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Bus Operator 082026

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Entry level

Description We are hiring Bus Operators with Class A or B CDL with a Passenger Endorsement. Attend one of the following on-site hiring events. Hiring Events will include one-on-one interviews. Tuesday, June 30 -- 10a - 1…

Skills: Bus Operation, Customer Service, Route Navigation, Fare Collection, Passenger Assistance

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Bus Operator 082026

Charlotte Area Transit System

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • high school
  • Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Days, Paid Personal Days, Paid Vacation, Medical Insurance, Vision Insurance
  • Posted 1d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Safely operate CATS transit buses on prescribed routes while providing exemplary customer service to passengers. Responsibilities include collecting fares, using on-board computer equipment, and assisting disabled customers with boarding.

Requirements

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and a Commercial Class A or B CDL with a Passenger Endorsement. Applicants must pass a DOT physical, a criminal background check, and complete an 8-week training program.

Full job description

Description

   

We are hiring Bus Operators with Class A or B CDL with a Passenger Endorsement.  

 

Attend one of the following on-site hiring events.  Hiring Events will include one-on-one interviews. 

 

Tuesday, June 30 -- 10a - 1pm - 3145 South Tryon Street (Bus Garage)Thursday, July 2 -- 10a - 1p - 3145 South Tryon Street (Bus Garage)Wednesday, July 8 -- 10a - 1p - 5301 Wilkinson Boulevard (Goodwill Industries)Thursday, July 9 -- 10a - 1p - 3145 South Tryon Street (Bus Garage)Wednesday, July 15 -- 10a - 1p - 3145 South Tryon Street (Bus Garage)Thursday, July 16 -- 10a - 1p - 3145 South Tryon Street (Bus Garage)

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Operate CATS Transit Buses safely on prescribed scheduled routes as directed.
  • Collects/records bus fares, and transfers in accordance with CATS procedures.
  • Promote exemplary customer service of the Charlotte Area Transit System by providing safe, courteous, timely, and dependable service while transporting CATS customers.
  • Input information into computer-based equipment such as Automated Vehicle Locator (AVL), Automatic Passenger Counter, (APC) fare-box and destination displays (requires touch key entering).
  • Able to read and interpret maps and complex schedules and provide route and schedule information to transit customers.
  • Assist in the boarding of disable customers who require the aid of accessible vehicles (wheelchairs/scooters) for the purpose of mobility. 


Benefits:

  • Paid holidays, 
  • Paid sick days, 
  • Paid personal days,
  • Paid Vacation after completion of one year
  • Healthcare (Medical, vision, life insurance, dental) --§ Eligibility after waiting period
  • Flexible Spending Account, Healthcare Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account
  • Defined Benefit (Pension) --§ Mandatory employee contribution
  • Deferred Compensation (457) --§ Company matches up to 4% after 1 year

Requirements

  •  High School Diploma or GED. 
  • Must possess and maintain a Commercial Class “A” or “B” CDL Driver’s License with Passenger Endorsement.
  • No driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction within last three (3) years, and no more than one (1) DWI on driving history. 
  • Must have excellent customer service skills and ability to deal courteously with the public. 
  • Requires long periods of sitting while driving/operating transit bus. 
  • Must successfully pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) Physical (medical) examination.
  • Must successfully pass a criminal background check that will be assessed by Transit Management of Charlotte. 
  • Must be able to work variable shifts and irregular hours, holidays and weekends. Schedules are based on seniority. 
  • Must be able to communicate in the English both orally and written. Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus. 
  • Must successfully complete 8-week bus operator training.
  • Starting wage is $24.96 per hour after completion of 8-weeks paid training.

Related keywords

CDL Class ACDL Class BPassenger EndorsementDOT PhysicalTransit OperationAutomated Vehicle LocatorAutomatic Passenger CounterFare-boxPublic TransportationCATSBilingual Spanish

About Charlotte Area Transit System

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Urban Transit Services
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Founded
1999
Headquarters
Charlotte, North Carolina
LinkedIn followers
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Charlotte Area Transit System

Offices: 600 E 4TH ST, Charlotte, North Carolina 28202, US

TransportationPublic TransitBusLight RailStreet CarMass TransitMobilityEngineeringTransportation ManagementInformation Technology
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About Charlotte Area Transit System

LinkedInVisit site

Moving People Forward

Industry
Urban Transit Services
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Founded
1999
Headquarters
Charlotte, North Carolina
LinkedIn followers
2,682

Charlotte Area Transit System

Offices: 600 E 4TH ST, Charlotte, North Carolina 28202, US

TransportationPublic TransitBusLight RailStreet CarMass TransitMobilityEngineeringTransportation ManagementInformation Technology
View all jobs at Charlotte Area Transit System

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