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Butler County Regional Transit Authority

OH · On-site

$20 - $24.60/hr

Butler County Regional Transit Authority welcomes employees who need a new passion! We have a new fleet with regular replacement schedules. We respect our employees' time. We help our neighbors get ...

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Program Manager

Concord, NC · On-site

$103K - $170K/yr

As Program Manager for the Southeast Region, you will steer the delivery of next-generation automated fare collection (AFC) and transit payment ecosystems for major public transit agencies, primarily ...

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How much do regional transit jobs pay per week?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average weekly pay for regional transit in the United States is $1,459.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,250.00 and $1,625.00 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Regional Transit worker?

A Regional Transit worker is an employee who helps operate and maintain public transportation systems that serve a specific geographic region, such as buses, light rail, or commuter trains. Their roles can include driving vehicles, assisting passengers, providing customer service, maintaining vehicles, and ensuring safety. Regional Transit workers play a crucial role in keeping communities connected, improving mobility, and supporting environmentally friendly transportation options.

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

To thrive as a Regional Transit Manager, you need expertise in transportation planning, operations management, and a degree in urban planning, public administration, or a related field. Familiarity with transit scheduling software, GIS mapping tools, and relevant transportation regulations or certifications is often required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills help in coordinating teams and addressing community needs. These competencies ensure efficient transit operations, regulatory compliance, and improved service for the public.

What is the difference between Regional Transit vs Bus Driver?

AspectRegional TransitBus Driver
Required CredentialsCommercial Driver's License (CDL), sometimes additional certificationsCDL often required, with passenger endorsement
Work EnvironmentOperates on regional routes, may involve longer distances and schedulesOperates on specific routes within cities or towns, often shorter shifts
Employer & Industry UsagePublic transit agencies, regional transportation authoritiesPublic transit agencies, private bus companies
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Regional Transit roles focus on operating buses over larger regional routes, often requiring additional certifications and involving longer-distance travel. Bus Drivers typically operate within city limits on shorter routes, with similar licensing requirements. Both roles are essential in public transportation, but they differ mainly in scope and work environment.

How does a Regional Transit professional typically collaborate with local governments and community stakeholders?

Regional Transit professionals often work closely with local governments, city planners, and community organizations to ensure transit services align with regional needs. This involves attending planning meetings, gathering feedback from public forums, and coordinating with various agencies to implement service changes or expansions. Effective communication and relationship-building are key, as the role requires balancing community interests with operational and budgetary constraints. Collaboration is ongoing, and professionals regularly update stakeholders on project progress and service performance.
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Infographic showing various Regional Transit job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,877 per year, or $36.5 per hour.
BCRTA Vehicle Operators - CDL

BCRTA Vehicle Operators - CDL

Butler County Regional Transit Authority

OH • On-site

$20 - $24.60/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Want to make an impact in your community and collect a paycheck?          

Need a new career path with a future?

Love to drive?
Butler County Regional Transit Authority welcomes employees who need a new passion! We have a new fleet with regular replacement schedules. We respect our employees’ time. We help our neighbors get around. We meet new people. We work all over Butler County. We drive … and we need YOU!

Our drivers work out of our Butler County, Ohio offices in Hamilton, Middletown, or Oxford. All our driving positions start at $20.00 per hour with annual merit-based raises. Already have transit experience or passenger transportation experience? With verified proof of employment within the last 10 years, your starting pay could be as high as $24.60 per hour!

We provide paid training and a 14% retirement match. Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits, short-term disability, life insurance, and up to 29 paid days off during their first year.

This position is part-time employment and is not eligible for employer-sponsored health insurance or other full-time employee benefits.

You will drive our 35' coaches and 25-passenger cutaways. Our drivers work anywhere from 35 to 40+ hours per week with paid training. We operate up to 23 hours per day, Monday through Sunday. We have a schedule for you!

You’ll be responsible for:

  • Safely operating a vehicle without distractions
  • Taking amazing care of our passengers
  • Working without a supervisor over your shoulder
  • Following directions and enforcing rules

You Must:

  • Learn to work with technology, like tablets, apps and the interwebs.  Don’t worry, we’ll teach you.  You just have to be willing!
  • Be on time
  • Pass a DOT drug screen
  • Pass a DOT physical
  • Pass a state and national background check
  • Have a clean driving record (less than 4 points)
  • Class A or B CDL with passenger endorsement is required.​​  ​​​​

About Butler County RTA

BCRTA is a political subdivision of the State of Ohio organized as a Regional Transit Authority under Ohio code. BCRTA acts as the designated recipient for Federal Transit Funds and provides public transportation services within and around Butler County, Ohio including Hamilton, Middletown, Fairfield, West Chester, Oxford, and Miami University. The BCRTA employs or directs around 120 transit employees and manages an annual budget over $7M. BCRTA is governed by a nine-member Board of Trustees.

BCRTA is a public transit agency dedicated to support Butler County’s quality of life and economic development through public transportation solutions.

Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes inclusion, diversity, cooperation, problem-solving, teamwork, independence and ingenuity.

BCRTA benefits now include medical, dental, vision, life insurance and short-term disability coverage in addition to generous paid time off, 14% retirement match in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS), opportunities for advancement, and professional development.  

*Hiring is through our main office in Hamilton, Ohio. 

Applications are public records and will only be reviewed once for each position. Applicants must submit a separate application for each position of interest. BCRTA applications do not represent a contract of employment.

"BCRTA states as its policy a commitment to provide equal opportunity to all persons in matters affecting all employment processes (including but not limited to recruitment or recruitment advertising, hiring, upgrading, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay, or other forms of compensation) without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, or veterans status.

Further, BCRTA is committed to complying with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act and prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. BCRTA will make accommodations that are reasonable and not unduly burdensome to enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to participate in the employment process and perform essential job functions. "

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