Fixed Route Bus Operator

About the role

Hiring Immediately for Fixed Route Drivers!

Transdev is actively hiring bus drivers for their fixed route transit service in Nassau County, NY. We are looking for safe, friendly drivers to help passengers move around throughout Nassau County using public transportation.

Responsibilities

• Drive a transit bus and transport passengers around Nassau County, NY in a safe and courteous manner
• Greet passengers, ensure fare payment and maintain a safe environment
• Notify dispatch of any incidents, accidents, mechanical concerns
• Other duties as required

Requirements

• A high school diploma, GED or equivalent
• A valid NY State CDL Class B or higher driver's license with full passenger air brakes in good standing
• Must present an original Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) issued within the last 30 days
• Previous bus or heavy-duty vehicle driving experience preferred
• Excellent customer and communication skills
• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules
• Subject to DOT drug testing

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus paid out in 6 increments
• Starting hourly rate $26.2812 with progression to $43.8018 over 8 years
• Benefits Include: Vacation and Sick time off, Medical, dental & vision after 90 calendar days of employment for full-time employees, life insurance, 401k retirement benefits

Pay

Starting hourly rate $26.2812 with progression to $43.8018 over 8 years

Schedule

Part Time

Qualifications

None specified

Skills

None specified

Benefits

• Vacation and Sick time off
• Medical, dental & vision after 90 calendar days of employment for full-time employees
• Life insurance
• 401k retirement benefits

Commute

Not specified

Company Info

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.

Contact

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us. HR.TalentAcquisition@transdev.com

Drug-free Workplace

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must: Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.). Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen. With over a decade of experience managing the contract for Nassau Inter-County Express (NICE Bus), Transdev has consistently demonstrated its commitment to excellence. Our dedicated team at NICE Bus has achieved significant milestones, continuously striving to enhance the customer experience. Through innovative practices, a focus on safety, and a customer-first approach, we are setting new standards in public transportation.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles. Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good.