Part-Time Bus Operators (Cayuga)

About the Role

Centro bus operators are initially hired on a part-time basis, with the potential to become a full-time operator in the future. The length of time before full-time opportunities are a possibility varies based on the needs of the organization. Part-time bus operators are hired primarily to operate shorter pieces of work during peak periods, many of which include student transport.

Hours of work operation are Monday-Friday 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM and Saturday-Sunday 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, with additional trips available at other times. Part-time employees are eligible to work a maximum of 30 hours per week based on available work. Centro bus operators are eligible to work Sundays and special events, which may exceed 25 hours of work on a weekly basis. Regular weekly work is selected three times a year, and once selected is worked regularly by the employee. Centro is looking for workers who can commit to 15–30 hours per week of regular selected hours.

Training class begins September 28th, 2026.

Training rate: $26.14 per hour. Hourly rate after completion of training class: $29.14 per hour. Top rate: $32.14 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, courteous, on-time transportation to the general public and other designated groups in a variety of mass transit vehicles.
• Adhere to traffic regulations.
• Collect correct fares and issue transfers.
• Communicate with the public regarding routes, schedules, and transfer points.
• Communicate and interact with individuals of various backgrounds and abilities.
• Communicate with the Operations Center by radio and provide verbal and written reports.
• Punctuality and regular attendance are essential to provide dependable service to the public.

Requirements

• Valid New York State driver’s license.
• Five years of licensed driving experience.
• A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger and air brake endorsements.
• An acceptable driving record at the time of job offer.
• High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent experience.
• Customer-focused attitude.
• Must pass the physical examination conducted under article 19-A of the NYSDOT regulations.
• Must have the physical ability to safely operate a bus and possess the ability to always keep the bus under control.
• Must have the ability to clearly communicate both verbally and in writing in the English language, especially during emergencies.
• A drug test with a negative result must be taken no more than 30 days prior to beginning training.
• Subject to random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return to work/return to duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing once hired.
• A current complete driving record abstract from the state Department of Motor Vehicles is required upon hire; violations are evaluated by their severity and time frame.
• Certain criminal and/or driving convictions will not necessarily bar you from employment consideration.