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MARTA is hosting a public hiring event on August 20, 2026, where we will be conducting interviews for some of our available positions including Bus operator. If you have already interviewed at one of our previous career fairs, please check your emails for any updates.
Information regarding upcoming career Fair:
MARTA Career Fair: (CDL/CDL Permit Holders ONLY)
Date: August 20, 2026.
Time: 1PM - 4PM
Location: MARTA headquarters (2424 Piedmont Road NE Atlanta GA 30324)
Dress Code: Business Professional/ Casual (Strictly enforced)
Please see the link to register - https://forms.office.com/g/BbnKQEwtHq
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or equivalent, must be 21 years of age, must possess knowledge of, or the ability to learn to evaluate its general operation condition, must possess knowledge of, or the ability to learn the motor vehicle code for the State of Georgia, exceptional customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse members of the public are essential. At least one year of direct customer service and/or prior commercial bus, taxi or limousine driving experience is preferred.
INTERVIEW SELECTION PROCESS: The selection process may include one or more components to demonstrate applicants' knowledge, skills, and abilities in job related areas. These may include exercises such as practical demonstrations, written communications, oral interviews and/or competency assessments.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
1. Drives and operates a commercial passenger bus, transporting passengers to and from scheduled stops, announcing major stops, transfer points, other announcements as requested/required. Collects proper fares and validates passes and identification cards, utilizing electronic fare registering and collection equipment. Exercises reasonable care in the handling of funds and other valuables, to include proper reporting of lost articles. Courteously provide schedule, route, and fare information to passengers seeking assistance.
2. Assists disabled passengers in boarding, riding, and alighting in a safe manner. Operates wheelchair lifts or scooters and secure equipment of affected passengers in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
3. Maintains, supports, and promotes a safe work environment at all times. Conducts routine bus inspections of assigned vehicle before and after daily run (pre-trip and post trip inspections) in conformance with all applicable safety and operation procedures. Documents inspection findings. Promptly engages Bus Operations Control Center (BCC) MARTA Police in cases of passenger unruly conduct and/or any threat to passenger or safety of self.
4. Prepares and submits accident and incident reports in a timely manner utilizing proper forms and in accordance with established guidelines.
5. Uses Bus phone and logs into the Automated Vehicle Locator (AVL) to communicate with equipment failures, schedule delays, hazardous or dangerous conditions along bus route and passenger loading zones, to include such hazards as unusual traffic, road conditions, obstructions, construction, potential criminal activity, etc.
6. Performs other assigned tasks as requested.
(These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive, and do not include marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of the essential job functions.)
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• CDL Holders (Required): A current valid State of Georgia issued CDL license [Class A or B with a Passenger ("P") endorsement]
• CDL Permit Holders (Required): A current valid State of Georgia issued Commercial Driver Learner's (CDL) Permit (Class A or B with a "P" endorsement) is required. Individuals hired with a valid State of Georgia issued Commercial Driver Learner's Permit, must obtain a valid State of Georgia issued Commercial Driver's License (Class A or B with a Passenger endorsement within the allotted three (3) weeks of the Bus Operator Candidate's Training Program.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• A maximum of one (1) moving violation with a maximum of three (3) points on Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) within a 24-month period.
• No DUI violations within the last 5 years.
• Dependable transportation to report to work

MARTA is a Drug Free Workplace. Participation in MARTA's Drug & Alcohol Program is a condition of employment. Failure to adhere to MARTA's Drug & Alcohol Program will result in termination. Every MARTA employee is responsible for reading and observing the requirements of the Drug & Alcohol policy. This position has been identified as SAFETY SENSITIVE.
MARTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Classification - Represented
Salary - $21.22