Senior Transit Operator

Salary: $27.50 - $38.62 HourlyLocation : Breckenridge Public Works, COJob Type: Full Time / Year RoundJob Number: 2026-00075Department: Public WorksDivision: Public Works - TransitOpening Date: 05/07/2026Closing Date: 5/24/2026 11:59 PM MountainPosition SummaryThe Town of Breckenridge's Transit Division is seeking reliable and safety-focused individual(s) for the position of Senior Transit Operator. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the delivery of safe, reliable, and efficient public transportation services. Senior Transit Operators are responsible for the daily operation and basic maintenance of Town transit vehicles, with a strong focus on safety, schedule adherence, and exceptional customer service. In addition to operating vehicles, this role may support training efforts for Seasonal Transit Operators and serve as Lead Driver, assisting with shift supervision and team coordination as needed.Essential Job FunctionsFor additional information regarding this position including important roles, essential job functions and duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required, materials and equipment used, working environment, and physical activity required, please view the full .FULL-TIME YEAR-ROUND EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & PERKS:Annual Town Celebrations and Employee EventsBreckenridge Recreation Youth Programs - early registration and discountCarter Park Rental Discounts$2 Car Wash at Public WorksFree Electric Vehicle (EV) charging at various Town-owned locationsBikeshare Breck E-Ride MembershipLeadership Development & Training OpportunitiesHousing Down Payment Assistance and Rental Deposit Assistance ProgramsTuition and Education ReimbursementTown of Breckenridge Core Values:The Town of Breckenridge's Core Values guide us in fostering an inclusive Community, embracing Adaptability and Innovation, upholding Integrity, promoting effective Communication, and practicing Stewardship to responsibly manage Town resources.QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Must be 18 years of age or older.A minimum of one (1) year of customer service-related experience is required.A minimum of six (6) months transit or equivalent driving experience is required.Must successfully pass a criminal background check with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:High School diploma or equivalent preferred.One (1) previous season of experience driving for the Breckenridge Free Ride is preferred.LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES REQUIRED:Valid Driver's License required at time of hire.Valid CDL Class B or higher with Passenger Endorsement and Air Brake required within 30 days of hire.Valid Department of Transportation Physical card required within 30 days of hire.The incumbent's driving record will be reviewed on a regular basis and must be in compliance with organizational standards and policies. Further, incumbents are required to notify the Town, their supervisors and/or manager of any motor vehicle violation (except parking citations) at the time of issuance (immediately upon receipt of the ticket/violation, or upon the next working shift). This requirement exists, regardless of whether the incumbent plans to challenge the violation in court.Additional InformationHiring Pay Range: $27.50 - 33.06 per hour, $57,200 - $68,764.80 if annualizedFull Pay Range: $27.50 - $38.62 per hour, $57,200 - $80,329.60 if annualizedWORK SCHEDULEFull-Time: 40 hours per week, year-round. Occasional overtime possible, dependent on organizational needs. Must be able to work shifts that may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed or scheduled at the discretion of Management.This position is 'Open Until Filled'. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until suitable candidates are selected.Potential Housing AvailableThe Town of Breckenridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are selected for hire, the Town will provide a conditional job offer and check your references and conduct a background review before presenting you with a final job offer and scheduling your orientation. If pre-employment drug-testing; medical testing; credit check; Motor Vehicle Record; Colorado Bureau of Investigation background review; or, other background reviews are required, the Town generally makes a conditional offer of hire based on successful completion of these additional steps.The Town of Breckenridge strives to offer competitive and diverse benefit options. For eligible "FTYR" employees, these options may include medical, dental, health and dependent care flexible spending plans, retirement, employee assistance (EAP), life insurance, long-term disability, mid-term disability and supplemental insurance.For further information please click: Full Time / Regular Benefits.01Can you obtain a valid CDL Class B with Passenger and Air Brake Endorsements within 30 days of hire?YesNo02Have you previously worked one (1) or more seasons with the Breckenridge Free Ride?YesNo03Please select the answer below that best describes your previous transit or equivalent driving experience:No Experience6 - 12 Months Experience1 - 2 Years Experience3 - 4 Years Experience5 + Years Experience04Please describe your previous work-related transit and/or equivalent driving experience:05How many years of work-related customer service experience do you possess?No Experience1 Year of Experience2 -3 Years Experience4+ Years Experience06Are you available to work shifts that may include daytime, nights, weekends, and holiday shifts?YesNo07What interests you about the Senior Transit Operator role?08What positive contributions do you believe you could bring to the Breckenridge Free Ride team?09In the last two years, have you ever refused a required drug or alcohol test (or had a verified adulterated or substituted drug test result)?YesNoN/A - I have not participated in USDOT-regulated drug and alcohol testing with previous employers.10In the last two years, have you ever violated any other DOT drug or alcohol testing regulation?YesNoN/A - I have not participated in USDOT-regulated drug and alcohol testing with previous employers.11Have you tested positive, or refused to test, on any pre-employment drug or alcohol test administered by an employer to which you applied for, but did not obtain, safety-sensitive transportation work covered by DOT agency drug and alcohol testing rules in the last two years?YesNo12If you responded "YES" to any questions 9-13 above, please provide documentation or your successful completion of DOT Return-to-Duty requirements. If you do not have this information, please explain why:13Have you ever participated in USDOT-regulated drug and alcohol testing with previous employers?YesNo14In the last two years, have you ever tested positive (0.04 or greater) for alcohol?YesNoN/A - I have not participated in USDOT-regulated drug and alcohol testing with previous employers.15In the last two years, have you ever had a verified positive drug test result?YesNoN/A - I have not participated in USDOT-regulated drug and alcohol testing with previous employers.