Job Description

Operate and manage daily Owensboro bus routes ensuring safe, on-time, customer-focused service

Job Title

Safety Sensitive Position Regulated Under the Dept. of Transportation

Job Description

Responsible for driving transit passenger vehicles on designated routes. Starting pay $23.6327/hr. Provided benefits include but are not limited to:

  • Health insurance
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • CERS retirement through Kentucky Retirement Systems

Paid time off including:

  • Vacation
  • Sick Time
  • Holidays (for eligible employees)

Examples of Duties

Primary essential functions include but are not limited to:

  • Drives Bus and/or Trolley as/when assigned;
  • Provides courteous and timely service to transit and trolley customers.

Typical Qualifications

Qualifications (Required at time of application):

  1. High school diploma or GED; OR 3 months experience as bus driver or similar position. Equivalent amount of education/experience acceptable.
  2. Valid driver's license; Valid CDL, Class B or higher, with P endorsement preferred at time of application, and required after hire.
  3. Ability to lift and/or move up to 100 lbs., assist disabled passengers, and perform all other demands of the job satisfactorily.
  4. Minimum age 18

Supplemental Information

Applications must be received no later than Saturday, August 15, 2026. Apply at www.owensboro.org. Click "Join Our Team" and the position link. First-time users need to create an account as instructed. If you have any questions or wish to confirm receipt of your application, contact Elaine Timmel prior to the application deadline at (270) 687-8540 or toll-free (888) 616-8540. Hearing impaired, call TDD/Voice (270) 687-4459. The City of Owensboro is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. EEO/AA-M/F/V/D ADA accommodation may be requested by calling (270) 687-8542.

Drives Bus and/or Trolley on designated routes, Provides courteous and timely service to transit customers, Safely operates vehicle and adheres to transit schedules, Assists passengers as needed to ensure safe boarding and alighting