Bus Driver

Bus Driver We are currently on the lookout for experienced Bus Drivers to join our elite team in Marietta, Georgia. As a key member, you will be entrusted with ensuring safe and comfortable transportation for our passengers, while upholding the highest standards of professionalism and customer service. Compensation Starting pay $21.50 with progression to $33.50 over 4 years. Benefits Vacation: up to 25 days per year Paid Sick Leave: 8 hrs monthly full‑time employees / 5 hrs monthly part‑time employees; medical, dental & vision after 30 calendar days of employment for full‑time employees, life insurance, 401k retirement benefits, and company holidays. Key Responsibilities Safety‑Focused Operations: Execute flawless operations by meticulously following designated routes and schedules, while adhering to stringent safety protocols and traffic regulations. Passenger Care: Exhibit exceptional care and assistance toward passengers, ensuring smooth boarding, comfortable rides, and timely disembarkation for all. Vehicle Vigilance: Champion vehicle safety through comprehensive pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections, promptly reporting any maintenance issues, and maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety equipment readiness. Adherence to Protocols: Uphold company policies and procedures rigorously, encompassing seat belt enforcement, emergency response preparedness, and compliance with regulatory mandates. Other duties as required. Qualifications 21 years or older Valid CDL Class A or B with passenger and airbrake endorsement Minimum 3 years of driving experience (personal or professional) Excellent communication & customer service skills Availability to work day, evening, weekend and overnight shifts as assigned Subject to a DOT drug testing and physical if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason. Physical Requirements Work shifts or flexible schedules as needed. Typically involves long periods of sitting, typing, or looking at a screen. Work environment will be a combination of both indoors and outdoors. Verbal communication with passengers and dispatchers/road supervisors including use of a 2‑way radio and PA system. Excellent vision to read and comprehend written material; good depth perception, peripheral vision, distance vision, and color perception required to drive. Full range of hearing, including tone, pitch, and volume when operating transit vehicle, using 2‑way radio, and assisting passengers and public. Manual dexterity for MDT keypad, 2‑way radio, door controls, PA microphone, steering wheel, wheelchair lift control, bus door control. Sit while operating vehicle ~75% of work day; remaining 25% involve movement inside and outside bus, including pre‑trip inspection. Pull/push at least 50 pounds; bend and stoop/kneel to assist passengers boarding, securing wheelchair/scooters, or retrieving equipment. Twist at knee and waist when operating vehicle, performing inspections, and securing wheelchairs. Reach forward, rearward, upward, downward. Subject to wet, cold, or hot environmental conditions. Low risk of injury due to vehicle accident, mechanical failure, fire, or explosion. Subject to vehicle noise and vibration while operating transit vehicle. Drug‑Free Workplace Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future. Successfully pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Equal Employment Opportunity Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status. Reasonable Accommodations Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If accommodation is needed to participate in the application or interview process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. About Transdev Transdev is a global mobility company partnering with cities, counties, airports, and universities across the U.S. to operate transportation systems, maintain fleets, and deliver mobility solutions. We employ 32,000 team members across 400 locations and operate more than 17,000 vehicles. #J-18808-Ljbffr