CDL-B Transit Bus Driver — $26.62–$30.10/hr + Paid CDL Training

Our company is looking for a transit bus driver in Olathe, KS to safely carry passengers on set routes for Johnson County Transit. You'll be trained for your Class B CDL if you don't already have one, and you'll need a few years of driving background and a passenger-focused attitude.

Pay

• Union scale of $26.62 to $30.10 per hour

• Starting at $26.62, rising to $30.10 over 4 years

What you'll do

• Drive assigned routes on schedule, following traffic laws and safety rules

• Help passengers board, ride comfortably and get off safely

• Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle checks, report any mechanical problems and keep the bus clean and equipped

• Follow company rules on seat belts, emergencies and other regulations

• Handle other duties as assigned

Requirements

• At least 21 years old

• Valid CDL or CDL permit; Class A or B with passenger and airbrake endorsements (training available if you hold a permit)

• At least 3 years of personal or professional driving experience

• Strong communication and customer service abilities

• Able to work varying or flexible shifts

• Must pass DOT drug testing and a physical exam if required; marijuana use is not permitted under DOT rules regardless of state law

• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship, and able to pass a pre-employment drug screen

Physical demands

• Works outdoors in all weather, sometimes alone or in remote spots

• Sits for 6 to 8 hours a day and walks long distances, sometimes on uneven or slick ground

• Pushes, pulls or lifts up to 50 lbs occasionally, and may bend, kneel or crouch for ground-level equipment

• Works around heavy traffic, dust, exhaust and noise

Benefits

• Vacation after 1 year of service

• Paid sick leave: 5 days granted each January 1st

• Medical, dental and vision coverage starting at 30 days

• Short-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) and paid holidays after 90 days for full-time staff

Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants or employees with disabilities. Our company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of protected status.