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NJ Transit

BUS DRIVER (Paterson, NJ)

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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.

$47,547 / year median in New Jersey

+7% projected growth

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BUS DRIVER
(Paterson, NJ) NJ Transit - 3.7 Paterson, NJ Job Details Full-time $26.00 - $36.06 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Pension plan Vision insurance Qualifications English Air Brake Endorsement Full Job Description Forbes List of America's Best Employers 2022, 2023, & 2024 Full-Time Bus Driver/Operator Patterson, NJ Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their destinations on time—and we're looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.
Summary:
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
NJ TRANSIT
will provide resources on obtaining a NJ CDL, but Qualified Applicants who possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements will be given primary consideration.
Education, Experience, Qualifications:
Are twenty-one (21) years of age or older; able to read, write and speak the English language Possess three (3) years non-provisional driving experience with a valid New Jersey Driver's License (NOT
A PROVISIONAL
Driver's LICENSE), New Jersey Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or a New York or Pennsylvania
COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE
with unrestricted airbrake and passenger endorsements, Are able to obtain a validated New Jersey Commercial Driver's License permit that has been stamped indicating the passing of written tests for passenger, airbrake and general knowledge endorsements. The expiration date on the permit must be valid for at least fourteen (14) days beyond the first day of the scheduled training program, Have a safe driving record that is in good standing with less than five (5) accumulated points, Are available to participate in the structured training program for twenty-one (21) to twenty-five (25) business days, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am -4:30 pm (perfect attendance at training is required) Pass our company's interview process, background check and physical examination to qualify for a medical certification (physical exam includes a drug and alcohol screening). At NJ TRANSIT, you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefit package: $6,000 Signing Bonus for CDL A or B License Holders (must have air brake and passenger endorsement) • $3,000 Signing Bonus for CDL A or B Permit Holders with air brake and passenger endorsement (also CDL A or B licenses holders that have either air brake or passenger endorsement)• Full benefit package including medical, prescription, dental and vision Pension plan plus 457 tax-deferred savings plan Starting pay rate of $26.00 per hour with current top pay rate of $36.06/hour Paid time off Assistance obtaining your CDL (for NJ drivers only) This position is deemed safety sensitive per the Department of Transportation (DOT) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations. The DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of marijuana for any reason. It is unacceptable for any safety-sensitive employee subject to drug testing under DOT regulations to use recreational or medical marijuana. The prohibition includes any derivative of marijuana such as CBD oils, teas, etc. The use of recreational and medical marijuana is a violation of NJ TRANSIT's Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy for safety-sensitive employees. Terms and Conditions Apply.
NJ TRANSIT
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