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Lincoln County, OR

Transit Driver

Newport, OR · On-site

$21.22/hr

Do you love to drive and have a current CDL (A OR B) with a passenger endorsement and Medical ... go, you could be just who we are looking for! Be a part of our dedicated Lincoln County Transit ...

Lincoln County

Transit Driver

Newport, OR

$21.22/hr

Do you love to drive and have a current CDL (A OR B) with a passenger endorsement and Medical ... go, you could be just who we are looking for. Be a part of our dedicated Lincoln County Transit ...

Lincoln County

Transit Driver PTNB

Newport, OR · On-site

$22.08/hr

Do you love to drive and have a current CDL (A OR B) with a passenger endorsement and Medical ... go, you could be just who we are looking for. Be a part of our dedicated Lincoln County Transit ...

Lincoln County, OR

Transit Driver PTNB

Newport, OR · On-site

$22.08/hr

Do you love to drive and have a current CDL (A OR B) with a passenger endorsement and Medical ... go, you could be just who we are looking for! Be a part of our dedicated Lincoln County Transit ...

City of Casper

Transit Bus Driver

Casper, WY

$46K - $62K/yr

... to go. The City of Casper is hiring a Bus Driver to safely transport passengers and provide ... Receives direction from Transit Supervisor or higher-level management staff. This position is ...

Tuskegee University

$15.75 - $21.50/hr

To submit the Posting to Human Resources, you must go to the Posting Summary Page by clicking on ... Position Information Position Title Transit Driver Class B CDL (w/ passenger "P" endorsement ...

City of Casper, WY

Transit Bus Driver

Casper, WY · On-site

$46K - $62K/yr

Transit (641) Opening Date: 05/11/2026 Closing Date: Continuous Class Summary Drive Your Career ... to go? The City of Casper is hiring a Bus Driver to safely transport passengers and provide ...

Freebee

Islamorada Driver/Ambassador

Islamorada, FL · On-site

$16 - $20.50/hr

All of our drivers use our electric vehicles. Which means that you'll never have to pay for gas ... They'll give advice to tourists looking for places to go. They'll help students without cars to get ...

Freebee

Islamorada Driver/Ambassador

Islamorada, FL · On-site

$14/hr

All of our drivers use our electric vehicles. Which means that you'll never have to pay for gas ... They'll give advice to tourists looking for places to go. They'll help students without cars to get ...

Freebee

Mid Beach Driver/Ambassador

Miami Beach, FL · On-site

$16.46/hr

All of our drivers use our electric vehicles. Which means that you'll never have to pay for gas ... They'll give advice to tourists looking for places to go. They'll take exceptional care of ...

Merced Chevrolet

Open Positions

Merced, CA · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

To apply, go to chevrolet.hrdrivehiring.com/ Merced Chevrolet is an equal opportunity employer and ... Driver's License (Required) Work authorization: * United States (Required)

Glander Transit

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Quad Axle Drivers

Juneau, WI · On-site

$28 - $30/hr

Company Description Glander Transit is a smaller Family-oriented company. We are local ... Looking for positive-thinking employees, who like to be home every night, come to work clean and go ...

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How much do go transit driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for go transit driver in the United States is $18.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Go Transit Driver vs Bus Driver?

AspectGo Transit DriverBus Driver
CredentialsCommercial Driver’s License (CDL), specialized training for transit systemsCommercial Driver’s License (CDL), passenger endorsement
Work EnvironmentPublic transit buses, fixed routes within regionsCity or intercity buses, various routes and schedules
Employer & IndustryGo Transit, regional transit authoritiesPublic transit agencies, private bus companies

Both Go Transit Drivers and Bus Drivers operate transit vehicles and require a CDL with passenger endorsements. However, Go Transit Drivers typically work for regional transit systems with fixed routes within specific areas, while Bus Drivers may work for city or intercity services with more varied routes. The roles share similar credentials and work environments but differ mainly in scope and employer.

What are Go Transit Drivers?

Go Transit Drivers are professional operators responsible for driving GO Transit buses and trains in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area. They ensure the safe and timely transportation of passengers to various destinations while adhering to schedules and safety regulations. Their duties also include providing customer service, assisting passengers, and performing pre-trip inspections of their vehicles. Go Transit Drivers play a key role in maintaining reliable and efficient public transportation services.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a GO Transit Driver, and why are they important?

To thrive as a GO Transit Driver, you need a valid commercial driver’s license (typically a B or CZ class), a clean driving record, and thorough knowledge of transportation regulations. Familiarity with transit management systems, GPS navigation, and fare collection devices is typically required. Strong customer service skills, patience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure help drivers manage passenger interactions and stressful situations. These skills and qualities are crucial to ensure passenger safety, reliable service, and positive rider experiences.

What are some common challenges Go Transit Drivers face during their shifts, and how are they supported in handling them?

Go Transit Drivers often encounter challenges such as navigating heavy traffic, adhering to strict schedules, and ensuring passenger safety and comfort. They may also deal with unexpected situations like route changes, weather disruptions, or passenger concerns. To support drivers, Go Transit provides comprehensive training, real-time communication with dispatch, and access to resources for stress management and conflict resolution. Teamwork between drivers, supervisors, and maintenance staff helps ensure that any issues are addressed promptly to maintain a smooth and safe transit experience.
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Infographic showing various Go Transit Driver job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,487 per year, or $18.5 per hour.

Transit Driver

Lincoln County, OR

Newport, OR • On-site

$21.22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Salary: $21.22 Hourly
Location : Transit: 410 NE Harney Street, Newport, OR, OR
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-47 (009)
Department: Transit District
Opening Date: 05/28/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Summary
Lincoln County Transit is geared to enabling the public with an inexpensive and convenient transportation in Lincoln County. We provide transportation to every major city within the county, including transportation for disabled persons and senior citizens. Transit operates 20 buses and provides approximately 280,000 rides per year. Last year, its buses traveled more than 520,000 miles. To continue to serve our public, we are looking for dedicated driver to fulfill our community's locally desired service for the Coast to Valley route operating Sunday-Wednesday. This is a 36 hour position.
Do you love to drive and have a current CDL (A OR B) with a passenger endorsement and Medical Certification? We are looking for a Transit Driver who is a customer service minded individual and who can operate an 8 to 35 passenger bus in a manner that provides safe, courteous, reliable, and efficient passenger transportation. If you like driving, love our beautiful Lincoln County and our scenic landscape, and want to help people get to where they need to go, you could be just who we are looking for! Be a part of our dedicated Lincoln County Transit team as our Coast to Valley Driver!
**This position will work Sunday through Wednesday for 36 hours a week as its regular hours but schedule changes may occur at times. **
Minimum Requirements
  • Highschool Diploma / GED
  • One year transit or similar driving experience with multiple passengers.
  • Must possess a valid Oregon class A or B commercial driver's license with a passenger endorsement and have a current DOT medical examiner's certificate.
  • Ability to pass a drug screening

Job Conditions: This is a safety sensitive position and requires pre-employment and random drug testing mandated by the Federal Transit Administration. Varied shifts; must be willing to work early morning and late evening shifts, weekdays, and weekends. Work is typically in a sitting position while driving a vehicle. Subject to adverse weather and traffic conditions, exhaust fumes, equipment noises, diesel, and gasoline fuel. Subject to exposure and close contact with verbally and/or physically abusive individuals.
Work Location: Lincoln County
Travel: Routes start in various locations. Employee responsibility to report to start of route location or where bus is stationed.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • Sit in a transit vehicle for extended periods while working 8 to 10-hour shifts.
  • Use arms, wrists, and hands to turn steering wheel of transit vehicle.
  • Use legs to apply pressure for braking of transit vehicle.
  • Adjust transit vehicle seats and mirrors to gain necessary line of vision to maneuver vehicle safely.
  • Maneuver approximately 600 pounds (passenger in a wheeled mobility device).
  • Maintain full and complete use of all limbs to operate vehicle controls.
  • Climb, stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch and kneel to inspect vehicle or assist passengers.
  • Push pull or maneuver carts, strollers, wheeled mobility devices.
  • Lift approximately 50 pounds or more.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

ADA COMPLIANCE:
Physical capability to handle high mobility demands and complex personal interactions.
  • Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light to heavy work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate to heavy weight (20-50 pounds).
  • Sensory Requirements: Most tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Most tasks require oral communications ability. Most tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds.
  • Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Lincoln County is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and essential functions expected of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
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Lincoln County offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision which is paid at 90% by the County and 10% by the employee. Other fully paid benefits include life, AD&D, long-term disability insurance. Other optional insurances are available. A 401K retirement plan is also provided. The County's current contribution rate is 11%.
Regular and Trial Service employees working between 20 - 39 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible for pro-rated employee benefits.
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DO YOU HAVE A VALID OREGON COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSE (CDL) WITH A MEDICAL CERTIFICATE?
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DO YOU HAVE A PASSENGER ENDORSEMENT?
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