Employment

BC Transit Is Hiring!

Please review our openings and find out if you qualify.  Broome County Transit is an equal opportunity employer.  

Custodial Worker

BC Transit is looking for two custodial workers responsible for facility cleaning and occasional minor maintenance. Typical duties include:

  • Sweep, mops, washes floors, collects and disposes of trash and recyclable goods.
  • Cleans and replenishes supplies in restrooms.
  • Mows lawns, performs landscaping work, removes snow and ice from walkways.
  • Cleans and performs light duty maintenance on bus shelters.
  • Applicant must demonstrate proper cleaning techniques including appropriate use of supplies and equipment.
  • Must be willing to assist in other related tasks as required.
  • Applicant must demonstrate ability to work alone and with others.
  • F/T positions are Monday-Sunday, with at least two consecutive days off.
  • Rate is $14.20/hour with benefits.
  • EEO/AA females and minorities are encouraged to apply
  • Apply at 413 Old Mill Rd, Vestal.

Transit Mechanic’s Helper

As a Transit Mechanic’s Helper, you will be responsible for assisting in the repair and maintenance of buses and related equipment. This includes but is not limited to:

  • Replacing or assisting in replacement of worn or faulty parts, including head lamps, windshield wipers, tires, and other minor maintenance type repairs and general upkeep.
  • Fuels buses and related equipment.
  • Performs maintenance on buildings and grounds
  • CDL class B license must be obtained.
  • F/T positions are Monday-Sunday, with at least one day off.
  • Mandatory pre-employment drug test.
  • EEO/AA females and minorities are encouraged to apply.
  • Rate is $18.95 hour with benefits including NYS retirement and health insurance.
  • Apply at 413 Old Mill Rd, Vestal.

Transit Coach Operator

As a BC Transit Coach Operator, you will be driving a public transportation vehicle, following an established route while picking up and bringing passengers where they need to go. If you have excellent people skills, a strong customer service orientation and enjoy driving this may be the right career opportunity for you.

BC Transit is now seeking to add Coach Operators with the right skill set:

  • Must have the ability to effectively communicate and interact with diverse groups of people.
  • Applicant must be a people oriented person, have strong customer service skills, demonstrating patience and an even temperament.
  • CDL license with driving experience preferred, but BC Transit will train the right candidate.
  • P/T positions are Monday-Sunday, with at least one day off.
  • Paid comprehensive training with great wages and benefits. F/T employment may be obtained based on performance.
  • Mandatory pre-employment drug test.
  • EEO/AA females and minorities are encouraged to apply.
  • Starting rate is $19.10/hr, then $27.94/hr with step increases after 4 years.
  • Apply at 413 Old Mill Rd, Vestal.

Senior Mechanic

Working for Broome County Transit as a Senior Mechanic is an excellent career opportunity for those who have skills and experience to diagnose and repair diesel engines, hydraulics, transmissions and automotive electrical systems. Qualifications include:

  • Must have abilities to diagnose and repair or rebuild diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, hydraulics, automotive electrical systems, air conditioning, brakes.
  • Must have a working knowledge of NYSDOT requirements.
  • Must have the ability to properly use tools and related repair equipment.
  • Applicant must demonstrate ability to work alone and with others.
  • Applicant must demonstrate mechanical and shop safety aptitude, plus have a working knowledge of tools and terminology.
  • Must be able to obtain a CDL B.
  • F/T positions are Monday-Sunday, with at least two consecutive days off.
  • Rate is $21.50/hour, then top rate of $29.00/hour after two years.
  • Benefits including NYS retirement and health insurance.
  • Mandatory pre-employment drug test.
  • EEO/AA females and minorities are encouraged to apply.
  • Apply at BC Transit 413 Old Mill Rd Vestal, NY

 

Van Operator

As a Van Operator, you will be driving a 16-passenger paratransit van. This is a great job if you enjoy working with people and driving.  This is a part-time position for people who can have a flexible work schedule. You may have additional driving duties as required.

  • Must have the ability to communicate and interact with all people, especially demonstrating skills working with senior citizens and persons with disabilities
  • CDL C license preferred, but BC Transit will train the right person for the job
  • Paid comprehensive training, with great wages
  • Must have the ability to communicate with vendors and customers visiting the agency.
  • P/T positions are Monday-Sunday, typically 20-30 hours each week
  • Starting pay is $17.47/hour.
  • EEO/AA females and minorities encouraged to apply.