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City of Johnson City

Transit Operator I

Johnson City, TN · On-site

$19.72/hr

The Transit Operator I operates a City passenger bus following a specific schedule and route as a relief or temporary driver. Demand-response service is provided which includes working on Saturdays.

City of Johnson City

Transit Operator I

Johnson City, TN · On-site

$19.72/hr

The Transit Operator I operates a City passenger bus following a specific schedule and route as a relief or temporary driver. Demand-response service is provided which includes working on Saturdays.

City of Johnson City

School Bus Driver

Johnson City, TN · On-site

$21.05/hr

The City of Johnson City, Tennessee has openings for school bus drivers (Transit Operator I and Transit Operator II positions). Online applications are being accepted for temporary, part-time and ...

City of Johnson City

School Bus Driver

Johnson City, TN · On-site

$21.05/hr

The City of Johnson City, Tennessee has openings for school bus drivers (Transit Operator I and Transit Operator II positions). Online applications are being accepted for temporary, part-time and ...

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CDL Driver - Transit

Fayetteville, NC · On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

... a City Bus? Are you a helpful, service-oriented person? Then, The Fayetteville Area System of Transit (FAST) is looking for you! As a FAST Transit Operator you must be attentive, have good judgment ...

City of Fayetteville

CDL Driver - Transit

Fayetteville, NC · On-site

$18.90/hr

... a City Bus. Are you a helpful, service-oriented person. Then, The Fayetteville Area System of Transit (FAST) is looking for you. As a FAST Transit Operator you must be attentive, have good judgment ...

City of Fayetteville

CDL Driver - Transit

Fayetteville, NC · On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

... a City Bus? Are you a helpful, service-oriented person? Then, The Fayetteville Area System of Transit (FAST) is looking for you! As a FAST Transit Operator you must be attentive, have good judgment ...

City of Glendale (AZ)

Transit Operator

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$40K - $61K/yr

The Transit Operator provides transportation services to citizens. The ideal candidate for the role ... bus The geography and street layout of the City of Glendale and of the valley-wide transit service ...

City of Glendale, AZ

Transit Operator

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$40K - $61K/yr

The Transit Operator provides transportation services to citizens. The ideal candidate for the role ... bus The geography and street layout of the City of Glendale and of the valley-wide transit service ...

City of Las Cruces, NM

Transit Operator I

Las Cruces, NM · On-site

$16.76/hr

FIRST CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO CURRENT CITY EMPLOYEES WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ... Collects and accounts for accurate fare collection; collects and gathers bus fares and tokens from ...

City of Las Cruces

Transit Operator I

Las Cruces, NM · On-site

$16.76/hr

FIRST CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO CURRENT CITY EMPLOYEES WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ... Collects and accounts for accurate fare collection; collects and gathers bus fares and tokens from ...

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How much do city bus transit operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for city bus transit operator in the United States is $22.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between City Bus Transit Operator vs School Bus Driver?

AspectCity Bus Transit OperatorSchool Bus Driver
Required CredentialsCommercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsementCDL with school bus endorsement
Work EnvironmentUrban or suburban streets, public transit systemsSchool zones, residential areas, school campuses
Employer & IndustryPublic transit agencies, transportation authoritiesSchool districts, private or public schools

Both roles require a CDL with passenger endorsements and involve transporting passengers in different settings. City Bus Transit Operators typically work in urban transit systems serving the public, while School Bus Drivers focus on safely transporting students to and from school. The main differences lie in the work environment and specific endorsements needed, but both roles are essential for community transportation services.

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Infographic showing various City Bus Transit Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 59% Full Time, 38% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,614 per year, or $22.4 per hour.

Transit Operator I

Johnson City, TN • On-site

City of Johnson City
Public Administration • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$19.72/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

The City of Johnson City is accepting applications for a Transit Operator I position. The employee performs entry level semiskilled work operating a mass transit vehicle, collecting fares and overseeing the safety of passengers. The Transit Operator I operates a City passenger bus following a specific schedule and route as a relief or temporary driver. Demand-response service is provided which includes working on Saturdays. An employee in this class is under direct supervision of a trainer and/or transit supervisor. An operator is responsible for obtaining maintenance and repair work, and for making daily reports of distances travelled, passengers carried and fares collected. The work is also reviewed through the safe and satisfactory operation of the vehicle and is performed on a shift basis. The work involves driving one type of service daily.Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: General knowledge of the principles and practices of bus operations; general knowledge of City and State regulations and laws pertaining to the operation of buses; general knowledge of driving courtesy and safety; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; ability to establish and maintain good public relations; and integrity. Corrected eyesight of 20/40. Good hand and eye coordination. Upper body strength to operate large vehicles (i.e. school bus, transit bus). Ability to learn traffic patterns and streets. Prolonged periods of sitting and driving.Acceptable Experience and Training: Completion of high school or GED and some experience in driving a bus or equivalent vehicle; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. A CDL A, B, or C with Passenger endorsement is required and training is provided. Pre-employment DOT physical, drug screening, background check and motor vehicle record check required.EEO/AA This is a Safety Sensitive position subject to pre-employment, random and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as allowed by law.
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