Transit Bus Driver

East Texas A&M University; Commerce (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

East Texas A&M University is seeking a Transit Bus Driver for the Transportation department in Commerce, Texas. The role involves operating the university’s transit routes on a scheduled basis and delivering courteous customer service to passengers with route guidance and information.

Under supervision, the driver ensures safety, performs vehicle checks, and supports training of new drivers. A high school diploma and CDL with relevant endorsements are required, with compliance to all laws and

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Two years’ work experience and strong oral/written communication.
• Ability to multitask and operate multiple bus types in varying traffic and weather.
• Must be able to obtain Texas class B CDL with passenger and air brakes endorsements within 45 days.

Responsibilities

• Drives transit routes as scheduled and adheres to university and transit policies.
• Fuel assigned vehicles for return to Transit as required.
• Assist managers in training new drivers and provide feedback.
• Perform pre/post-trip inspections and report hazards.
• Record hours and manage department communications.
• Maintain and clean equipment during shifts.

Skills

Experience

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Title

Transit Bus Driver

Agency

East Texas A&M University

Department

Transportation

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Commerce, Texas

Job Type

Staff

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

SUMMARY

The Transit Bus Driver, under supervision, is responsible for driving the East Texas A&M University transit routes as scheduled and providing customer service by assisting passengers with questions on routes, etc.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drives ETAMU transit routes as scheduled. Operates assigned equipment in a safe manner and in adherence to all University and Transit policies as well as local, state, and federal laws
• Properly fuels all assigned vehicles being returned to Transit unless otherwise instructed
• Assists managers and supervisors in the training of new drivers by teaching and demonstrating driving techniques, evaluating and providing feedback to the drivers, and providing follow-up or re-training as necessary
• Conducting a proper “pre” and “post” trip vehicle inspection and not any discrepancies at the beginning and ending of every shift
• Reports any potentially hazardous vehicle maintenance or safety issues immediately to a Supervisor
• Enters time worked, reads and responds to e-mail, requests leave, and reviews information on department intranet
• Maintains and cleans equipment assigned during shift

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education: High school graduation or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Two years’ work experience. Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to: Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Ability to operate several types of buses and vans to the extent of maneuvering safely through congested traffic conditions, adverse weather and road conditions.
• Licensing/Professional Certifications: Must be able to obtain State of Texas class "B" vehicle operator's license (Commercial Driver’s License with passenger endorsement and air brakes endorsement) within 45 days of employment.
• Physical Requirements: None
• Other Requirements: None

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE

NA

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS

NA

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.