Parttime Transit Operator

Parttime Transit Operator

Salary

$19.22 - $30.76 Hourly

Location

Multimodal Transportation Center 1300 N. Marine Blvd Jacksonville, NC 28540, NC

Job Type

Part time - non-benefited

Job Number

FY26-00124

Department

Transportation

Division

Transit

Opening Date

06/10/2026

Closing Date

7/8/2026 7:30 AM Eastern

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General Definition of Work

A Little About The City: Jacksonville has one of the youngest demographics in the US with a median age of 22.8 and an estimated population of 75-80,000. The City offers a great work/life balance. We are rich in history and deep in pride of our local military as demonstrated at Lejeune Memorial Gardens near Marine Corp Base Camp Lejeune and New River Air Station. Many of our military return and plant roots here because of the lifestyle and all that the City has to offer. Another reason people stay in Jacksonville... We are a Caring Community as stated in our City seal.

General Description: The City of Jacksonville is seeking individuals with an interest in serving as Transit Operators along designated bus routes within the City and onboard MCB Camp Lejeune. Individuals should be customer focused and comfortable working with and assisting passengers within the community.

You can learn more about Jacksonville Transit by clicking HERE.

The Part-Time Transit Operator performs intermediate semi-skilled work transporting passengers, assisting with boarding and alighting, inspecting vehicles, collecting fares, operating radio, and related work as assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Transit Dispatcher and Transit Supervisor.

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Essential Functions/Typical Tasks

Operates a public transit vehicle on assigned route and schedule, and ensures all work is performed in accordance with the Federal Transit Administration, Department of Transportation, ADA, OSHA and City Polices & Standards. (These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Performs duties in accordance with customer service at its C.O.R.E.
• Operates a bus safely, adhering to planned route and time schedule.
• Collects fares and transfers.
• Announces designated stops for passengers to hear.
• Records daily passengers and fares collected.
• Provides information and directions to passengers and the general public.
• Spot checks buses for mechanical problems and reports defects.
• Assists passengers entering and leaving the bus, to include passengers in wheelchairs and similar mobility devices.
• Reports unsafe road conditions to the Transit Dispatcher.
• Assists with maintaining clean city transit vehicles.
• Assists with other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Combination of education and experience equivalent to a High School Diploma or GED.

Requires a minimum of a valid Class B Commercial Drivers License in the State of North Carolina with a passenger endorsement.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of regional traffic rules and regulations; thorough knowledge of the geography of the City; ability to operate passenger vehicles and related equipment safely and efficiently; ability to enunciate clearly and distinctly; ability to remain alert and to remain calm during periods of stress; ability to keep records and prepare reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and associates.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Jacksonville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, marital status, religion, or disabilities unrelated to the essential function of the position.

The City of Jacksonville offers a comprehensive benefits package to all eligible employees. Find out more about the benefits of working with the City.

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INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED! You may attach a resume; however, the application MUST include a 7-year history. Please answer all questions on the application in their entirety and your application MUST include the following: Complete Education History (including High School). A complete 7-year history to include gaps you have had between employment and / or school attendance. Example: Office Assistant 1/2011 - present The Company 123 Barn Street Jacksonville, NC 28540 (910) 555-5555; Unemployed 6/2004 - 12/2010; Unemployed Student 12/2000 - 6/2004 My High School Jacksonville, NC 28541 Applications without a 7-year history and all the required information will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Please take a moment to review your application for completeness.

• I have read and understand the above statement.

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This position requires that you possess a minimum of a Class B CDL with a passenger endorsement. Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?

• Yes
• No

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Responses to the supplemental questions must reflect the information provided under the "Work Experience" section of the application. Your responses will be used to determine whether or not you possess the minimum qualifications required for this position.

• I have read and understand the above statement.

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Employer City of Jacksonville NC

Address 815 New Bridge Street

PO Box 128

Jacksonville, North Carolina, 28541

Phone 910-938-5386

910-938-5837

Website https://jacksonvillenc.gov/jobs