What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transit driver position at City of Bangor, Maine?
Community Connector Transit / Paratransit Drivers
Do you love driving?! Are you interested in supporting our community by ensuring people can get where they need to go? Have you considered joining a team of driving professionals?
Consider applying for fixed route transit drivers and paratransit positions for immediate vacancies.
The Community Connector is owned and operated by the City of Bangor and provides service to our region including, Bangor, Brewer, Hampden, Veazie, Old Town, Orono, and UMaine.
Be sure to check out our newly built Transit Center in Downtown Bangor with dedicated space for our drivers and passengers alike!
In this position, you will be guaranteed 30 hours per week and have options to earn overtime on a regular basis! The pay range for this position is $19.
84 - $27.30 based on experience and qualifications. Future pay increases are based on merit and cost of living increases as determined by the collective bargaining agreement.
This position comes with a great benefits package, which includes :
Several options for health insurance, including low deductible plans with a small or no co-pay for many services, and up to 80% of premiums are paid by the City!
A retirement plan with generous City contribution of 9%.
Low-cost dental and vision insurance.
Long-term disability, 100% paid by the City.
Earned Time Off
Six paid non-operating Holidays; seven operating Holidays paid at time and a half for hours worked.
Employee Assistance and Wellness program options
Applicants must have an active Class B license and a clean driving record. Preference is given to candidates who also have a Passenger or "P" endorsement, but the City provides paid training to applicants with a Class B, but who do not have a "P" endorsement.
Applicants must be willing to work a flexible schedule and enjoy working with the public. Pre-employment drug and alcohol test is required.
Successful applicants will be subject to further testing in accordance with federal F.T.A. regulations. If you are interested in learning more, we encourage you to reach out!
Applications (required) and resumes (optional) can be submitted via the City's application link ( ) Questions and application materials can also be emailed to .
Applications are reviewed when received and qualified candidates are typically contacted within three days of applying. Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Bangor!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Last updated : 2024-08-05
Salary : $19 - $84
