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About the Role

TCAT Bus Operators are essential in providing safe, reliable, and affordable transportation to the Ithaca community. This role is ideal for individuals who value community service, safety, and accountability, offering a rewarding career with excellent benefits and growth opportunities. TCAT provides paid, comprehensive training, including CDL licensing, so no prior CDL is required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain a commercial class B permit with passenger endorsement.
• Complete 6-8 weeks of hands-on and behind-the-wheel training.
• Bid on work assignments based on union seniority.
• Be available for nights, weekends, and extra work as assigned.
• Earn pay bonuses and premiums for nights, overtime, and perfect attendance.
• Safely operate a transit bus on fixed or demand-response routes.
• Provide exceptional customer service to passengers.
• Assist riders with directions, accessibility needs, and fare information.
• Ensure passenger comfort and safety, including during emergencies.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and complete required documentation.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must possess a clean, valid New York State driver’s license.
• Subject to an employment history review in compliance with FMCSA regulations.
• Subject to DOT physical exam and drug screening before start date.
• Subject to random drug and alcohol testing throughout employment.
• Subject to a detailed driver history check.
• Subject to a comprehensive background check after offer of employment.
• Must be able to drive and be seated for hours.
• Must be alert and fit for duty at all times when scheduled.
• Must be able to bend, twist, stoop or crouch.
• May come in contact with diesel fuel, fluids, petroleum products, and toxic fumes.
• Exposed to inclement weather and icy conditions.
• Works shifts that may be up to 12 hours per day.
• Subject to working day and night hours over a seven-day period in a high-stress environment.

Skills

• Strong integrity and ownership.
• Good knowledge of safe driving practices, vehicle traffic laws and regulations.
• Commitment to upholding high standards of passenger and equipment safety.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good customer service skills.
• Ability to read and follow written schedules and instructions.
• Adaptability to learn new skills, routes, and technology.
• Flexibility to be available for nights, weekends, and occasional mandatory shifts.

Location

• Ithaca, NY 14850

Work Type

• Full Time
• Onsite

Experience Level

• Entry Level (Training Provided)

Education Level

• High School

Salary/Compensations

• $28.02 - $28.02 Hourly

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $28.02 per hour
• Overtime premium (1.5x) applies after 40 hours/week
• Medical Insurance (Excellus BCBS): Individual, couple, and family plans with robust employer contribution
• Medical FSA & HSA options
• Dental & Vision Insurance: Employer fully pays premiums for individual and family plans
• Retirement 401(k) account: Optional employee contributions, plus employer direct 10% contribution after 2 years
• Paid Time Off: annually accrue up to 10 vacation days, 3 personal days, 5 floating holidays, and 7 sick days
• Extra Earnings: Opportunities for overtime, premium rates, and pay bonuses
• Paid Licensing: TCAT provides in-house, on-site entry-level driver training, and covers CDL licensing costs
• Career Growth: Advancement opportunities and seniority perks
• Free employee parking on-site and nearby overflow
• Uniforms Provided: Including generous shoe allowance

About the Company

• TCAT provides safe, reliable, and affordable transportation to and from work, school, and business in Ithaca and surrounding commuter communities.
• Modern Fleet: Energy-efficient buses equipped with advanced safety features.