City Bus Operator

Salary: $19.00 - $26.72 Hourly Location : Athens, GA Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 2025-1223-2 Department: Transit Opening Date: 12/03/2025 Purpose & Job Related Requirements Hiring BonusCDL with Passenger endorsement $3,000Non-CDL Drivers eligible for $1,500 hiring bonusSee details below A one time hiring incentive, to be paid in 3 increments (not added to base salary). Eligible newly hired full time Transit Vehicle Operators will receive an incremental hiring incentive upon satisfactory job performance, after completion of 3 months of service; after completion of 6 months of service; and finally after completion of 12 months of employment. Continuation of this Recruitment/Hiring Incentive Program is subject to available funding and approval by the Manager. REPORTS TO: Route Supervisor FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt CLASSIFICATION: Personnel System - Requires satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period. PAY GRADE: Depends on qualifications: Recruit: 111, Operator I:112 SAFETY SENSITIVE: CDL - Subject to random drug testing per the Athens-Clarke County Drug and Alcohol Ordinance. Purpose of Job The purpose of this job is to operate a mainline bus or specialized van. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: picking up and dropping off passengers, collecting fares, operating a vehicle along prescribed routes, transporting paratransit/demand response passengers, providing good customer service, and performing additional tasks as assigned. Job Related Requirements Work Schedule: Flexible Schedules / Some Weekend Work RequiredVaries: the hours of operation are 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM, 7 days a week. The first route pulls out at 5:30 AM weekdays, and weekend service begins at 7:00 AM. All new hires will be placed on the extra board. When a permanent shift becomes available all employees will have an opportunity to bid based on seniority and performance. May be required to work on religious holidays. Regular and predictable attendance is required. Must work cooperatively with others. When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy. Emergency Position This position is designated as an emergency position that requires your attendance at work under all types of emergency conditions. Some examples of emergencies include inclement weather, utility failure, fire or other forced evacuations or as determined by the Manager. Minimum Training & Experience Required to Perform Essential Job FunctionsRecruit: High school diploma or equivalent required. Customer service and/or working with the elderly or disabled is preferred. Must possess a valid driver's license at time of hire. Must be able to obtain a full valid Georgia Commercial Driver's License(CDL) permit within six(6) weeks of the date of hire. Must also be able to obtain a full valid Georgia CDL with passenger endorsement within four(4) months of the date of hire. Operator 1: High school diploma or GED required, with one year of experience in the operation of a mainline bus and/or specialized van preferred Experience working with the elderly or disabled is also preferred. Must possess a valid driver's CDL license with Passenger endorsement at time of hire. Essential Duties, Responsibilities Click here for full job descriptions: Recruit: Operator 1: Supplemental Information ACCGov is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. ACCGov is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Leah Jagatic, HR Coordinator, Human Resources, 762-400-6370 or Total compensation at the Unified Government includes a comprehensive set of benefits, a well-established culture of wellness, and a secure retirement that set us apart as a stable Employer of Choice where you can serve and make a difference in the community. Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees' lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial. Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation. As an Employer of Choice, we offer: Health Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Prescription drug plan Wellness Onsite Employee Wellness Center - free for employees, spouse, and children 18+ Employee Assistance Program Wellness education and incentive programs Annual Wellness Fair Annual employee appreciation events Free onsite health screenings (to include hearing, skin cancer, biometric screening, flu shots) Safety & Risk training and job-related vaccinations Family and Career Training and professional development opportunities through the Organizational Development Department Opportunities and Career Development via the Government Wide Learning Management System Time Annual/Sick leave 13 paid holidays per calendar year Money Robust Wellness Program - earn up to $175 per quarter for participation Health Savings Account for medical and dependent care Employer Paid Pension Plan (10 years of service) 457 (b) Deferred Compensation Program with employer match Tuition Reimbursement Program Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employer - Federal Student Aid Financial education programs Uniforms provided (if applicable) Discount Admissions - ACCGov Parks, Georgia Aquarium Protection Group Accident insurance Critical Illness insurance MASA Medical Transportation Insurance Employer paid basic life insurance Whole life insurance Employer Paid Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Contributory term life insurance Pet Insurance To learn more about the Benefits offered at ACCGov, you may access them below. BENEFITS WELLNESS DEVELOPMENT 01 Which best describes your highest level of education? High School diploma or GED from an institution accredited by SACS Some education beyond high school Technical or Vocational Degree Associate Degree Bachelor's Degree Masters Degree None of the above 02 How many years of experience do you have operating a mainline bus and/or specialized van? No experience Less than one year of experience One year to less than two years of experience Two years to less than three years of experience Three years to less than five years of experience Five or more years of experience 03 Do you have experience working with the elderly or people with disabilities? Yes No 04 Do you possess a valid Driver's License? Yes No 05 What type of Driver's License do you possess? None Class C--Regular Class D--Regular Provisional Class A CDL no endorsement Class AP--CDL Permit Class B CDL no endorsement Class BP CDL Permit Class C CDL Class A CDL with Passenger endorsement Class B CDL with Passenger endorsement 06 If you were referred to this agency by a current Athens Clarke County employee please provide that employee's name. Required Question

Created: 2026-03-10