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RATP DEV USA

Transit Driver

Ocala, FL · On-site

$17.50/hr

Description Transit Bus Driver for RATP Dev USA at the SunTran location You don't have to worry if you've never driven a Transit Bus before. RATP Dev USA will teach and pay you while you train! Do ...

Lincoln County, OR

Transit Driver

Newport, OR · On-site

$21.22/hr

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 ...

Mike's Bikes

Transit Driver

Novato, CA

$21 - $22/hr

As the Transit Driver, you will drive our 26' box truck between the Distribution Center and our retail locations and load/unload items at each location. You will safely and efficiently deliver ...

Lincoln County

Transit Driver

Newport, OR

$21.22/hr

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 ...

Mike's Bikes

Transit Driver

Novato, CA

$21 - $22/hr

As the Transit Driver, you will drive our 26' box truck between the Distribution Center and our retail locations and load/unload items at each location. You will safely and efficiently deliver ...

SCHMITTY & SONS HOLDING INC

Transit Driver

Burnsville, MN · On-site

$27 - $30/hr

Transit Bus Driver Safe environment, flexible schedule and fun team! Full time and part-time positions available. Our terminal is located in Burnsville. Our routes are local routes in Bloomington ...

Schmitty & Sons

Transit Driver

Burnsville, MN · On-site

$27 - $30/hr

Transit Bus Driver Safe environment, flexible schedule and fun team! Full time and part-time positions available. Our terminal is located in Burnsville. Our routes are local routes in Bloomington ...

Citrus County, FL

Transit Driver

Lecanto, FL · On-site

$19.15/hr

Continuous General Description The Transit Driver provides safe and timely operation of the Citrus County Transit vehicles. Observes all state and local traffic laws and all safety rules and adheres ...

City of Muscatine

Transit Driver

Muscatine, IA · On-site

$20.04/hr

Current possession of CDL is preferred. * Ability to maintain the license throughout period of employment. Must be insurable by City's insurance carrier. MuscaBus provides public transit services ...

City of Manitowoc

Transit Driver-Part-Time

Manitowoc, WI · On-site

$16.75 - $20.75/hr

Transit Driver The Transit Driver's responsibility is to provide safe, efficient, and effective transportation to the general public in an accommodating and pleasant manner. The Transit Driver ...

City of Joplin, MO

Transit Driver III -Full Time

Joplin, MO · On-site

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

Salary: 17.890 per hour Transit Driver III Public Works Department - MAPS Divisions Full-time position available. Requires successful post-offer completion of a background investigation, physical ...

City of Joplin, MO

Transit Driver III- Part Time

Joplin, MO · On-site

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

Salary: 17.890 per hour Transit Driver III Public Works Department - MAPS Divisions Part-time position available. Requires successful post-offer completion of a background investigation, physical ...

North Central Regional Transit District

$20.82 - $22.32/hr

... CDL licensed duties, in the operation of assigned North Central Regional Transit District transport and passenger vehicles as needed to travel assigned fixed and "demand" service routes; and ...

Stanly County

Transit Driver

Albemarle, NC · On-site

$29K - $47K/yr

Work includes driving and operating transit vehicles on an assigned route schedules that may vary ... Preference given for a CDL endorsement with passenger assistant.

Frederick County, MD

Transit Driver

Frederick, MD · On-site

$24.80 - $42.17/hr

Transit - Frederick, MD Job Type: Full-time Regular Job Number: FY25-00661 Department: Transit ... Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges * Ability to satisfy all Department of ...

Stanly County, NC

Transit Driver

Albemarle, NC · On-site

$16.20/hr

Work includes driving and operating transit vehicles on an assigned route schedules that may vary ... A valid North Carolina driver's license and maintained a clean driving record for the past three ...

Gordon Food Service

Transit Driver

Uncasville, CT · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

There's a seat at our table for you... 90CDL A Transit Driver - Doubles Endorsement Required Location : 852 Voluntown Road, Jewett City CT Do you have a passion for driving? Are you looking for more ...

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Transit Driver

Transit Driver

RATP DEV USA

Ocala, FL • On-site

$17.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

RATP Dev USA rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

63rd of 76 rated public transport

Job description

Description
Transit Bus Driver for RATP Dev USA at the SunTran location
You don't have to worry if you've never driven a Transit Bus before. RATP Dev USA will teach and pay you while you train!
Do you like meeting new people, are you outgoing, service-oriented, friendly and enjoy helping customers? Are you open to new ideas and embrace continuous improvement? If this describes you, apply today to become one of SunTran's professional Bus Driver! Bus Operators transport customers and assist them with important travel decisions.
SunTran offers great health and pension benefits, an 8-week paid training program, professional development and growth opportunities. Grow your career with an organization that cultivates employees' potential and operates with integrity. SunTran is a great place to work!
Must have a CDL A or B with a passenger endorsement
Benefits:
  • Part Time 25-30 hours weekly
  • Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays.
  • Company medical, dental and vision plan for you and your family available.
  • Company pension plan and other benefits

Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Safely operate all models of transit buses.
  • Transport customers and assists them in making important travel decisions.
  • Maintain a clean and professional demeanor and appearance.
  • Support customers with travel related questions and issues.
  • Follow an assigned route, collect and report passenger fares and ridership in an accurate, honest manner.
  • Assist customers using wheelchairs or other mobility devices.
  • Communicate with team members, complete written reports and forms.
  • Adhere to all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and guidelines.
  • Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections, noting any mechanical failures on an Operator Daily Report Sheet/Bus Log Sheet.
  • Adhere to fixed route procedures, including making verbal announcement of major intersections along the designated route.
  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILL SET AND EXPERIENCE
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Excellent customer service experience
  • Excellent driving record, must have a CDL A or B, Airbrakes & Passenger Endorsement
  • Availability to work varying shifts, hours, days, and locations.
  • Must be able to pass annual physical examination and alcohol/drug test.
  • Must be knowledgeable of the Ocala street network.
  • Must maintain at least a satisfactory level on work performance evaluations. Should have a special sensitivity for the needs of the transit dependent, elderly and disabled.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Sitting, walking, standing, bending neck (up and down), twisting neck (side to side), twisting and bending waist (forward or sideways), squatting (similar to the bowling position), climbing, kneeling (to bend on one knee), simple grasping, controlled grasping, power grasping, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling, reaching above/below/at shoulder height and lifting/carrying 0 - 30 pounds.
SALARY STRUCTURE
Bus Operator (With CDL) $17.00
Apply online at https://www.ratpdevusa.com/careers Online applications must include past work history. Application must be fully completed to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application.
Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. SunTran does not sponsor H-1B or other related work visas.
SunTran is An Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace
Successful candidate must pass agency pre-employment drug testing as well as Department of Transportation (DOT) physical, drug tests.
This job information is not intended to be a complete listing of all the job duties required of this position, but to provide information on the general scope of the position
Job Type: Full-time
Education:
  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:
  • Commercial Driving: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Driving: 1 year (Preferred)

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