Transit Driver

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. 22.05 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

Must be able to work nights, weekends and Holidays

Salary: $22.05/HR

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
• 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)

A message from the Assistant General Manager

We are delighted you have joined our staff of transit professionals. We are committed to providing excellent professional management and consulting services to our public transportation clients. Asheville Transit Management leadership team is dedicated to creating a challenging work environment in which you will be given opportunities to grow and develop to your full potential through training, guidance, and support. We count on our employees to assist in making Asheville Transit Management the most outstanding public transportation management and advisory services provider in the country. Welcome aboard.