Find & Apply For Bus Driver Jobs in Amarillo, Texas

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$18.00

Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience)

Position range in Panhandle $13.84 - $16.25 Per hour Bus Driver

CITY OF AMARILLO

Occupation:

Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity

Location:

Amarillo, TX - 79103

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift

Posted:

09/14/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas

Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

10/07/2026

Expires:

11/13/2026

Job #: 17068621

Job Requirements and Properties

Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite

Full Time Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience

36 Month(s) CDL

Required Schedule

Full Time Job Type

Regular Duration

Permanent Employment Shift

Day Shift Help for .

Hours/Days:

Will work 6:00 am to 7:00 pm Monday-Saturday. Days off during the week will vary. Must report to work on time, report all absences according to policy, and have no unexcused absences. : Imagine a career where you can serve your community and help others in need. Where a small interaction can brighten someone's day and you have the opportunity to make a difference. As a City of Amarillo driver, you are responsible for keeping yourself and the citizens of Amarillo safe while providing public transportation. At the City of Amarillo, we provide employees the opportunity to receive the valuable training and resources needed to help obtain your CDL. As an employee, you will have professional growth opportunities and generous benefits. If this sounds like an opportunity for you, join our team today! The Bus Driver/Van Operator will perform a variety of tasks which include: Driving a vehicle, following all traffic laws, in a manner that will prevent any chargeable accidents, incidents, or passenger injuries.

Safely operating a vehicle in all types of weather and road conditions

Issuing day passes for passengers and tracking passenger counts and types.

Completing daily pre/post-trip vehicle inspections

Reporting all vehicle or equipment defects to the appropriate person promptly.

Providing limited assistance to persons with disabilities Benefits we offer: Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Pension Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Uniforms

Education Reimbursement and more! Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Ability to work independently in the absence of supervisory personnel.

Ability to make sound decisions under stress and think clearly in emergencies.

Ability to effectively deal with personal danger including exposure to angry, ill, or violent persons.

Ability to safely drive all Transit Department vehicles including vehicles over 30' in length.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to operate computers and other basic office equipment.

Ability to work and communicate effectively with a diverse population of persons.

Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to respond tactfully in every situation.

Knowledge of all city, and state driving laws, and ordinances.

Ability to become proficient in the use of each type of wheelchair lift and mobility device securements. Licenses/Certification Required Qualifications Requires a High School Diploma or its equivalent.

Requires a minimum of three (3) years of driving experience.

Must have a valid Texas driver's license or a Commercial Driver's License with a P endorsement or be willing to obtain your CDL with a P endorsement.

If holding a CDL without the P endorsement, this must be obtained before orientation.

Must be able to pass a standard Department of Transportation (DOT) physical. The City may consider all related education and/or experience in determining an applicant's minimum qualifications and starting salary. Preferred Qualifications/Physical Demands Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The employee must also walk, stoop, stand, crawl, sit, hear, crouch, feel, grasp, handle, reach, pull, push, speak, and see. Also requires the ability to make rational decisions and perform repetitive motions. EEO/ADA The City of Amarillo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from eligible and qualified persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local law. The City of Amarillo provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 806-378-4294. The City of Amarillo is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages applications from eligible and qualified persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. The City of Amarillo provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case by case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 806-378-4294.