NFTA PARATRANSIT (PAL) OPERATOR

Earn your CDL License on the job. We can hire you full time with only your CDL B learner permit. All new hires will have the opportunity to earn their CDL License while being paid.WORK OBJECTIVE:Operating buses in City and Suburban areas. Assisting passengers, including securing wheelchair passengers; observing for and reporting unsafe or irregular conditions.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.* Must have a neat appearance *Safe driving record * Minimum physical requirements pursuant to N.Y.S. Motor Vehicle and Traffic Law (Article 19-a) required *Satisfactory prior work and attendance records.*KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:Must be able to wear and utilize any and all personal protective equipment that may be required in the performance of duties. Ability to communicate with the public and outside agencies courteously and effectively.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Tasks involve the intermittent performance of physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of bending, squatting, reaching, climbing (stairs), twisting (arm/back) and/or rotating (arm). May also involve lifting (10 pounds), carrying (up to 10 pounds), pushing and/or pulling (10-20 pounds) materials and/or equipment. Job involves sitting for extended periods of time up to eight hours per day.ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:95% of time is spent inside, 5% of time is spent outside, exposing employee to natural environmental conditions. Employee is exposed to fumes. Employee is also exposed to noise (bus), vibration (seat), hazards and motorized vehicles.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Eighteen (18) years of age. Applicant must possess a New York State Commercial Driver’s License or Permit, Class B minimum, with passenger and airbrake endorsements.NOTE:Full-time Big Bus Operator Starting Rate $ 21.31 Full Rate $24.78TO APPLY:Send NFTA employment application and resume to: NFTA Human Resources 181 Ellicott Street Buffalo, NY 14203 Or email to: application/ MORE INFORMATION:The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer All people with disabilities are encouraged to applyJob Type: Full-timePay: From $21.31 per hourBenefits:* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Paid time off* Retirement plan* Vision insuranceShift:* 8 hour shift* Day shift* Evening shift* Morning shift* Split shiftWork Days:* HolidaysPeople with a criminal record are encouraged to applyWork Location: In person

Created: 2025-11-11