How much does a Transit Operator make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Transit Operator in the United States is $21 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $18 and $24. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Transit Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $16 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $18 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $21 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $24 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $27 US March 26, 2024
25% $18 10% $16 90% $27 75% $24 $21 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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No CDL Vehicle Operator- Monday-Friday 3:00PM-11:00PM

Butler County Regional Transit Authority - Hamilton, OH

Customer Service Representative

Butler County Regional Transit Authority - Hamilton, OH

Transit Operations Manager

Butler County Regional Transit Authority - Hamilton, OH

Operations Dispatcher - Full Time Tuesday-Saturday

Butler County Regional Transit Authority - Hamilton, OH

Transit Operator

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University of Colorado Boulder - Boulder , CO
Close All Job Summary Transportation Services at CU Boulder encourages applications for a Transit Operations Supervisor! This position will supervise day to day functions of the Transit operation by scheduling buses, drivers, and driver trainings. This position provides bus drivers with accurate information for completion of their work, advising drivers of proper procedures, schedule or route changes, and updates on safety concerns. This includes managing the driver payroll, with support from the Driver Coordinator. This position works closely with various campus departments and student organizations to provide charter transportation of persons in university buses and other types of vehicles, which includes advising prospective clients about the different options Transportation Services offers. The position supports and backs up the Transit Manager, supervise daily activity of bus drivers, and provides support to evaluations and bus driver disciplinary actions initiated by the Transit
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WeDriveU is the leader in transportation, specializing in workplace, campus and community transportation solutions serving millions of passengers a year. Recognized as a pioneer in mobility, WeDriveU is a strategic partner to the world's top brands, with client programs that consistently earn awards for excellence in commuting and sustainability. WeDriveU operates across the U.S and is proud to celebrate more than 30 years serving clients. Visit www.wedriveu.com to learn more about our company, clients and career opportunities. National Express Shuttle (operated by WeDriveU) and Transit is a business unit of global mobility provider Mobico Group. Job Description: The Operations Manager (OM) will report to the General Manager and assist with all supervisory duties outlined below. The OM will work onsite, as needed, at the client's location and will actively communicate with the client as well as other vendors. Duties and Responsibilities: Supervise the daily activities of all drivers an
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National Express Transit - Lansing , IL
WeDriveU is the leader in transportation, specializing in workplace, campus and community transportation solutions serving millions of passengers a year. Recognized as a pioneer in mobility, WeDriveU is a strategic partner to the world's top brands, with client programs that consistently earn awards for excellence in commuting and sustainability. WeDriveU operates across the U.S and is proud to celebrate more than 30 years serving clients. Visit www.wedriveu.com to learn more about our company, clients and career opportunities. National Express Shuttle (operated by WeDriveU) and Transit is a business unit of global mobility provider Mobico Group.Job Description: The?Operations Manager (OM)?will report to the General Manager and assist with all supervisory duties outlined below. The OM will work onsite, as needed, at the client's location and will actively communicate with the client as well as other vendors. Duties and Responsibilities: Supervise the daily activities of all drivers and
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Via is using technology to transform transportation around the world. From changing a single person's daily commute to reducing humanity's collective environmental footprint - we've got huge goals. As a Senior Product Manager, Transit Operations at Via, you will lead a complex set of products and features that impact our primary user and buyer - public sector transit agencies, municipalities and governments. Via prides itself on being a true partner to the public sector in helping make transit better for everyone but especially those in low income and minority communities. Via is not only a category leader in on-demand transit but has brought its exceptional technology and expertise to the Paratransit & Student transit world. You will be joining Via at a time of rapid growth, impacting hundreds of thousands of riders weekly, many of whom represent special needs populations, students, caregivers etc. As a Senior Product Manager you will bring vision but also sensitivity and empathy to t
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Via Transportation - New York , NY
Via is using technology to transform transportation around the world. From changing a single person's daily commute to reducing humanity's collective environmental footprint - we've got huge goals. As a Senior Product Manager, Transit Operations at Via, you will lead a complex set of products and features that impact our primary user and buyer - public sector transit agencies, municipalities and governments. Via prides itself on being a true partner to the public sector in helping make transit better for everyone but especially those in low income and minority communities. Via is not only a category leader in on-demand transit but has brought its exceptional technology and expertise to the Paratransit & Student transit world. You will be joining Via at a time of rapid growth, impacting hundreds of thousands of riders weekly, many of whom represent special needs populations, students, caregivers etc. As a Senior Product Manager you will bring vision but also sensitivity and empathy to t
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City of Wichita Falls, TX - Wichita Falls , TX
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: The purpose of this position is to operate a transit system bus on an assigned route. This is accomplished by following routes, adhering to timetables, embarking and debarking passengers, collecting fares, generating transfers, maintaining passenger counts, coordinating activities with dispatchers and other drivers, and completing required records. Other duties include maintaining order on the bus, providing information to the public, ensuring physically impaired passengers are secured, reporting malfunctions or maintenance issues, and reporting related traffic conditions. LICENSING REQUIREMENTS: Individuals who do not currently have a CDL agree to obtain one no later than 90 days from date of hire or transfer to position as a condition of employment Driver's License Required - Y Type - B Endorsements P - Passenger OTHER REQUIREMENTS: None ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Note: This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list o
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