Purpose: This position is responsible for keeping the ‘It’ City moving. Join the driving team of Full-Time Bus Operators and become a part of our story. 

July 2022 Wage: $22.88/Hour

*NEW SIGN-ON BONUS*

• $1000 - Non-CDL 
• $2000 - Class A or B with P-Endorsement 

Benefits: 

• Paid CDL Training
• Health, Vision, Dental
  • Single - $140-$163 per month
  • Single employee with children - $150-$183 per month 
  • Family - $160 - $203 per month
• On-Site Fitness Center 
• Uniform Allowance
• Pension & Optional 401 K plan

Bus Operator Qualifications: 

• Must be 21 years of age, with a high school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Possess a valid Tennessee Driver’s License
  • Have the ability to pass company provided paid Commercial Driver’s License Training for (Class B) with a passenger/air brake endorsements Course
  • Must pass Department of Transportation (DOT) physical, back screen, drug screen, and complete a background check
• Available to work assigned scheduled including: days, nights, weekends and some holidays
• Possess stable work history, with excellent record of attendance and punctuality 
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with passengers and staff
• Ability to problem solve if situations arise on the bus
• Driving Record: 
• Ten-year MVR is required for all applicants. 
• No DUI convictions in the (past 10 years).
• No reckless driving, suspension, or denial of license in the (past 3 years). 
• No violations of driving 20 mph or more over the speed limit. 
• No more than 3 violations in the (past 3 years).

Bus Operator Duties:

1. Safely operate transit bus in strict compliance with WeGo Public Transit System polices, guidelines, and procedures, as well as follow all Tennessee and Federal laws and regulations
2. Ability to adapt to constantly changing operating environments
3. Demonstrate excellent customer service skills when interreacting with all passengers
4. Perform all other duties as assigned

The principal duties are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job and must be performed unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. Other responsibilities are those functions which are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of the job. This job description does not imply that the above are the only duties assigned to the position. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management.

Similar roles include: School Bus Driver | Coach Bus Driver | Class B Driver

WeGo Public Transit also known as DTO is an Equal Opportunity Employer