Bus Driver

Bus Driver

The City of Jefferson is currently accepting applications for a hiring roster for Bus Driver with JeffTran. This roster shall function as a compilation of interested applicants who want to become a part of the JeffTran team when vacancies in the department arise. Join the JeffTran team to be a part of something great! Our drivers provide safe, reliable and efficient transportation to the public each day. JeffTran is commitment to putting customers first; dedication to safety and ambition to deliver the best services makes for a working environment you'll love.

The starting salary for Bus Drivers are $20.00 per hour. Drivers who work a shift scheduled to last 10 hours or more from start to finish are eligible for an additional $1.50 per hour split-shift differential for all hours worked during that shift.

Examples of Duties

Drivers provide safe, courteous, on-time bus transportation and customer service on assigned city routes and/or para-transit service; perform pre-trip safety inspections; and provide assistance to persons with disabilities when necessary.

Typical Qualifications

Must have excellent customer service skills, outstanding dependability, and ability to accurately and thoroughly complete paperwork, work safely, communicate clearly, sit for extended periods, work in extreme weather conditions, and aid disabled passengers. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Must possess, or obtain within two weeks of hire, a valid Missouri Commercial Driver License (CDL) of the appropriate class with all required endorsements for the vehicles to be operated. Preference will be given to candidates who have completed training in Defensive Driving, Passenger Relations, Emergency and Accident Response, Emergency Evacuation Procedures, Passenger Assistance Techniques, or other related transportation safety programs.

Supplemental Information

Year-Round Employment & Comprehensive Benefits

This is a year-round position with no seasonal layoffs, offering stable employment and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include paid holidays, vacation and sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance; optional dependent and supplemental insurance coverage; LAGERS retirement benefits; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); paid training; and additional employee benefits.

Hours of Operation

JeffTran operates Monday through Friday, from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination, pre-employment drug screening, criminal background check, and driver's license record review.

Application Deadline

This position will remain open until filled.

City of Jefferson, MO