Transit Operators/Bus Drivers

The Town of Jackson is now accepting applications for a full-time, year-round, 40-hr/wk, fully benefitted position of START Transit Operator for the Teton Valley, Idaho commuter service, $27.59 - $31.19/hr DOQ.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in serving the public and  providing peace of mind and security to community members and community businesses that rely on public transit for their livelihood. START is seeking a motivated individual to transport commuters from the Teton Valley, ID area to Jackson, Wyoming over Teton Pass. The current service is Monday through Friday with the exact departure and return time determined by the Transit Operations Manager. The route for this service originates in Teton Valley with the bus kept in Teton Valley overnight. Residency for this position is required in Teton Valley either at the time of application or prior to the effective date of employment.

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge is qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License, and experience carrying passengers. Successful applicants must possess or have the ability to obtain PASS Certification and Air Brake endorsement. For a complete job description please click here.

Shift differential pay for Teton Pass driving of $1.50/hr as well as a Report Stipend per day for scheduled work in Jackson on non-commuter service days.

This position has full benefits offered by the Town of Jackson. The Town of Jackson offers a benefit package that currently includes health, vision and dental insurance, retirement benefits, HSA contribution match and $1000 annual deferred comp match, and Paid Time Off (PTO) which covers vacation and sick leave, and additional holiday wages paid for each holiday regardless of whether the employee works on that holiday or not.    

Apply online here: START Bus Driver Application

Deadline: Monday July 28, 2025, at 12:00 PM.

Interviews and selection may occur prior to deadline.

This position participates in the Town of Jackson’s Drug Free Workplace testing program and the DOT Federal Transit Authority drug and alcohol testing program. 

The Town of Jackson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.