Fixed Route Bus Operator (Regular Part-Time) (Grade 09/8) (Continuous)
Salary
$20.16 Hourly
Location
500 Church Street, Huntsville, AL
Job Type
Part-Time
Job Number
5546-26
Department
Public Transit
Opening Date
01/07/2026
Closing Date
12/1/2026 6:00 PM Central
Nature of Work
THE CITY OF HUNTSVILLE'S PUBLIC TRANSIT DEPARTMENT WANTS YOU!
The City of Huntsville's Public Transit department is seeking qualified applicants to fill our
Fixed Route Bus Operator (Part-time) position(s).
Exciting Career Opportunities for Smart and Talented People.
Come join our growing Public Transit Team! Apply today!
About our Department:
The mission of Public Transportation is to provide safe, efficient, and customer friendly transit services to citizens and guests of the community.
Fixed Route Bus Operator Position Overview:
This is skilled work in the operation of medium duty transit buses on fixed routes. Work involves responsibility for driving a medium duty shuttle bus on a fixed route, and transporting passengers in a safe, courteous and professional manner. Work also involves responsibility for conducting daily vehicle inspections, collecting fares from customers and providing information, and performing basic record keeping duties.
Qualifications and Necessary Special Requirements:
High school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency and considerable experience in driving light duty buses, serving the public on fixed routes; or any combination of education, training and experience.
Valid Class D Drivers License Required Upon Hire
Must obtain and maintain a valid Commercial Drivers License - Class B (minimum), with Air Brakes and Passenger Endorsements within 90 days of hire or promotion.
For More Information Regarding the Fixed Route Bus Operator Job Duties, Please Visit the Website Below:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/huntsville/classspecs/79262
Applicants May Obtain a Copy of the City of Huntsvilles EEOP Short Form Upon Request
Minimum Education, Training and Experience
The City of Huntsville offers the following benefits, sick leave, holiday pay and retirement, for its regular, part-time employees. Part-time employees are not eligible for paid vacation, overtime or other benefits.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
We know that dealing with day-to-day stresses can be distracting. The City provides a confidential EAP program to assist with life's stresses. EAP services may be coordinated through TELUS Health (formerly Behavioral Health Systems (BHS) or through the Employee Resources and Program Manager at the City's Health & Wellness Center. Resources may include substance abuse, grief and loss, marriage/family communication, managing stress and depression, parenting, and more. There is no waiting period for this benefit.
Health & Wellness Center
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The City's Health & Wellness Center is more than just a clinic. The Center provides cost-effective health care and on-line services at no cost to the individual. Open Monday through Saturday, the Center provides medical services including acute, primary, and preventive care, as well as annual physicals. The Center also offers routine blood work, immunizations, wellness coaching, chronic disease management, many generic medications dispensed on-site, and much more. If an onsite appointment isn't possible, Telehealth Services are available 24/7/365. All City employees, covered retirees, and covered dependents age 3 and above are eligible for services at the Center as well as telehealth services.
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Do you possess a valid drivers license?
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If "yes" to question #1, what is the expiration date? (Must be presented as mm/dd/yyyy)
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Do you have a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL), Class B (minimum) with Air Brakes and Passenger Endorsements?
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If no to question # 3, do you understand and acknowledge that you must obtain and maintain a Commercial Drivers License - Class B (minimum), with Air Brakes and Passenger Endorsements within 90 days of hire or promotion?
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Do you have experience in driving light duty buses?
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If yes to #5, how many years?
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Do you have experience in the operation and care of a notebook computer?
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Do you have any relatives that work for the City of Huntsville?
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If you answered yes to the question on relatives, please list their name, what department they work in and what is your relationship to that person.
Required Question
Employer City of Huntsville
Address 305 Fountain Circle
City Hall-2nd Floor
Huntsville, Alabama, 35801
Phone (256) 427-5240