Transit Operator (Non-CDL)

City of Fredericksburg; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading city as a Full-time Transit Operator, responsible for safely transporting passengers across Fredericksburg and surrounding areas. This role involves driving, ensuring passenger safety, and performing vehicle inspections. The position offers competitive pay and benefits, including training for a CDL.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Generous vacation/sick leave benefits

13 paid holidays a year

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience driving a commercial or passenger vehicle.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and maintain it during employment.

Responsibilities

• Drive a transit bus on assigned routes throughout the City and Counties.
• Ensure the safe transport of all passengers.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and maintenance.

Skills

Driving

Safety Awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

TRANSIT OPERATOR (NON-CDL)
Starting Pay: $16.16/hour

Join our team as a Full-time Operator and help transport passengers safely across Fredericksburg and the surrounding counties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive a transit bus on assigned routes throughout the City and Counties of Stafford, and Spotsylvania.
• Ensure the safe transport of all passengers.
• Monitor and manage passenger behavior on the bus.
• Assist passengers as needed.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections, fueling, and cleaning to ensure safe operating conditions.
• Complete related tasks as directed.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bus driver training and at least one year of experience driving a commercial or passenger vehicle.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and maintain it during employment.
• Pass a criminal record check and physical abilities testing.
• Pass CPR, First Aid, Passenger Assistance, and Safety tests.
• No felony or substance abuse convictions within the last 10 years.
• No DWI convictions.
• Flexible to work varying hours, including weekends and evenings.

Additional Information:

• Rigorous background checks, including criminal history, driving records, and previous employment verification, will be conducted.
• Employment is contingent upon passing a post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and drug testing, with ongoing random drug testing per DOT requirements.
• We will offer training to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL); however, we will require a one-year commitment to the City of Fredericksburg.

Apply Now: Join our team and contribute to the City of Fredericksburg! While the position is open until filled, completed City applications and resumes should be submitted before 11:59pm on June 30, 2025.

Come be part of a knowledgeable and amazing work team committed to excellence in serving a thriving and growing community and the commitment toCity’s Core Values.In addition to offering a great work team and excellent salary, the City of Fredericksburg is a member of the Virginia Retirement System and offers competitive health, dental and vision insurance as well as generous vacation/sick leave benefits and 13 paid holidays a year.

The City of Fredericksburg provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

City of Fredericksburg
Human Resources Department
715 Princess Anne Street, Room 209
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
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