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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 ... Our drivers annual pay ranges from $90K to over $110K! Component Pay: Pay per day and per trip ...

River Valley Transit

Driver CDL

Middletown, CT · On-site

Join River Valley Transit: Make a Difference in Middlesex County! Are you looking for a career ... Class B CDL with passenger endorsement and F endorsement required for full-time Bus Operators.

Estuary Transit District

Driver CDL

Centerbrook, CT · On-site

Estuary Transit District, operating asRiver Valley Transit, is the vital link connecting Middlesex County residents. We provide nearly400,000 essential trips annually, ensuring access to jobs ...

River Valley Transit

Driver CDL

Centerbrook, CT

Join River Valley Transit: Make a Difference in Middlesex County! Are you looking for a career ... Class B CDL with passenger endorsement and F endorsement required for full-time Bus Operators.

River Valley Transit

Driver CDL

Centerbrook, CT · On-site

$24.50/hr

Join River Valley Transit: Make a Difference in Middlesex County! Are you looking for a career ... Class B CDL with passenger endorsement and F endorsement required for full-time Bus Operators.

River Valley Transit

Driver Non-CDL

Centerbrook, CT · On-site

$22.50/hr

Estuary Transit District provides public transportation to Middlesex County in Connecticut under ... No CDL license required, just an endorsement (F, S, V or A), which is easy to obtain. Details are ...

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How much do transit drivers jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for transit drivers in Connecticut is $17.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.53 and $19.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are transit drivers?

Transit drivers are professionals responsible for operating vehicles that transport passengers along designated routes within a city or region. This includes driving buses, streetcars, or trolleys, ensuring passenger safety, adhering to schedules, and providing customer service. Transit drivers must follow traffic laws, assist passengers with special needs, and handle fare collection or ticket validation. Their role is crucial in maintaining reliable public transportation and helping communities stay connected.

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

To thrive as a Transit Driver, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), a clean driving record, and knowledge of traffic laws and safety regulations. Familiarity with route scheduling systems, fare collection devices, and basic vehicle inspection tools is typically required. Excellent customer service, patience, and stress management are vital soft skills for interacting with passengers and handling challenging situations on the road. These skills and qualifications ensure safe, efficient, and courteous transportation services for the public.

What are some common challenges transit drivers face during their shifts, and how are they typically addressed?

Transit drivers often encounter challenges such as managing tight schedules, dealing with unpredictable traffic conditions, and ensuring passenger safety and satisfaction. They may also face difficult weather or road conditions, and occasionally handle conflicts or emergencies on board. Transit agencies typically provide comprehensive training, ongoing support, and clear protocols to help drivers handle these situations effectively. Additionally, drivers usually have access to dispatch teams and communication systems for real-time assistance during their routes.

What is the difference between Transit Drivers vs Bus Drivers?

AspectTransit DriversBus Drivers
CredentialsCommercial Driver's License (CDL)Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Work EnvironmentPublic transit systems, urban routesSchool buses, charter, or public transit
Employer & IndustryPublic transit agencies, governmentSchool districts, private companies, transit agencies
Common Search IntentTransit routes, city transportationSchool transportation, private charters

Transit Drivers and Bus Drivers both require a CDL and operate vehicles in public or private transportation settings. Transit Drivers typically work for city transit agencies, focusing on urban routes, while Bus Drivers may work for schools or private companies. The roles overlap in credentials and work environment, but their specific routes and employer types differ.

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Infographic showing various Transit Drivers job openings in Connecticut as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 60% Full Time, 36% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,612 per year, or $17.6 per hour.
Transit Driver

Transit Driver

Gordon Food Service

Uncasville, CT • On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 18 days ago

Gordon Food Service rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 208 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

199th of 358 rated logistics

Job description

Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...

90CDL ATransitDriver - Doubles Endorsement Required

Location: 852 Voluntown Road, Jewett City CT

Do you have a passion for driving? Are you looking for more home time? Picture yourself as atransitdriver with Gordon Food Service! In this position, you will betransporting loaded and empty trailers, singles or doubles, from GFS Distribution Centers or from point-to-point via night transit.Nightshifts mean you'll be home every day, and there's not touch freight required. Feel safe and secure at a company that values and respects you. Newly licensed drivers are encouraged to apply!

Schedule:Sunday - Thursday Start time between 6:30p-7:30pm & work until finished

Pay:Our drivers annual pay ranges from $90K to over $110K!

Component Pay: Pay per day and per trip

Total Rewards at GFS

  • Affordablebenefitsplansstart day one!

  • Weekly pay

  • Wellness reimbursement

  • Profit sharing & 401(k) with company match

  • 95% of leadership is hired from within GFS - start your career here!

Does this look like you?

  • At least 21 years of age

  • Class A CDL License at hire

  • Minimum of 2 years driving experience with your class A

  • Doubles (T) endorsement required

  • Must be able to push and pull up to 50lbs (connecting trailers)

  • Must be able to read, write and communicate in English (to read labels, pick lists, scanners, signage, company website information related to benefits, updates, complete paperwork and follow verbal instructions)

  • Successfully pass a drug test that will assess drug usage (including marijuana) and a background check

  • Clean driving record; as required by DOT and Gordon Food Service standards

  • You must be registered through the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse and provide electronic consent in order to be considered for employment with us effective January 6th, 2020.

Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply

BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!

Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line.

All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.

Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.

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About Gordon Food Service

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Since our 1897 founding, Gordon Food Service has grown to become the largest family-managed broadline foodservice distribution company in North America. While we've been growing pretty much continuously over these 125 years, we've remained consistent at the core of what and who we are: passionately committed to customers and employees. Being part of Gordon Food Service means being part of something important, something bigger than oneself.We take care of you as if you were part of our family by providing benefits that give choice and flexibility for what matters most to you. We aim to deliver a competitive package that not only supports you but also your family. Full-time employees are provided benefit options to support work-life and your need to take care of yourself and those close to you, including paid time off, 401k with company match, profit sharing, tuition reimbursement for you and the whole family, and more!We feel the culture when we work together, and when we serve together. As a team, we tackle our challenges, celebrate our successes, and have fun on the journey. Be part of it.

Industry

Food and beverage wholesalers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Wyoming, MI, US

Year founded

1897

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