Full-Time CTtransit Bus Driver

North East Transportation Company CTtransit Waterbury; Watertown (CT); On-site; USD 38,572 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave

Weekly pay

Daily overtime available

Company Provided Uniforms

Job summary

North East Transportation Company CTtransit Waterbury is seeking a Bus Driver to provide safe and reliable public transportation services. This full-time role involves operating city transit buses, conducting pre- and post-trip inspections, and ensuring passenger comfort and safety. Required qualifications include a Connecticut Commercial Driver's License with appropriate endorsements. The position offers a competitive wage of $28.75 per hour, comprehensive health benefits, paid vacation, and a generous retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Valid Connecticut CDL with passenger endorsement.
• No air brake restrictions.
• Ability to perform pre- and post-trip inspections.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate city transit buses on assigned routes.
• Perform inspections and report mechanical issues.
• Assist customers and manage fare collection.
• Adhere to traffic laws and safety protocols.
• Communicate clearly with passengers and team members.

Skills

Safe bus operation

Customer service

Mechanical issue reporting

Traffic law adherence

Education

Connecticut Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Job description

Job Overview

Fixed Route Division provides convenient, safe, and reliable Public Bus transportation services within cities and/or express routes in Connecticut as the CTtransit Waterbury Bus Maintenance Facility. Also known as Connecticut Transit or CT Transit. Drivers play a critical role in making sure passengers get where they need to safely.

Wages & Benefits

$28.75 per hour (1st 6 months = 75% of rate, next 6 months = 85% of rate). Full‑time position scheduled for a minimum of 40 hours per week.

• Family Health Insurance, Prescriptions, Dental, and Vision – Fully Employer Funded Premium ($0 employee contribution, very low annual deductible)
• Employee Short‑Term Disability and Life Insurance – Fully Employer Funded Premium ($0 employee contribution)
• Very Generous Retirement Plan (Pension) – Fully Employer Funded (details: $0 employee contribution)

Perks

• Ability to change schedules every 4 months (based on seniority/time in positions, the longer you are here the better the options)
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, Sick, Personal, Bereavement, and your Birthday
• Daily overtime for time over 8 hours or working on a day off
• Weekly pay every Friday
• Annual Check to assist with CDL and Medical Card fees
• Company Provided Uniforms
• Clean State‑of‑the‑Art Facility
• Comfortable break area with cable
• Underground employee parking
• Safety Driving Incentive
• Employees Assistance Program covering immediate family

Responsibilities

• Safely operate city transit buses on assigned routes, ensuring timely pickups and drop‑offs for passengers.
• Perform pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections, report mechanical issues, and coordinate with dispatch as needed.
• Maintain passenger safety and comfort, assist customers, manage onboard announcements, and handle fare collection.
• Adhere to traffic laws, company policies, and safety protocols, including the use of seat belts and accessible service when required.
• Communicate clearly with passengers and team members; provide helpful information and coordinate with the manager for hazards.

Requirements

• Connecticut Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with endorsements P-Passenger and public passenger endorsement. Cannot have an air brake restriction.
• NOTE: Out‑of‑state applicants must first transfer their license to a Connecticut CDL and then apply for a public passenger endorsement.
• CDL Class A or B with PF, PS, PA, or PV endorsements with no air brake restrictions.

Company Mission and Values

We want every employee of North East Transportation Co. Inc., to feel proud of their association with a Company that exists to operate a vital service in their community. Part of that pride comes from knowing about the organization, how it works, and how each individual contributes to our overall goals and objectives. We make efforts to promote from within and offer growth and learning opportunities to all employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement

North East Transportation Company Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, family medical information or genetic information, disability, military service, or other protected class.