Bus Operator

Bus Operator

Salary

$0.00 Hourly

Location

WeGo - 430 Myatt Drive, Nashville, TN

Job Type

Full-Time Non Civil Service

Job Number

WeGo1526

Division

WeGo

Opening Date

10/02/2026

Closing Date

12/31/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits

Position Description

Title: Bus Operator

Purpose: This position is responsible for keeping the 'It' City moving. Join the driving team of Full-Time Bus Operators and become a part of our story.

Wage: $27.03/Hour

• NEW SIGN-ON BONUS*
• $1000 - Non- CDL or CDL Permit
• $2000 - CLD Class A or B with P-Endorsement

Benefits:

• Paid CDL Training
• Health, Vision, Dental
• On-Site Fitness Center
• Uniform Allowance
• Pension & Optional 401 K plan

To apply click the link Bus Operator

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If you have any questions about this position, please contact WeGo HR at 615-880-3991.

Typical Duties

Bus Operator Duties:

• Safely operate transit bus in strict compliance with WeGo Public Transit System polices, guidelines, and procedures, as well as follow all Tennessee and Federal laws and regulations
• Ability to adapt to constantly changing operating environments
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills when interreacting with all passengers
• Perform all other duties as assigned

The principal duties are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job and must be performed unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. Other responsibilities are those functions which are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of the job. This job description does not imply that the above are the only duties assigned to the position. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management.

Minimum Qualifications

Bus Operator Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years of age, with a high school diploma, GED or equivalent

• Possess a valid Tennessee Driver's License

• Have the ability to pass company provided paid Commercial Driver's License Training for (Class B) with a passenger/air brake endorsements Course

• Must pass Department of Transportation (DOT) physical, breath alcohol test, drug screen, Health Performance Exam (HPE) and complete a background check

• Available to work assigned scheduled including: days, nights, weekends and some holidays

• Possess stable work history, with excellent record of attendance and punctuality

• Excellent customer service skills

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with passengers and staff

• Ability to problem solve if situations arise on the bus

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Davidson Transit Organization (DTO), the employment unit of WeGo Public Transit, is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DTO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements of this position may include:

• Sitting, standing, walking, reaching, talking, writing, carrying, grasping, holding, speaking, and listening.

• Bending, stooping, kneeling, stretching, climbing stairs and ladders, and lifting up to 55 pounds.

• Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Performing job duties in various weather and environmental conditions, including rain, cold temperatures, heat, and other outdoor conditions, as applicable to the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Davidson Transit Organization, Employment unit of WeGo Public Transit is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Full-time, Civil Service positions -

10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)

1 Sick Day per month

12 Paid Holidays per year

Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -

20 vacation days per year

3 Personal days per year

1 Sick Day per month

12 paid holidays per year

Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.

Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information

Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.

Employer Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County

Address Human Resources Division

700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201

Nashville, Tennessee, 37210

Phone (615) 862-6640

Website https://www.nashville.gov/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities