A Bus Driver drives buses and transport passengers along a designated route. Works for a city public transit system, regional bus company, or school district.
•In order to be considered for this position, you must submit an employment application per the instructions below•
PART-TIME BUS DRIVER/VAN DRIVER ALLEGANY COUNTY TRANSIT
Advertising for this position is to establish an eligibility list for the purpose of filling potential future openings. SUMMARY This position provides safe and dependable transportation by driving buses and vans, collecting fares, interpreting and distributing schedules, providing excellent customer service, and ensuring compliance of ADA regulations.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or equivalent. (A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.) Must be willing to be trained in CPR and First Aid.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to: be sensitive to the needs of transit riders; maintain a professional, patient, and courteous attitude, and assist passengers on and off the bus. Must have use of sensory skills to communicate effectively and interact with other employees and the public through the use of telephone, radio, and personal contact. Significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling. (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.)
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS A
valid CDL driver's license with Passenger and Air Brake Endorsement is preferred but not required. Ability and willingness to drive safely in adverse weather conditions. Eligibility for coverage under the County's motor vehicle insurance policy. Must be able to pass the prescribed physical for this position. This is a safety-sensitive position that requires pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. ACT performs random drug and alcohol testing.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
This is a bargaining unit position with a wage rate of $18.46 per hour for van drivers and $19.65 per hour for bus drivers. Part-time positions receive limited benefits. Applications and Complete Job Description are available in the Main Lobby at the address below or on the Web at: http://alleganygov.org/Jobs.aspx (NO
PHONE CALLS PLEASE
) Applications are required and must be returned to: Allegany County Office Complex 701 Kelly Road Cumberland, MD 21502 •Mailed applications must be postmarked no later than August 7, 2026•DEADLINE
FOR APPLICATION IS FRIDAY, AUGUST 7, 2026 ALLEGANY COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$18.46 - $19.65 per hour
Benefits:
Paid training Vision insurance
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification:
CDL (Preferred) Air Brake and Passenger Endorsement (Preferred)
