Bus Operator - 2025/2026 Winter Season

Town of Vail

  • Vail, CO
  • $31.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 28 days ago
Position Overview:Bus OperatorStarting at $31.00 per hour$1,000 End-of-Season Bonus*$600 Sign On Bonus for CDL BP2*Live and work in Vail this winter! The Town of Vail, Colorado is seeking enthusiastic & reliable people who are interested in working as a bus driver for the winter 2024-2025 ski season. As a bus driver you will be responsible for safely operating a public transportation bus for picks up, transports, and drop off passengers on a prescribed route, on time and in accordance with local, state and federal standards. Drivers must also practice safe defensive driving techniques, be knowledgeable and provide guests with schedule/route information, assist disabled guest on and off the bus and complete reports of all accidents, damage, or incidents of vandalism. Drivers may be assigned to bus wash as needed. The working week is 40 hours made up of 4 & 5 days with new hires mostly working weekends & nights. The bus service runs from 5:30am to 2:30am daily. Employee housing is limited, so apply today!*Must complete the defined season to be eligible for end-of-season bonus*Must currently hold a CDL BP2 to receive bonus. Skills / Requirements:Vail is a guest service oriented and resort destination community. We realize that to set the standard for world-class alpine resorts, our employees make all the difference! That is why we are looking for passionate individuals who strive for excellence in all that they do. Qualified applicants must have strong verbal communication skills & pride themselves in providing the best guest service.In addition they must meet the following requirements:
  • CDL preferred.
  • Previous guest service experience.
  • Acceptable driving record with no alcohol or drug related convictions in the last 5 years.
  • Applicants must be able to commit to the entire season; mid November to mid April.
  • Must pass all CDL requirements including medical screening, random drug testing, and licensing requirements
  • Position is exposed to engine noise and fumes, winter weather and elements when assisting passengers.
Most of shift is spent sitting while driving, with occasional stooping, standing, kneeling and lifting. Culture / Lifestyle / Benefits:As a part-time or seasonal employee we encourage our employees to enjoy the local outdoor activities that brought you here! Winter employees have access to a Nordic Ski Pass, Ice-Skating pass, free ECO Bus Pass and more. Limited employee housing is also available but fills up quickly, so apply today!EEO StatementWe believe diversity makes us stronger!The Town of Vail provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics information, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified employees and applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.See our video here!

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