Top 103 Transportation bus Jobs in Columbus

Bus Operator
Central Ohio Transit Authority —Columbus, OH
- $30.06 - $40.08 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Customer service
- Pass drug screening
- Paid training
- Commuter assistance
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Dublin Ohio 2nd Shift Cleaning Positions 6:00pm-10:00pm Starts August 17, 2026
Ohio Cleaning Experts —Dublin, OH
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- US work authorization
- Cleaning
Driver License Examiner 1
State of Ohio - Public Safety —Hilliard, OH
- $23.65 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Customer service
- Basic math
- Free parking
- Paid holidays
5d
Bus Driver
Educational Service Center of Central Ohio (ESCCO)) —Columbus, OH
- $27.80 - $35.48 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- CDL
Travel Trainer
Central Ohio Transit Authority —Columbus, OH
- $55,723.20 - $65,561.60 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Bus Operator
The Ohio State University —Columbus, OH
- $20 - $26 an hour
- Overtime
- CDL B
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Supervisor, Transportation Training
Central Ohio Transit Authority —Columbus, OH
- $74,027.20 - $87,089.60 a year
- Full-time
- CDL B
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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6d
Server
Condado Tacos —Columbus, OH
- $19 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to climb stairs
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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2nd Shift Dublin Cleaning position Starts August 17, 2026 2:30pm-6:30pm
Ohio Cleaning Experts —Dublin, OH
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- US work authorization
- Reliable transportation
Intermittent-Bus Operator
The Ohio State University —Columbus, OH
- $21.11 - $26.00 an hour
- Part-time
- CDL B
- Background check
- Clean driving record
Bus Assistant - Pickerington, OH
Summit LLC —Pickerington, OH
- $22.45 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Experience working with children
- Children
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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6d
Columbus School Bus Driver
Universal Transportation Systems —Columbus, OH
- $18 - $30 an hour
- Overtime
- In person
- CDL B
- CDL A
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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School Bus Driver
Community Bus Services —Johnstown, OH
- $28 an hour
- Part-time
- CDL B
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- CDL A
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Before & After School Teacher/Bus Driver
Noah's Ark Learning Center —Sunbury, OH
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- In-person
- Entry level
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6d
School Bus Driver Trainee Earn while you Learn!
Community Bus Services —Johnstown, OH
- $28 an hour
- Part-time
- CDL B
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- CDL A
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Local bus driver
Urban Express Charter —Columbus, OH
- $100 a day
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- Management
- Local
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Direct Support Professional (DSP) Day Program - Dublin
Learning Never Ends —Dublin, OH
- From $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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16h
Fleet Technician
Community Bus Services —Groveport, OH
- $32 - $38 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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12d
School Van Driver
Community Bus Services —Johnstown, OH
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Opportunities for advancement
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School Bus Driver - $30/hr - 6hr Guarantee
Community Bus Services —Columbus, OH
- $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Pass drug screening
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Bus Operator

Central Ohio Transit Authority -
Columbus, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
$30.06 - $40.08 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
Commuter assistance
Paid parental leave
Loan repayment program
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Life insurance

Qualifications

City street navigation
Customer communication
Passenger loading and unloading procedures
Adhering to traffic regulations
English
Map reading
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Vehicle codes
Traffic laws

Full Job Description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Must be at least 21 years old.
Must have a valid Ohio Driver's License and be able to obtain/maintain a Commercial Driver's License.
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.).
Must have proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the U.S.
Must have one year's experience in a public contact job, preferably as a salesclerk, waiter/waitress, customer service, etc.
Must demonstrate a pattern of consistent employment with reasonable job tenure, and minimal unexplained employment gaps.
Must have reliable transportation.
Must meet background check requirements.
Must satisfactorily complete all pre-employment testing, including a drug screen.
Must meet the following requirements of the position:
- Availability for shifts at non-standard hours.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Ability to sit for long periods without discomfort.
- Ability to bend, squat, reach, and assist passengers on and off the vehicle.
- Must verify the past three (3) year's driving record and meet the following criteria:
- No more than one moving violation within 1 year.
- No more than 2 moving violations in last 3 years.
- No revocation/suspension in last 3 years.
- No OMVI or DUI in last 3 years.
- No hit and skips in last 3 years.
- No ACDA (Assured Clear Distance Accident) in last 3 years.
- Must be able to work mandatory overtime to include, but not limited to, early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
- English proficiency.
- Familiarity with state traffic laws.
- Skills with technology, following instructions, communication, map-reading, time-telling.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Candidates must attend mandatory, paid, 9 (nine) week training period. The training schedule will be variable, including days, nights, and weekends.

After training, you will work variable shifts at any time during COTA's service hours. Service hours are as follows: Monday – Saturday 3:55 AM – 1:47 AM; Sunday 4:04 AM – 12:04 AM. Schedules are based on seniority; new operators must be willing to work any shift and day or night as required.

This position is accountable for operating a motor coach and transporting COTA customers in a safe, courteous, and on-time manner. Performs duties that advance COTA's Strategic Plan and reflect the organization's core values of safety, empowerment, accountability, teamwork, and service, and support the mission of Moving Every Life Forward.

As a COTA Operator you will:

Be a Hero on the Road: Confidently navigate COTA's system, getting riders where they need to go safely, smoothly, and on time.
Create a Great Rider Experience: Welcome passengers warmly, offer helpful guidance, and handle questions or concerns with patience and professionalism.
Prioritize Safety for All: Support riders who need extra assistance and help ensure accessible, comfortable travel for every member of our community.
Stay in Sync: Work closely with operations to manage reroutes, traffic updates, and unexpected situations as they arise.
Keep Operations Running Strong: Complete pre-trip checks, report mechanical issues promptly, and maintain a clean, reliable bus throughout your shift.
Show Professional Pride: Uphold our standards for appearance, attendance, and conduct as a representative of our organization.

PAY/BENEFITS:

Onboard Pay: $30.06/hour
Training Pay: $23.00/hour
Top Pay at 5 Years of Service: $40.08/hour
Medical, Vision, Dental, Supplemental and Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Discounts
COTA Bus Pass
Wellness Initiatives
On-Site Chair Massage
On-Site Health Coach
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Repayment Program
Public Pension through OPERS & Ohio Deferred Compensation

WHAT'S NEXT:

Submit your application.
Complete the alignment assessment that will be emailed to you.
If qualified, we will contact you in the order your application was reviewed. Due to high application volume, you will be contacted within 5 weeks with an update to your application.

COTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on job needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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