Transit Driver (Part Time)

Transit Driver (Part Time)

Salary

$38,188.80 - $59,176.00 Annually

Location

Greenville, NC

Job Type

Regular Part-Time

Job Number

2013

Department

Fleet Services

Division

Transit

Opening Date

09/29/2026

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

GREAT Transit Drivers play an important role in the City of Greenville by helping citizens and visitors reach their destinations safely. Interested and qualified individuals are encouraged to apply for consideration for the GREAT team!

This position operates transit system vehicles to safely transport passengers throughout the City; performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections; and provides passenger assistance as required.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

This is continuous posting and may close at any time.

Examples of Duties

• Operates a transit vehicle (GREAT bus) safely along a designated route;
• Adheres to scheduled routes;
• Collects fares and deposits fareboxes daily;
• Prepares daily trip sheets and required reports;
• Completes required CDL pre-trip and post-trip inspections;
• Submits completed maintenance repair paperwork to Fleet services;
• Provides route and schedule information to the public;
• Delivers professional and courteous service to passengers and promotes good public relations;
• Ensures cleanliness of transit vehicle inside and out; and
• Performs other related work as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Ability to read and write sufficiently to complete required tasks (high school diploma or GED preferred); and
• At least six months experience operating a bus or heavy motorized vehicle.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• state and local traffic laws and regulations.
• basic maintenance procedures.
• customer service principles and techniques.

Skilled in:

• the operation of transit system vehicles.

Ability to:

• operate a transit vehicle safely on City streets.
• learn routes and maintain time schedules.
• make accurate mathematical calculations.
• prepare and maintain accurate records.
• communicate clearly and professionally.
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, other employees, and the general public.
• work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
• meet the mental and physical demands of the job.

Special Requirements

• Must possess a valid N. C. Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with passenger endorsement, without an air brake restriction, and a safe driving record.
• Must be available to work on Saturdays from 8:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. on a rotating schedule.
• Must have the ability to lift and/or carry medium-sized objects and/or carry 10 pounds frequently and up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

Regular part-time, temporary, and seasonal employees are not eligible for benefits.

01

What is your highest level of education?

• Less than High school
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college; no degree
• Associates degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree or higher

02

Do you have a valid N.C. Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with a passenger endorsement?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have at least six months experience operating a transit bus or other heavy motorized vehicle?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you available to work Monday through Friday from 5:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. and/or from 12:45 p.m. and 8:45 p.m?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you available to work on Saturdays from 8:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.?

• Yes
• No

06

This position requires the lifting and/or carrying of medium-sized objects. Are you able to lift and/or carry 10 pounds frequently and up to 25 pounds occasionally along with the other duties required for this position?

• Yes
• No

07

What days and times are you available to work? Select all that apply.

• Weekday mornings (5:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.)
• Weekday afternoons (12:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.)
• Saturdays (8:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.)

Required Question

Employer City of Greenville

Address 200 W. Fifth Street

Greenville, North Carolina, 27858

Phone 252.329.4492

Website http://www.greenvillenc.gov