJ TRANSIT’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy for safety‑sensitive employees.

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About Us

For the third consecutive year, Forbes has named NJ TRANSIT to its renowned America’s Best‑in‑State Employers list.

Forbes continues to recognize our considerable efforts to build a productive, supportive, stimulating and inclusive work environment. NJ TRANSIT ranked seventh among the 90 New Jersey organizations included in the annual ranking, and NJ TRANSIT ranked number one in the “Transportation and Logistics” category.

About The Team

NJ TRANSIT has been recognized as Best Public Sector Recruitment Partner by NJIT, the New Jersey institute of Technology.

Careers at NJ TRANSIT

Build your future as part of a dynamic company committed to transforming one of the premiere transportation brands in North America. When you join Team Transit, the only limitations to your career are your own talent, ambition and willingness to learn. Our team of almost 11,000 employees across a wide range of trades, professions and crafts, pride themselves on serving the transportation needs of the New Jersey, New York and Philadelphia region every day. From our operations staff and frontline personnel, to the numerous corporate departments that keep the wheels turning, the people of NJ TRANSIT are what make the company a great place to build a career.

Our world‑class benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance programs, paid sick leave and vacation, short- and long‑term disability, flexible spending accounts, and deferred compensation. Employees receive access to educational reimbursement, excellent in‑house training programs, transportation benefits, and wellness programs. The greatest benefit? Knowing you've made a difference in people's lives.

From urban planners and bus operators to engineers and communications experts, we’re always looking for skilled, innovative people to join our team. Ready to move forward with us?