Bus Operator - 03092025

Description

 

"Take the Wheel of Your Future and Your Route to a Better Career"!!!!!

We are searching for great customer service and safety-first minded applicants.  Class A or B CDL with a Passenger Endorsement  or Class B CDL Permit with a Passenger Endorsement is required.  

So, what do you do after you complete your employment application/resume?  Attend one of the following on-site hiring events.

Hiring Events to include one-on-one interviews at 3145 South Tryon Street. 

Wednesday, February 4 -- 10am - 1pmTuesday, February 10 -- 10am - 1pmWednesday, February 11 -- 10am - 1pmTuesday, February 17 --  10am - 1pm

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. 

Requirements

 

Requirements

•  High School Diploma or GED. 
• Must possess and maintain a Commercial Class “A” or “B” CDL Driver’s License with Passenger Endorsement or Class B CDL Permit with a 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.

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

Charlotte Area Transit System has been operational for more than 45 years. Located in Charlotte, N.C., it is managed by the Public Transit Department. The regional transit system includes bus rapid transit, light rail, commuter rail and expanded bus service within a six-county area. CATS serves Mecklenburg, Davidson, Huntersville, Cornelius, Matthews, Pineville, Mint Hill, Concord, Cabarrus, Gastonia and Mooresville counties in North Carolina. Serving more than 1 million customers annually, it also provides paratransit services and bus and vanpool transportation. Additionally, the system also provides several special programs and services, such as ozone action days, seniors in motion, ETC and wheels for learning program, smartcommute, company discount, and transit benefits.