Bus Operator - 012027

About the role

We are hiring Bus Operators with Class A or B CDL with a Passenger Endorsement and Class B CDL Permit with a Passenger Endorsement..... Our next hiring events will begin in Novmeber, 2026. More information to follow.

Responsibilities

• Operate CATS Transit Buses safely on prescribed scheduled routes as directed.
• Collects/records bus fares, and transfers in accordance with CATS procedures.
• Promote exemplary customer service of the Charlotte Area Transit System by providing safe, courteous, timely, and dependable service while transporting CATS customers.
• Input information into computer-based equipment such as Automated Vehicle Locator (AVL), Automatic Passenger Counter, (APC) fare-box and destination displays (requires touch key entering).
• Able to read and interpret maps and complex schedules and provide route and schedule information to transit customers.
• Assist in the boarding of disable customers who require the aid of accessible vehicles (wheelchairs/scooters) for the purpose of mobility.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Paid sick days
• Paid personal days
• Paid Vacation after completion of one year
• Healthcare (Medical, vision, life insurance, dental) -- Eligibility after waiting period
• Flexible Spending Account, Healthcare Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account
• Defined Benefit (Pension) -- Mandatory employee contribution
• Deferred Compensation (457) -- Company matches up to 4% after 1 year

Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a Commercial Class “A” or “B” CDL Driver’s License with Passenger Endorsement or CDL Permit with Passenger.
• High School Diploma or GED
• No driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction within last three (3) years, and no more than one (1) DWI on driving history.
• Must have excellent customer service skills and ability to deal courteously with the public.
• Requires long periods of sitting while driving/operating transit bus.
• Must successfully pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) Physical (medical) examination.
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check that will be assessed by Transit Management of Charlotte.
• Must be able to work variable shifts and irregular hours, holidays and weekends. Schedules are based on seniority.
• Must be able to communicate in the English both orally and written.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.
• Must successfully complete 8-week bus operator training.

Pay

Starting wage is $26.02 per hour after completion of 8-weeks paid training.