Driver CDL

Estuary Transit District • Essex, CT

13d • $25

About The Position

Join River Valley Transit: Make a Difference in Middlesex County!
Are you looking for a career where your daily work genuinely improves your neighbors' lives and strengthens your community?

Estuary Transit District, operating as River Valley Transit, is the vital link connecting Middlesex County residents. We provide nearly 400,000 essential trips annually, ensuring access to jobs, crucial medical appointments, education, and shopping. When you join our team, you're not just taking a job—you're becoming a key player in community connectivity and a champion for residents.

Why Choose River Valley Transit?
Our employees are proud to know they are making a difference every single day. We are committed to recognizing that contribution by offering a competitive compensation package and unparalleled stability.

Position Overview
Full-time Bus Operators are responsible for the operation of Estuary Transit District (ETD)’s various vehicles and for the safe and orderly transportation of passengers to and from their destinations. Work includes completion of daily inspection of vehicle, fueling, interior and exterior cleaning of vehicle, maintaining accurate trip records, assisting passengers as required, receiving and accounting for fares, radio communications, and any other related duties as assigned by the Operations Manager.

Requirements

• Must posses a valid Connecticut Driver’s License with all required endorsements including a public service endorsement; Class B CDL with passenger endorsement and F endorsement required for full-time Bus Operators.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five (5) years driving experience, with a good driving record for the preceding two (2) years.
• Must be able to perform all duties associated with operating a vehicle and be physically able to lift 60 lbs.
• Ability to learn, to interpret, and to apply District’s policies and work independently without immediate and constant supervision.
• Ability to maintain a good working relationship with all coworkers and the general public and to use good judgment in recognizing scope of authority.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical performed by ETD’s physician.
• Subject to drug and alcohol screening.
• ETD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

• operation of Estuary Transit District (ETD)’s various vehicles
• safe and orderly transportation of passengers to and from their destinations
• completion of daily inspection of vehicle
• fueling
• interior and exterior cleaning of vehicle
• maintaining accurate trip records
• assisting passengers as required
• receiving and accounting for fares
• radio communications
• any other related duties as assigned by the Operations Manager

Benefits

• Exceptional Health Coverage: Access the same comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision benefits offered to CT state employees.
• Secure Your Future: Enjoy an Employer-Paid Retirement Plan—a significant advantage that secures your financial future without requiring employee contributions.
• Peace of Mind: Employer-Funded Life Insurance is provided for all staff.
• Time to Recharge: Benefit from a Generous Paid Time Off Policy that recognizes the importance of work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED