Fixed Line Operator (Bus Driver)
Join TARTA as a Fixed-Line Operator and start your career with our October 2026 class. This role offers a stable and rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact in the community every day.
Pay
Starting pay: $24.14/hour with overtime opportunities.
Schedule
40 hours per week with dynamic scheduling. Initially, schedules are provided by 4 PM for the next day, with required availability between 4:20 AM and 12:00 AM based on operational needs. Assignments may include split shifts. Seniority provides opportunities to bid on more consistent schedules for improved work-life balance.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plans
- Union-backed seniority benefits for increased scheduling stability
- Opportunities for advancement within TARTA
Responsibilities
- Operate a TARTA bus along designated fixed routes, ensuring safe and timely transportation
- Deliver exceptional customer service, assisting passengers throughout their journey
- Maintain strict adherence to schedules, ensuring timely arrivals and departures
Requirements
- Valid CDL permit with Passenger and Airbrakes endorsements (required before starting)
- At least 1-year DOT Medical Certification (exam provided upon hire)
- High school diploma or GED
- Five (5) years of consecutive licensed driving experience
- No more than 2 points on your license in the past 3 years
- Minimum age of 21 years
Physical Requirements
- Occasional standing and walking
- Frequent driving
- Ability to lift up to 35 lbs
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Background check
- DOT Drug Screen and DOT Physical
- TARTA is a drug-free workplace; applicants must pass a drug test, including testing for marijuana (use prohibited for safety-sensitive positions)
Apprenticeship Program
All ATU Fixed Line Operators will be enrolled in TARTA's one-year Registered Apprenticeship Program, a nationally recognized trade program. Participants receive consistent instruction, mentorship, and hands-on experience to enhance safety, customer service, operational excellence, and career growth. Upon successful completion, apprentices earn a nationally recognized credential.