🚌 Community Transit: 10-Week Paid Bus Driver Training Program – Learn While You Earn! 🌟
Take your first step toward a rewarding career as a bus driver today! Community Transit offers a 10-week paid bus driver training program that equips you with all the skills needed to obtain your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). No prior bus driving experience or CDL is required.
✨ Why Join This Bus Driver Training Program? ✅
This program is open to adults of all ages and backgrounds, emphasizing safety, responsibility, and long-term career stability. Trainees gain hands-on driving experience while earning income and gradually unlocking a comprehensive benefits package.
💰 Signing Bonus: $5,000 upon completion
Program Highlights:
- 🔴 Duration: 10 weeks (full commitment required)
- 👨💼 Ideal for career changers seeking a stable path
- 💵 Paid training while learning essential bus driving skills
- 🌈 Emphasis on safety, skill growth, and responsibility
💰 Pay & Benefits During Training
| Category | Hourly Pay | Benefits Access |
|---|---|---|
| CDL Training (Weeks 1–10) | $31.42/hour | — |
| After 1 Month | Trainee Benefits Package | Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off |
Trainee Benefits Include:
- 🏥 Medical coverage for yourself and eligible family members (majority premiums covered)
- 😎 Dental & Vision insurance
- ⏰ Paid time off accrual
📈 Post-Training Career Growth & Compensation
| Experience Level | Hourly Pay |
|---|---|
| Entry Level | $33.54/hour |
| With Experience | Up to $39.31/hour |
Additional Long-Term Benefits:
- 🎯 Pension via Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS)
- 🛡 Life & disability insurance
- 🌴 35 days of paid leave in the first year, including:
- 6 days Washington State Paid Leave
- 10 employer-designated paid holidays
- 💪 Wellness program access (fitness, physical therapy, massage)
🎯 Career Fit by Age Group
This program welcomes adults 21+, offering a solid path for every stage of life:
| Age Group | Ideal For |
|---|---|
| 21–30 | Entry-level career seekers with advancement goals |
| 31–45 | Professionals transitioning into stable, benefit-rich work |
| 46–55 | Individuals seeking long-term security with structured duties |
| 55+ | Eligible if medically cleared; experience and responsibility valued |
🔴 No upper age limit — focus on commitment, physical readiness, and safe driving is key.
🏢 Work Environment & Extra Perks
After training, drivers enjoy a supportive and comfortable work environment:
- 👕 Uniform allowances
- 📅 Quarterly route & shift bidding
- 🚍 Clean, well-maintained vehicles
- 🧘 Fitness areas & quiet rest zones
- 🩺 On-site occupational wellness & therapy support
📝 Easy Application Process
- Submit an online application for the training program
- Complete a basic eligibility review
- Pass medical and background checks
- Confirm training start date and begin your 10-week paid training 🚀
🌟 A Community-Focused Career Path
Becoming a bus driver is more than just a job — it’s a public service that keeps communities connected. This program combines:
- 🛠 Skill development
- 💵 Income during training
- 🏆 Long-term employment benefits
It’s a reliable, respected career choice for adults 21+ seeking stability, growth, and purpose in public transportation.