Bus Operator
Columbus, OH · On-site
$30.06/hr
Schedules are based on seniority; new operators must be willing to work any shift and day or night ... COTA Bus Pass * Wellness Initiatives * On-Site Chair Massage * On-Site Health Coach * Tuition ...
Bus Operator
Columbus, OH · On-site
$30.06/hr
Schedules are based on seniority; new operators must be willing to work any shift and day or night ... COTA Bus Pass * Wellness Initiatives * On-Site Chair Massage * On-Site Health Coach * Tuition ...
Bus Operator
Columbus, OH · On-site
$40.08/hr
Schedules are based on seniority; new operators must be willing to work any shift and day or night ... Complete pre-trip checks, report mechanical issues promptly, and maintain a clean, reliable bus ...
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Bus Operator
Columbus, OH · On-site
$40.08/hr
Schedules are based on seniority; new operators must be willing to work any shift and day or night ... Complete pre-trip checks, report mechanical issues promptly, and maintain a clean, reliable bus ...
Bus Operator
Columbus, OH · On-site
$40.08/hr
Schedules are based on seniority; new operators must be willing to work any shift and day or night ... COTA Bus Pass * Wellness Initiatives * On-Site Chair Massage * On-Site Health Coach * Tuition ...
Bus Operator
Columbus, OH · On-site
$40.08/hr
Schedules are based on seniority; new operators must be willing to work any shift and day or night ... COTA Bus Pass * Wellness Initiatives * On-Site Chair Massage * On-Site Health Coach * Tuition ...
Intermittent-Bus Operator
Columbus, OH · On-site
$21.11 - $26/hr
As a Campus Bus Operator, you'll play a vital role in safely transporting students, faculty, and staff across our Columbus campus and medical center--seven days a week. Key Responsibilities:
Intermittent-Bus Operator
Columbus, OH · On-site
$21.11 - $26/hr
As a Campus Bus Operator, you'll play a vital role in safely transporting students, faculty, and staff across our Columbus campus and medical center--seven days a week. Key Responsibilities:
Intermittent-Bus Operator
$21.11 - $26/hr
As a Campus Bus Operator , you'll play a vital role in safely transporting students, faculty, and staff across our Columbus campus and medical center-seven days a week. Key Responsibilities:
Intermittent-Bus Operator
$21.11 - $26/hr
As a Campus Bus Operator , you'll play a vital role in safely transporting students, faculty, and staff across our Columbus campus and medical center-seven days a week. Key Responsibilities:
Intermittent-Bus Operator
Columbus, OH · On-site
$21.11 - $26/hr
As a Campus Bus Operator , you'll play a vital role in safely transporting students, faculty, and staff across our Columbus campus and medical center-seven days a week. Key Responsibilities:
Intermittent-Bus Operator
Columbus, OH · On-site
$21.11 - $26/hr
As a Campus Bus Operator , you'll play a vital role in safely transporting students, faculty, and staff across our Columbus campus and medical center-seven days a week. Key Responsibilities:
Bus Driver
$16 - $21.75/hr
Daily inspection of bus lights, tires, fluid levels, mirrors, doors and brakes to insure proper operating condition (state law). * Maintain records and prepare reports such as passenger counts, fuel ...
Bus Driver
$16 - $21.75/hr
Daily inspection of bus lights, tires, fluid levels, mirrors, doors and brakes to insure proper operating condition (state law). * Maintain records and prepare reports such as passenger counts, fuel ...
Bus Driver
Columbus, OH · On-site
$16 - $21.75/hr
Daily inspection of bus lights, tires, fluid levels, mirrors, doors and brakes to insure proper operating condition (state law). * Maintain records and prepare reports such as passenger counts, fuel ...
Bus Driver
Columbus, OH · On-site
$16 - $21.75/hr
Daily inspection of bus lights, tires, fluid levels, mirrors, doors and brakes to insure proper operating condition (state law). * Maintain records and prepare reports such as passenger counts, fuel ...
Bus Driver
Columbus, OH · On-site
$16 - $21.75/hr
Daily inspection of bus lights, tires, fluid levels, mirrors, doors and brakes to insure proper operating condition (state law). * Maintain records and prepare reports such as passenger counts, fuel ...
Bus Driver
Columbus, OH · On-site
$16 - $21.75/hr
Daily inspection of bus lights, tires, fluid levels, mirrors, doors and brakes to insure proper operating condition (state law). * Maintain records and prepare reports such as passenger counts, fuel ...
Bus Driver
Worthington, OH · On-site
$27.80 - $35.48/hr
Responsible for operating a school bus to transport students to and from their home and school as well as related activities according to Worthington School District, state, and federal guidelines.
Bus Driver
Worthington, OH · On-site
$27.80 - $35.48/hr
Responsible for operating a school bus to transport students to and from their home and school as well as related activities according to Worthington School District, state, and federal guidelines.
Bus Driver
$27.80 - $35.48/hr
Responsible for operating a school bus to transport students to and from their home and school as well as related activities according to Worthington School District, state, and federal guidelines.
Bus Driver
$27.80 - $35.48/hr
Responsible for operating a school bus to transport students to and from their home and school as well as related activities according to Worthington School District, state, and federal guidelines.
Bus Driver
$27.80 - $35.48/hr
Responsible for operating a school bus to transport students to and from their home and school as well as related activities according to Worthington School District, state, and federal guidelines.
Bus Driver
$27.80 - $35.48/hr
Responsible for operating a school bus to transport students to and from their home and school as well as related activities according to Worthington School District, state, and federal guidelines.
Bus Driver
$27.80 - $35.48/hr
Responsible for operating a school bus to transport students to and from their home and school as well as related activities according to Worthington School District, state, and federal guidelines.
Bus Driver
$27.80 - $35.48/hr
Responsible for operating a school bus to transport students to and from their home and school as well as related activities according to Worthington School District, state, and federal guidelines.
Bus Driver
Carroll, OH · On-site
$15.75 - $21.50/hr
Motor Vehicle Operator's (DMV) License. * Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL), class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsement. Education: * High School Diploma or GED Experience:
Bus Driver
Carroll, OH · On-site
$15.75 - $21.50/hr
Motor Vehicle Operator's (DMV) License. * Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL), class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsement. Education: * High School Diploma or GED Experience:
Bus Driver
Worthington, OH · On-site
$27.80 - $35.48/hr
Responsible for operating a school bus to transport students to and from their home and school as well as related activities according to Worthington School District, state, and federal guidelines.
Bus Driver
Worthington, OH · On-site
$27.80 - $35.48/hr
Responsible for operating a school bus to transport students to and from their home and school as well as related activities according to Worthington School District, state, and federal guidelines.
Bus Driver
$15.75 - $21.50/hr
Motor Vehicle Operator's (DMV) License. * Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL), class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsement. Education: * High School Diploma or GED Experience:
Bus Driver
$15.75 - $21.50/hr
Motor Vehicle Operator's (DMV) License. * Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL), class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsement. Education: * High School Diploma or GED Experience:
Bus Driver
Worthington, OH · On-site
$27.80 - $35.48/hr
Responsible for operating a school bus to transport students to and from their home and school as well as related activities according to Worthington School District, state, and federal guidelines.
Bus Driver
Worthington, OH · On-site
$27.80 - $35.48/hr
Responsible for operating a school bus to transport students to and from their home and school as well as related activities according to Worthington School District, state, and federal guidelines.
Bus Driver
$27.80 - $35.48/hr
Responsible for operating a school bus to transport students to and from their home and school as well as related activities according to Worthington School District, state, and federal guidelines.
Bus Driver
$27.80 - $35.48/hr
Responsible for operating a school bus to transport students to and from their home and school as well as related activities according to Worthington School District, state, and federal guidelines.
Bus Driver
Heath, OH · On-site
$15.50 - $21.25/hr
School Bus Driver To transport students to and from school and other sites within designated route ... safe operating condition Completes periodic mileage and other reports including passenger counts ...
Bus Driver
Heath, OH · On-site
$15.50 - $21.25/hr
School Bus Driver To transport students to and from school and other sites within designated route ... safe operating condition Completes periodic mileage and other reports including passenger counts ...
Bus Driver
Carroll, OH · On-site
$15.75 - $21.50/hr
Motor Vehicle Operator's (DMV) License. * Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL), class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsement. Education: * High School Diploma or GED Experience:
Bus Driver
Carroll, OH · On-site
$15.75 - $21.50/hr
Motor Vehicle Operator's (DMV) License. * Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL), class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsement. Education: * High School Diploma or GED Experience:
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$30.06/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement
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Central Ohio Transit Authority rating
9.5
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Job description
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Candidates must attend mandatory, paid, 9 (nine) week training period. The training schedule will be variable, including days, nights, and weekends.
After training, you will work variable shifts at any time during COTA's service hours. Service hours are as follows: Monday - Saturday 3:55 AM - 1:47 AM; Sunday 4:04 AM - 12:04 AM. Schedules are based on seniority; new operators must be willing to work any shift and day or night as required.
This position is accountable for operating a motor coach and transporting COTA customers in a safe, courteous, and on-time manner. Performs duties that advance COTA's Strategic Plan and reflect the organization's core values of safety, empowerment, accountability, teamwork, and service, and support the mission of Moving Every Life Forward.
As a COTA Operator you will:
PAY/BENEFITS:
WHAT'S NEXT:
COTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on job needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- Must have a valid Ohio Driver's License and be able to obtain/maintain a Commercial Driver's License.
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.).
- Must have proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the U.S.
- Must have one year's experience in a public contact job, preferably as a salesclerk, waiter/waitress, customer service, etc.
- Must demonstrate a pattern of consistent employment with reasonable job tenure, and minimal unexplained employment gaps.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Must meet background check requirements.
- Must satisfactorily complete all pre-employment testing, including a drug screen.
- Must meet the following requirements of the position:
- Availability for shifts at non-standard hours.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Ability to sit for long periods without discomfort.
- Ability to bend, squat, reach, and assist passengers on and off the vehicle.
- Must verify the past three (3) year's driving record and meet the following criteria:
- No more than one moving violation within 1 year.
- No more than 2 moving violations in last 3 years.
- No revocation/suspension in last 3 years.
- No OMVI or DUI in last 3 years.
- No hit and skips in last 3 years.
- No ACDA (Assured Clear Distance Accident) in last 3 years.
- Must be able to work mandatory overtime to include, but not limited to, early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
- English proficiency.
- Familiarity with state traffic laws.
- Skills with technology, following instructions, communication, map-reading, time-telling.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Candidates must attend mandatory, paid, 9 (nine) week training period. The training schedule will be variable, including days, nights, and weekends.
After training, you will work variable shifts at any time during COTA's service hours. Service hours are as follows: Monday - Saturday 3:55 AM - 1:47 AM; Sunday 4:04 AM - 12:04 AM. Schedules are based on seniority; new operators must be willing to work any shift and day or night as required.
This position is accountable for operating a motor coach and transporting COTA customers in a safe, courteous, and on-time manner. Performs duties that advance COTA's Strategic Plan and reflect the organization's core values of safety, empowerment, accountability, teamwork, and service, and support the mission of Moving Every Life Forward.
As a COTA Operator you will:
- Be a Hero on the Road: Confidently navigate COTA's system, getting riders where they need to go safely, smoothly, and on time.
- Create a Great Rider Experience: Welcome passengers warmly, offer helpful guidance, and handle questions or concerns with patience and professionalism.
- Prioritize Safety for All: Support riders who need extra assistance and help ensure accessible, comfortable travel for every member of our community.
- Stay in Sync: Work closely with operations to manage reroutes, traffic updates, and unexpected situations as they arise.
- Keep Operations Running Strong: Complete pre-trip checks, report mechanical issues promptly, and maintain a clean, reliable bus throughout your shift.
- Show Professional Pride: Uphold our standards for appearance, attendance, and conduct as a representative of our organization.
PAY/BENEFITS:
- Onboard Pay: $30.06/hour
- Training Pay: $23.00/hour
- Top Pay at 5 Years of Service: $40.08/hour
- Medical, Vision, Dental, Supplemental and Life Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Discounts
- COTA Bus Pass
- Wellness Initiatives
- On-Site Chair Massage
- On-Site Health Coach
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Public Pension through OPERS & Ohio Deferred Compensation
WHAT'S NEXT:
- Submit your application.
- Complete the alignment assessment that will be emailed to you.
- If qualified, we will contact you in the order your application was reviewed. Due to high application volume, you will be contacted within 5 weeks with an update to your application.
COTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on job needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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About Central Ohio Transit Authority
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Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Columbus, OH, US
Year founded
1974