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City of Johnson City

Transit Operator I

Johnson City, TN · On-site

$19.15/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

$19.15/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.

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary driver in Tennessee is $17.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.08 and $18.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Temporary Driver job involves transporting goods, passengers, or materials for a company on a short-term basis. These roles may be needed to cover employee absences, seasonal demand, or special projects. Temporary drivers must have a valid driver's license, follow safety regulations, and adhere to company policies. The job duration can vary from a few days to several months, depending on the employer's needs.

What does a typical workday look like for a temporary driver?

As a Temporary Driver, your day typically begins by checking your vehicle, reviewing routes, and ensuring all necessary deliveries or pick-ups are scheduled. You’ll spend most of your time driving to different locations, loading or unloading goods, and sometimes interacting with clients or vendors. Flexibility is important, as routes and assignments can vary daily based on company needs. Although you may work independently for much of the day, you’ll often coordinate with dispatchers, warehouse teams, and customer service staff to ensure smooth operations.

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To thrive as a Temporary Driver, you need a valid driver’s license, a strong driving record, and knowledge of local roads and safety regulations. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, vehicle inspection checklists, and sometimes handheld delivery devices is often required. Strong time management, reliability, and customer service skills set top candidates apart in this role. These abilities are necessary to ensure timely deliveries, safe vehicle operation, and positive client or team interactions.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Driver job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,393 per year, or $17 per hour.

Driver - Knoxville Airport - Full Time Temp

Enterprise Holdings

Alcoa, TN • On-site

$15/hr

Temporary

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Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 267 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

113th of 175 rated vehicle equipment hire

Job description

Overview

The Enterprise brand of Enterprise Mobility has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Temporary Driver. This position pays $15 / hour and is located in the McGhee Tyson Airport - 2010 Airport Hotel Drive, Alcoa, TN 37701.

This is a temporary position with employment lasting up to 90 days of service. 

 

The schedules available are:

  • Thursday-Monday: 6:00am-2:30pm, 8:00am-4:30pm, 10:00am-6:30pm, 12:00pm-8:30pm, 2:00pm-10:30pm  
  • Sunday-Thursday: 6:00am-2:30pm, 8:00am-4:30pm, 10:00am-6:30pm, 12:00pm-8:30pm, 2:00pm-10:30pm
  • Tuesday-Saturday: 6:00am-2:30pm, 8:00am-4:30pm, 10:00am-6:30pm, 12:00pm-8:30pm, 2:00pm-10:30pm 

The lot driver is responsible for moving and positioning vehicles to various designated locations between our properties for servicing, transport and/or rental. A lot driver will perform all daily responsibilities with a focus on the needs to have vehicles ready for customers in accordance with our high-quality standards.

Enterprise Mobility is a leading provider of mobility solutions, owning and operating the Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National Car Rental and Alamo Rent A Car brands through its integrated global network of independent regional subsidiaries. Enterprise Mobility and its affiliates offer extensive car rental, carsharing, truck rental, fleet management, retail car sales, as well as travel management and other transportation services, to make travel easier and more convenient for customers.  

Privately held by the Taylor family of St. Louis, Enterprise Mobility together with its affiliate Enterprise Fleet Management manages a diverse fleet of 2.4 million vehicles through a network of more than 9,500 fully-staffed neighborhood and airport rental locations in more than 90 countries and territories.

Responsibilities

Our Drivers are responsible for the transporting and shuttling of rental vehicles around and between our National/Alamo and Enterprise locations at our Airport location.

  • Drive the vehicles from return location to cleaning/servicing location
  • Drive serviced vehicles from cleaning location to ready line location and park for easy access by customers
  • Move vehicles to different areas of the lot or facility as needed and directed by management
  • Deliver vehicles to other Enterprise locations off Airport property as directed by management
  • Ride with or follow drivers to drop off vehicle(s) or pick up vehicle(s)
  • May need to communicate via 2-way radio or cellular phone
  • Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans

Qualifications
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Must have a valid driver's license with no more than 2 moving violations and/or at-fault accidents on driving record in the past 3 years
  • No drug or alcohol related conviction on driving record in the past 5 years
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future. 
  • Must be available for Temporary work (40 hours per week) lasting a maximum of 90 days. 
Employment Type: TEMPORARY

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