Transit Driver

Job Title

Transportation Operator

Job Description

Under regular supervision, performs a variety of routine and complex transportation work in driving a bus to transport passengers over specified routes to local or distant points according to a time schedule.

Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills

Essential Job Functions

• Complies with local traffic regulations.
• Performs Pre & Post Walk-Around Inspections
• Reports changes in routes, delays or accidents.
• Gets fuel and checks oil, water and tire pressure.
• Performs cosmetic maintenance such as washing exterior of bus, sweeping and dusting the interior of bus.
• Drives bus over city routes and does special tours for educational and promotional purposes.
• Operates a variety of equipment and machinery including gasoline, diesel-powered, and electric; vans or buses, cellular telephone, mobile radio, AVL data terminal with letter keyboard, computer, computerized fuel system, public address equipment, wheelchair equipment (securement devices and fold-over floor), etc.
• Uses a variety of tools and supplies including a small hand counter, etc.

Additional Job Functions

• Is required to fill in other positions within the department as required.
• Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

Education and Experience Requirements - High school diploma or equivalent and must be able to complete on-the-job training satisfactorily; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licenses or Certifications - Must have a commercial driver's license Class "B" or better; with passenger endorsement, and no restriction on the use of air brake-equipped vehicles.

Supplemental Information

Applications accepted online at Applications accepted until August 4, 2026. The City of Clemson provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.