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Bus Operator - Neptune, NJ

Neptune City, NJ · On-site

$26/hr

At NJ TRANSIT, you will join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their ...

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Bus Driver (Hamilton, NJ)

Trenton, NJ · On-site

$37.14/hr

At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their ...

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BUS DRIVER (Paterson, NJ)

Paterson, NJ · On-site

$37.14/hr

At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their ...

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Customer Experience Specialist

Newark, NJ · On-site

$18.50 - $23.25/hr

At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations ...

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BUS DRIVER (Westwood, NJ)

Westwood, NJ · On-site

$37.14/hr

At NJ TRANSIT, you will join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their ...

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Bus Driver (Dover, NJ)

Dover, NJ · On-site

$26/hr

At NJ TRANSIT, you will join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their ...

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Do workers at NJ Transit get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
67% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Does NJ Transit pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
82% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

At NJ Transit, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
50% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.

Is the health insurance from NJ Transit affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
98% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get paid time off at NJ Transit?

Most people get paid time off work.
80% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Only some people find out their schedule four weeks ahead of time.
  • 63% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 37% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers at NJ Transit worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
82% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.

Do NJ Transit workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
63% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it for NJ Transit workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
59% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at NJ Transit?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
71% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do NJ Transit managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
87% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do jobs at NJ Transit spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
24% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at NJ Transit?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
81% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Is a NJ Transit job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
75% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and June 2026.

Is working at NJ Transit good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
50% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at NJ Transit feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
75% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at NJ Transit get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
41% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Is it stressful to work at NJ Transit?

Some people feel stressed out here.
63% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at NJ Transit enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
72% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at NJ Transit recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
48% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 69 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at NJ Transit?

Most people got enough training when they started.
68% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 63 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get support to advance at NJ Transit?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 43% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people think NJ Transit’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
90% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 63 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how NJ Transit is doing?

Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
67% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.
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B&B Mechanic/Vehicle Operator(CDL-A)

NJ TRANSIT

Wood Ridge, NJ • On-site

$34.40/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

NJ Transit rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 69 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

58th of 97 rated public transport

Job description

B&B Mechanic/Vehicle Operator(CDL-A)

Rail Mechanical Department

Job Description:

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time–and we're looking to hire talented folks with a commitment to excellence to make it all possible.

*Only candidates with a Class-A (CDL A) Driver's License and experience with masonry, steel, and/or carpentry experience will be considered

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Repair and construct a variety of structures including railings, doors, stairs roofs, walls, and ceilings

  • Deliver materials and pick-up heavy equipment and tools to areas as assigned

  • Mix concrete, mortar, pour and finish concrete

  • Install temporary supports to hold structures in place while decayed steel is removed

  • Rig steel for installation or removal

  • Perform light running repairs to assigned vehicles

  • Inspect vehicle daily for safety and damage

  • Maintain a safe work environment

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

  • Qualified candidates must be able to: demonstrate carpentry, steel, and masonry ability

  • work effectively under pressure and in all weather conditions

  • demonstrate ability to communicate well with others at all levels

  • understand and know standard construction policies

  • have mathematical and mechanical aptitude

  • read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals

  • successfully pass background, drug screening and physical

  • provide a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A) and clean 7-year driving history

  • possess a high school diploma or GED

Work Location:

  • Various – B&B Mechanics/Vehicle Operators must be willing and able to travel to any of our NJ Transit locations as required.

Rate of pay:

This is a unionized position. The pay rates are non-negotiable. The starting pay rate for this position is $34.40.

At NJ Transit, you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:

  • Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

  • Flexible Spending Account

  • Life Insurance

  • Paid Leave

  • Tuition Assistance

  • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan

  • Retirement Plans

NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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