Bus Operator

Salary: $31.52 Hourly
Location : Frisco, CO
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Department: Transit
Opening Date: 06/10/2026


Description


Summit Stage is seeking friendly and safety-minded bus drivers to join our team!

Applications are accepted on an on-going basis year-round. Applicants must be at least 21 years old and possess a Colorado Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement OR be able to obtain one through our driver training program within two weeks of starting. Bus Operator pay starts at $31.52 per hour plus an excellent Summit County Government benefits package

Examples of Duties

• Bus Operator for fixed-route public transit system and complementary para-transit
• Perform vehicle and equipment inspections per Summit Stage policy
• Answer questions about routes, services, and general area information
• Ensure passenger safety in the event of accident, vehicle break down, or other issue
• Prepare detailed written reports concerning incidents, safety issues, etc.
• Observe, document, and report operational safety issues to supervisory staff
• Other duties as assigned by supervisory staff when not assigned a driving shift. These duties may include, but are not limited to: cleaning of bus interiors and exteriors, dumping of trash out of transit vehicles, inspecting vehicles, bringing vehicles to the shop for repairs, and fueling of fleet vehicles
• Able to read, write, and understand written and verbal instruction
• Fluency in spoken and written English language required. Fluency in Spanish desirable.
• Detect and report improperly functioning mechanical systems on fleet vehicles

Typical Qualifications

• Must be minimum 21 years of age and able to obtain a Colorado Class B CDL with passenger endorsement and no restrictions on air brakes
• Must have no prior DUI convictions in the past 7 years and acceptable MVR as determined by Management
• Must have driven a motor vehicle for at least three years
• Must have a friendly, customer service oriented personality
• Must be compliant with drug & alcohol testing requirements of 49 CFR Parts 40 & 655
• Must pass a medical examination as required by 49 CFR Part 391
• These requirements are not all inclusive and other requirements may have to be met as determined by Management

Supplemental Information
To apply, please submit a Summit County Government application, resume, and cover letter online ator mail to Summit County Human Resources, PO Box 68, Breckenridge, CO 80424. For questions regarding the position, please reach out to the hiring team at


Applications accepted on an ongoing basis.
All positions are subject to a pre-employment criminal background check, and requires proof of citizenship or authorization for employment in the U.S.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page