PT Bus Operator – Nights & Weekends

Drive change in your community as a Part-Time Bus Operator for Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit (TCAT) in Ithaca, NY, working nights and weekends to keep Tompkins County moving. This is your chance to earn a paycheck while delivering safe, dependable transit to the people who depend on it.

About the Role

As a Part-Time Bus Operator with Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit, you will be at the heart of public transportation in Ithaca and across Tompkins County. Covering night and weekend shifts, you will transport passengers safely and courteously, helping neighbors reach school, work, medical appointments, and the destinations that matter most to them.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate TCAT buses safely and reliably along assigned routes during evening and weekend hours
• Provide friendly, professional customer service to every passenger who boards
• Coordinate with dispatch at the start of and throughout your shift
• Complete required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Maintain on-time performance while prioritizing the comfort and safety of riders
• Connect community members to education, healthcare, employment, and popular local stops

Qualifications

• A strong commitment to passenger safety and exceptional customer service
• Comfort operating a vehicle during night and weekend schedules
• Dependable, punctual, and able to follow established routes and procedures
• Clear communication skills for working with dispatch and the riding public

About Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit

Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit, Inc. (TCAT) is the public transit provider serving Ithaca and the greater Tompkins County region. TCAT links residents and visitors to the places they need to go every day, playing a vital part in keeping the community connected and on the move.

How to Apply

Ready to join the TCAT team as a Part-Time Bus Operator in Ithaca, Tompkins County? View the full listing and apply here.