Bus Driver (Operator)

Job overview

The Bus Driver (Operator) role is onsite in Kansas City, MO, with pay of $28.22–$35.275 per hour for large-bus operators, plus benefits for eligible employees. The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority’s mission is to connect people to opportunities. The operator safely drives transit vehicles, helps riders navigate the system, and supports reliable passenger connections. The role includes customer service, passenger assistance, vehicle inspections, and communication with dispatch to support route timing and safety.

What you'll do

• Operate transit vehicles safely and courteously throughout the Kansas City metropolitan area
• build relationships with riders
• stop to load and unload passengers
• assist residents and visitors with transit information
• operate fare boxes and destination signs
• perform pre- and post-trip inspections
• communicate with dispatch about route times and safety.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

bus driver

bus operator

public transit

passenger service

kansas city mo

kcata

$28.22–$35.275/hour

paid cdl training

class b cdl

full-time

flexible scheduling

local work

no overnight travel

pension plan

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Eligible employees may receive health, dental, vision, short-term disability and life insurance, vacation and sick leave, EAP access, paid CDL training, paid holidays, pension benefits, optional flexible spending accounts, and employee perks.

Why this role

Experience is not required; paid training is provided to obtain a Class B CDL when needed. Schedules and shifts vary during approximately the first two years, with assignments based on seniority.

About the employer

Kansas City Area Transportation Authority is hiring for this role. Industry: Bus and Other Motor Vehicle Transit Systems. Sector: 48.