Bus Driver

Are you seeking to make an impactful difference where you make a difference in people’s lives each day? If so, come join our team where you are part of a community, not just an employee.

Asheville Transit Management is seeking fixed route Bus Drivers for Asheville Rides Transit (ART) fixed route public transit service. The ideal candidate is one who can meet or exceed our standards of safety and customer service, and one who is dependable, reliable, and able to perform in an ever changing environment. Applicants who possess a CDL Class B (with air brakes) are encouraged to apply. At minimum, a valid NC Drivers license is required provided a full CDL with Passenger endorsement license can be obtained upon completion of training. Nights Weekends and Holidays required.

Candidate must meet the following requirements for the Bus driver role:

• Possess a High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Have at least three (3) years driving experience
• Possess a valid North Carolina driver’s license
• Be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License ‘CDL’, Class ‘B’ with air brakes
• Have a good driving record
• Pass a pre-employment FTA/DOT drug screen
• Submit to a criminal background check
• Pass an FTA/DOT mandated physical examination
• Comply with FTA/DOT substance abuse regulations and testing requirements.

ART operates fixed-route public transit services daily, expecting Bus drivers to work between the hours of 4:30 a.m. to as late as 1:00 a.m., on shifts that vary, depending upon seniority. Asheville Transit Management offers competitive wages and an excellent benefits package. 21.20 per hour

Applicants may apply in person at: Wednesdays from 8am -4pm

Asheville Transit Management

360 West Haywood St.

Asheville, NC 28801

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $21.20 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Day range:

• Every weekend
• Holidays

Experience level:

• 3 years

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Split shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Asheville, NC 28801: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• driving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Passenger Endorsement (Preferred)
• CDL (Preferred)
• CDL B (Preferred)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and Welcome Diversity to our Teams.