Bus Operator- Paid Training, Fast- Paced, Commitment

Bus Operator – Paid Training, Fast‑Paced, Full Commitment Required

Core Transit is dedicated to providing welcoming, accessible, dependable and rewarding transportation services to our community. Our mission is to become the #1 choice for getting around our region.

Be part of a dynamic, dedicated team focused on enhancing transportation services and ensuring rider satisfaction. We offer a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and development.

Depending on your qualifications, you will receive a 6‑to‑8‑week paid training program. The training is fast‑paced and requires full attendance to ensure you’re fully prepared to succeed.

• Start Pay: $30.75 per hour – $31.83 after training is successfully completed (the two figures may appear as separate items based on pay rate after training)
• FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt
• Full‑time – Year Round

• Bilingual Pay Incentive: Earn an additional $1 per hour if you qualify for our bilingual Spanish/English program.
• Paid Vacation and Holiday
  
  Schedule:
  
  Four weeks of paid vacation and double‑time pay for any holidays worked.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Free medical, dental, and vision options; up to 10% retirement match.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement in a thriving industry.

• Perform thorough federally mandated pre‑ and post‑trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety.
• Practice safe defensive driving techniques, staying alert to speed and external conditions.
• Assist passengers, including those with disabilities, and comply with ADA standards.
• Share route and schedule information to help riders reach their destinations.
• Operate transit equipment, such as fare boxes, dispatch systems, and security cameras.
• Communicate professionally with dispatch and passengers, addressing policy questions.
• Check employee communication channels for updates on policies and procedures.
• Complete and submit all required paperwork, including accident and incident reports.
• Observe safety and security procedures, report potential hazards, and maintain a safe work environment.
• Serve the community by demonstrating Core Transit’s mission and values.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory motor vehicle record.

• CDL Permit or CDL Class B with passenger endorsement.

• Obtain a CDL permit and then class B CDL license with passenger endorsement within 30 days of hire.
• Meet all physical requirements outlined in Section 391.41 of the CDL Physical Standards, including passing a DOT physical.
• Comply with all federal regulations and company policies regarding drug and alcohol testing, including 49 CFR Part 655, 49 CFR Part 40, and the Drug‑Free Workplace Act of 1988.

• Pass a detailed background check.
• Complete a Department of Transportation drug and alcohol test.
• Undergo a CDL medical exam.
• Provide references to verify qualifications and experience.

• Work hours vary:
  Monday‑Sunday, 23 hours a day, 8/10‑hour shifts.
• Flexible work from any location as needed.
• Work holidays and weekends as required.

• Mobility
  :
  Sitting for extended periods, standing, walking, and climbing on and off buses.
• Coordination
  :
  Use of arms, hands, legs, and feet to safely operate the vehicle.
• Strength
  :
  Lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Endurance
  :
  Maintain focus and alertness during long, challenging shifts.
• Vision & Hearing
  :
  Communicate effectively and respond to emergency situations.

Core Transit is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As required by federal employment laws, all applicants have the right to be notified of their rights. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.