Full-Time Bus Driver / Operator

Durham City Transit Company; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 26,325 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Tuition Assistance

Retention bonus

Job summary

A local transit authority in Durham seeks a Full-Time Bus Driver / Operator responsible for transporting passengers safely and professionally. Ideal candidates must obtain a CDL Permit within the first week of training and have a strong driving background. This role demands excellent customer service skills and the ability to navigate complex traffic regulations. Competitive pay starting at $19.11/hr with benefits including tuition assistance and a retention bonus. Join our team to make a difference in public transportation.

Qualifications

• Must obtain a valid CDL Permit within 7 business days of class start.
• Prefer six years driving experience and a good driving record.
• Capable of operating a bus under adverse weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Transport passengers throughout Durham according to set schedules.
• Abide by all safety and federal transit requirements.
• Provide assistance to passengers as needed.

Skills

Driving experience

Customer service

Knowledge of traffic regulations

Attentiveness

Education

Valid CDL Permit

Job description

Position:Full-Time Bus Driver / Operator

Location: Durham, NC

Job Id:197

# of Openings:50

This is a Full Time position; Part Time not available.

All applicants without at least a CDL Permit must acknowledge that they understand obtaining a CDL Permit within the first 7 days of employment (training will be provided) and subsequently obtaining their CDL prior to completing the initial training period is a job requirement.

GoDurham is offering a $2500.00 retention bonus opportunity for Bus Driver / Operators who:

• complete 12 months of employment;
• work performance that is in good standing with no documented performance or safety issues;
• have worked 90% or more of their scheduled work hours.

We have a 401k plan and Tuition Assistance, so come join our team and earn top wages while investing in your future.

Description

Durham City Transit Company dba GoDurham is an essential business, and we are currently recruiting for Bus Operators. This position is responsible for transporting passengers throughout Durham according to set times and schedules. Duties involve the ability to operate a bus in a safe, reliable, and professional manner while providing excellent customer service, assistance with compassion, and being helpful to all passengers.

Safety is our top priority, and all drivers will be provided the necessary protective equipment to perform their job in accordance with CDC Guidelines.

Benefits

• Effective 01 July 2023 starting hourly pay is $19.11 per hour. Hourly rate increases to $20.46 at 6 months of service.
• We offer regular increases to $29.00+ per hour after 4 years of service.
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance AD&D and LTD
• Tuition Assistance
• 401k options
• Vacation + Paid Holiday and Paid Sick days

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Abides by all safety, federal transit requirements, traffic regulations/laws as well as company policy/procedures.
• Properly completes all required paperwork to include manifests, pre/post-inspection checks, accident reports, and other applicable forms/reports. Uses sound judgment in following dispatch instructions, being able to recognize, create, and follow logical sequences for pick-up and drop-off of passengers in an efficient manner.
• Attends training classes with successful completion.
• Answers passenger questions politely and accurately, to include questions about service area, eligibility requirements, and fares.
• Ensures passengers' ride is comfortable and safe.
• Provides assistance to individuals as needed.
• Keeps current on the operation of all service routes.

Experience

The successful candidate must be able to obtain a valid CDL Permit within 7 business days of class start and subsequently obtain a valid CDL prior to the completion of the full training class with a passenger endorsement and be able to maintain a DOT card.

We prefer six years driving experience, the possession of a good driving record, and the ability to drive in all types of adverse weather is required. Because we provide an integral service to the public, our operators are expected to report to work during Adverse Weather conditions and sometimes work split shifts. Prior bus or heavy vehicle driving experience preferred. All successful candidates must first pass a drug screening and criminal background check.

Americans with Disabilities Act

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have a right to request reasonable accommodations in order to help you accomplish your work, which must still be performed in all its essential functions.

EEO

DCTC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran’s status, disability status, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.