Part Time Transit Operator

Burlington, IA, United States

The City will pay for the cost to enroll in the program ($1195) with a signed agreement stating if employment ends before two years the cost will be paid back to the City prorated based on how many months worked. · Part-time

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Pay: The City will pay for the cost to enroll in the program ($1195) with a signed agreement stating if employment ends before two years the cost will be paid back to the City prorated based on how many months worked.
Job type: Part-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 8, 2026

Original job description

Operate public transportation vehicles on designated routes on an irregular basis, sometimes as a substitute driver.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Operate public transit vehicles in a safe, efficient, and lawful manner following routes and schedules as assigned. Sell bus passes and tokens to passengers. Assist elderly and handicapped passengers as needed. Enforce rules and policies as necessary, taking proper disciplinary action if necessary. Provide information pertaining to City bus routes and schedules when requested. Regular and punctual attendance. Represents the City in a professional, trustworthy, and responsible manner. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must have a good knowledge of City geography. Must know and follow traffic and road laws as they apply to a motor coach. Must be able to count money and make change. Must be able to handle money in a responsible manner. Must have a good driving record. Must be physically able to operate a public transit vehicle in a safe, efficient manner and assist passengers when necessary. Must be able to learn BUS routes, policies and procedures and follow them.

Standard high school diploma or GED equivalent. Possession of a valid Class B Driver’s License with Passenger Endorsement upon employment or obtain CDL permit and complete CDL training for Class B Passenger Endorsement. The City will pay for the cost to enroll in the program ($1195) with a signed agreement stating if employment ends before two years the cost will be paid back to the City prorated based on how many months worked. Must be able to pass a DOT physical exam and pre-employment drug test. Prior experience in the safe operation of public transportation vehicles preferred. Have current CPR / First Aid Certification or be able to obtain within six-months of hire date. Employees must live within Des Moines, Lee, Henry, and Louisa counties in Iowa, or Henderson and Hancock counties in Illinois.

Miscellaneous Information

HOW TO APPLY

Applications & complete job description are available on-line at www.burlingtoniowa.org or at City Hall, 1st floor, 400 Washington St, Burlington, IA 52601. Position open until filled.

THE CITY OF BURLINGTON DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, RELIGION, AGE OR DISABILITY IN EMPLOYMENT OR THE PROVISION OF SERVICES