Full-Time Bus operators

DEPARTMENT: Operations – Central New York Regional Transportation Authority

SALARY RANGE: Training Rate – $25.05

Part-Time Rate (Upon successful completion of training) – $28.05 Hour Top Rate: $31.05

BASIC FUNCTIONS:

1. Provide safe, courteous, on-time transportation to the general public and other designated groups in a variety of mass transit vehicles.

2. Adhere to traffic regulations.

3. Collect correct fares and issue transfers.

4. Communicate with the public regarding routes, schedules, and transfer points.

5. Communicate and interact with individuals of various backgrounds and abilities.

6. Communicate with the Operations Center by radio and provide verbal and written reports.

7. Punctuality and regular attendance are essential to provide dependable service to the public.

TRAINING:

1. Applicants must have a CDL-B permit or license (General Knowledge, Air Brake, and Passenger Endorsement portions of the exam) to be eligible for hire.

2. Paid training is provided to qualified candidates committed to a career with the Company.

3. Upon completion of the training program full-time opportunities will be offered.

4. The 12-week training program provides exposure to all routes and runs within the Centro system. The program includes in-classroom and on-bus instruction, including working in the field. On-the-road training will be with Line Instructors and will require trainees to work various hours of the day and night. Centro’s hours of operation range from 4:20am to 1:15am. Centro trainers will advise you in advance of your schedule. Your training schedule may be demanding and could require you to work at least 3 Saturdays in order to learn all facets of the bus system.

Training class begins February 2nd , 2026

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

1. Five years of licensed driving experience.

2. Valid NYS Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger and air brake endorsements.

3. Acceptable driving record at the time of job offer.

4. High School Diploma or G.E.D., or equivalent experience.

5. Customer-focused attitude.

6. Physical ability to, safely, operate a bus and the ability to keep the bus under control at all times.

7. Completion of a physical examination conducted under article 19-A of the NYSDOT regulations.

8. Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in the English language. Communicating with passengers both in the regular course of business and especially during an emergency is critical.

9. A drug test with a negative result must be taken no more than 30 days prior to beginning training. NOTE: Bus operators are subject to random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return to work/return to duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing once they are hired.

10. 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.

11. Certain criminal and/or driving convictions will not necessarily bar you from employment consideration.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit an application and resume to:

Danielle Raineri

Centro HR Department

200 Cortland Ave - PO Box 820

Syracuse NY 13205

Applicants may also visit our website at www.centro.org to view the job posting and apply electronically. CNYTRA reserves the right to select a candidate from within or outside the Company.

CNYRTA is an equal opportunity employer and drug free workplace.

This is a Union environment in association with the Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 580

Pay: $25.05 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a valid Commercial Class A or B license? If you do not, you must obtain your Class B permit. You do this by going to the DMV, getting a book and taking tests for general knowledge, air brakes and passenger endorsement. Once you obtain your permit call Centro of Syracuse and we can discuss next steps. Sound good?

License/Certification:

• CDL B Permit (Required)
• Passenger Endorsement (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Syracuse, NY 13202 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $31