Hiring bonus and pay rate increases until you reach the top of the pay range.
We provide paid commercial learner permit in-person classroom training.
Starting hourly wage rate is $27.59/hour. After one year of employment, your hourly wage rate will increase per the ATU contract.
$5000 Hiring Bonus for current CDL holders with Passenger endorsement and no Air Brakes restriction
$3000 Hiring Bonus for all other licensed drivers
Metro Transit is currently seeking Bus Drivers who are dedicated, career-oriented individuals with strong interpersonal and customer service skills who enjoy interacting with and serving the public. Our commitment to the safety for bus drivers is a priority. We offer and provide you with the necessary safety and protective equipment. This position is eligible for benefits 30 days after starting. To learn more about the benefits being offered click here
Training Schedule - Full-Time Bus Operators - Training is fully paid and is typically up to 8 hours each day Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM-4:00 PM, at a full-time schedule. Training will take approximately 6 weeks. Once you have successfully completed training, you will be assigned to a bus garage. Work locations and schedules are assigned based upon full-time bus operator seniority and the needs of each garage.
Full-Time Bus Operators - The work week schedule could start on any day between Saturday through Friday, working 5 days with 2 days off. The shifts are 8 hours a day, 5 days a week, or 10 hours a day, 4 days a week depending upon the work schedule assigned. Full-Time Bus Operators could have a schedule that will require driving during the weekend and late evenings.
License Requirements: Must have been actively driving with a valid driver's license (class A, B, C or D) for the past five years.
Driving Record:
Candidates will be automatically disqualified if they have any of the following driving related convictions within the past ten (10) years:
Language Literacy:
What you can expect from us:
Union/Grade: Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1005 (ATU) / Grade 45
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: Yes. Subject to random DOT drug tests.
What your work environment would be:
You would work both inside and outside in varying weather and environmental conditions. One-third to two-thirds of the time you would work near moving parts or equipment, vibrations and around toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes or airborne particles. The typical noise level for this position is loud.
Physical Requirements:
You will be regularly required to sit for long periods, stand/walk occasionally, clearly communicate in-person and using a two-way radio, hear normal conversations in-person and over a two-way radio, reach with hands/arms frequently below chest height, bend, stretch and secure wheelchairs with a 4-point lap/shoulder belt. Occasionally you will need to reach overhead and lift/carry/push/pull up to 25 pounds. You must have adequate close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
What steps the recruitment process involves:
Once hired, during your first 6 workdays of employment, your classroom training will consist of learning and obtaining your Commercials Leaner's Permit with the following three endorsements (General Knowledge, Air Brakes and Passenger). If you are unsuccessful in obtaining your permit after three attempts, your employment will end. If you already have a CDL with all three endorsements, you will move to classroom instructional training to be a Bus Operator which will include a road test which you must pass in order to continue with training.
IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration. The Council does not provide VISA sponsorship. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email