Non-CDL Bus Driver

No CDL is needed! No experience is needed! We will train you. Do you want to make a real difference? At Flint Hills Area Transportation Agency (ATA Bus), our Bus Operators are the foundation of our mission: to provide and promote the highest quality transit services to the Flint Hills communities. Our riders count on each Bus Operator to provide safe and reliable public transportation services in Manhattan, Junction City, Ft. Riley, and parts of Pottawatomie County. We are hiring immediately for a full-time Non-CDL Bus Operator that is friendly, reliable, and safety focused. Join our team! What Our Bus Operators Do: Provide reliable transportation services to the public by operating the vehicles safely and carefully. Inspect vehicles by checking gas, oil, and water levels before departure. Utilize software using a tablet device to track vehicle and rider information. Always observe all traffic rules and other applicable laws and regulations. Adhere to KDOT regulations when riders using wheelchairs are boarding or exiting. Communicate effectively and interact with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds. Able to work all shifts, including evenings and weekends, and work overtime as needed. Our Qualifications: Minimum age of 21. High school diploma or equivalent. Authorized to work in the United States. Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record for the previous three years. Must be able to maintain a KDOT physical certification. Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job subject to testing criteria. Ability to pass a background check, drug screen, and Physical Capacity Profile. Great customer service/people skills, including good verbal and written communication skills. Must show a stable previous work history. Our Benefits Package: Pay range is $17.00 per hour. Averaging 10 hours/week of overtime equates to $48,600 per year. Full-time hires average 45 hours per week. Shifts are 6-8 hours long with overtime hours available. Medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, and disability insurance. 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions. Career Growth: Opportunity to participate in our Training Program within your first 6 months or less of employment! We provide on the job driving experience and classroom instruction for you to obtain the CDL C with Passenger Endorsement! Pay will increase to $18.50 per hour after obtaining CDL C with Passenger Endorsement. Averaging 10 hours/week of overtime equates to $52,900 per year. Additional Information: The job is a safety sensitive position and is subject to ongoing random drug and alcohol screening. The job requires working in all weather conditions, sitting in an enclosed vehicle for long periods, exposure to disease/infections, dealing with temperamental people, and working with contaminants (e.g., gases and odors). Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: ATA Bus firmly commits to the communities we serve and our employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive for a workforce that reflects our community. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr Flint Hills Area Transportation Agency