City of Greenville, NC

Transit Driver (Part-Time)

City of Greenville, NC, Greenville

Salary: $18.36 Hourly
Location : Greenville, NC
Job Type: Regular Part-Time
Job Number: PT052025
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 05/20/2025
Job Summary
GREAT Transit Drivers play an important role in the City of Greenville by helping citizens and visitors reach their destinations safely. Interested and qualified individuals are encouraged to apply for consideration for the GREAT team!
This position operates transit system vehicles to safely transport passengers throughout the City; performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections; and provides passenger assistance as required.
**This position's primary work schedule will be Saturdays from 8:45 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Additional weekday hours may be available based on transit route needs and scheduling flexibility. Not eligible for benefits.
This is a continuous posting and may close at any time
Examples of Duties

Operates a transit vehicle (GREAT bus) safely along a designated route;
Adheres to scheduled routes;
Collects fares and deposits fareboxes daily;
Prepares daily trip sheets and required reports;
Completes required CDL pre-trip and post-trip inspections;
Submits completed maintenance repair paperwork to Fleet services;
Provides route and schedule information to the public;
Delivers professional and courteous service to passengers and promotes good public relations;
Ensures cleanliness of transit vehicle inside and out; and
Performs other related work as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:

Ability to read and write sufficiently to complete required tasks (high school diploma or GED preferred); and
At least six months of experience operating a bus or heavy motorized vehicle.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:

state and local traffic laws and regulations.
basic maintenance procedures.
customer service principles and techniques.

Skilled in:

the operation of transit system vehicles.

Ability to:

operate a transit vehicle safely on City streets.
learn routes and maintain time schedules.
make accurate mathematical calculations.
prepare and maintain accurate records.
communicate clearly and professionally.
establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, other employees, and the general public.
work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
meet the mental and physical demands of the job.

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid N. C. Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement and a safe driving record.
Must be available to work on Saturdays from 8:45 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
If additional hours needed, scheduled hours are Monday through Friday from 5:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. and/or from 1:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; based on transit route needs and availability.
Must have the ability to lift and/or carry medium-sized objects and/or carry 10 pounds frequently and up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
Regular part-time, temporary, and seasonal employees are not eligible for benefits.
01
What is your highest level of education?

Less than High school
High school diploma or GED
Some college; no degree
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree or higher

02
Do you have a valid N.C. Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a passenger endorsement?

03
Do you have at least six months experience operating a transit bus or other heavy motorized vehicle?

04
This position's primary work schedule will be on Saturdays. Are you available to work on Saturdays from 8:45 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.?

05
This position requires the lifting and/or carrying of medium-sized objects. Are you able to lift and/or carry 10 pounds frequently and up to 25 pounds occasionally along with the other duties required for this position?

Required Question