Part-Time School Bus Operator — Safe Transit & Benefits

City of Charlottesville; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick leave

Health insurance options with employer

Employer-paid life insurance

Retirement options

Gym membership reimbursement

Continuing education/training

Job summary

The City of Charlottesville seeks a part-time Bus Transit Operator to perform intermediate semiskilled work operating large passenger buses on public routes, school trips, and charter services. You will conduct pre/post-trip inspections, maintain records, assist passengers, and monitor safety while communicating with dispatch via two-way radios.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, plus one year of customer service experience or three years of related work.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED AND one year of experience performing customer service tasks.
• Three years of work experience performing customer service tasks.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above.

Responsibilities

• Operates a transit passenger bus or school bus over designated routes and schedules, ensuring safe and timely transportation for passengers.
• Conducts pre- and post-trip inspections of vehicles and related equipment, reporting defects or mechanical issues as required.
• Prepares and maintains trip records, including fares, passenger behavior, mileage, vehicle defects, and condition reports, in compliance with department requirements.
• Assists passengers with boarding and off-loading, including wheelchair accessibility, and announces bus routes and stops.
• Monitors passenger behavior to ensure safety and maintains a safe and orderly environment aboard the bus.
• When applicable, collects fares, tickets, and passes; ensures proper handling and security of payments and passes.
• Adapt to variables such as adverse weather, traffic, construction, passenger incidents, accidents, schedule changes, and others.
• Provides accurate route and service information to passengers and the public in a courteous and professional manner.
• Communicates with other operators, supervisors, and dispatch via two‑way radio or phone to report traffic conditions, vehicle issues, or passenger concerns.
• Operates a City vehicle in the performance of the job duties.
• Follows safety instructions and attends appropriate safety training, including body fluid spill clean‑up procedures.
• Complies with all traffic laws and safety regulations, employing defensive driving techniques to minimize risks and prevent accidents.
• Reports accidents or emergencies immediately and completes required reporting information, maintaining composure and ensuring passenger safety during such events.
• Coordinates fueling and basic maintenance of the bus, communicates mechanical concerns, records mileage, and ensures the vehicle is clean and safe throughout each shift in accordance with division requirements.
• Attends required meetings and training sessions as needed to maintain compliance with DOT, FTA, and Virginia State School Bus standards.
• Supports departmental goal to provide dependable, efficient, and safe transportation service.
• May be required to work non‑traditional work schedule, including weeknights, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Subject to being called back to work to the City in emergencies or as needed to provide necessary services to the public. Must have the ability to be contacted and respond based on Departmental guidelines.
• Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools, and other resources, including work time.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Communication

Defensive driving

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Two-way radio

Job description

The City of Charlottesville seeks a part-time Bus Transit Operator to perform intermediate semiskilled work operating large passenger buses on public routes, school trips, and charter services. You will conduct pre/post-trip inspections, maintain records, assist passengers, and monitor safety while communicating with dispatch via two-way radios.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, plus one year of customer service experience or three years of related work.