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If you hold a CT Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), have a high school diploma or a GED, are 22 years old or older, are a safe driver in good standing, and have great customer service skills, we’d like to hear from you!

Bus Driver Requirements

• CT Commercial Driver License (CDL)
  • Endorsements: PF, PS, PA or PV
  • Classification: A or B
• Current driver’s history with no more than two moving violations in two years
• A high school diploma or GED
• Age 22+
• Verifiable work references
• Pass a background check
• Pass a drug screening
• Must be able to work eight consecutive weeks in paid training
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends
• Must be on time every day with no exceptions

Full-Time Benefits

• Healthcare for you and your family
• A dental plan
• A vision plan
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid personal days
• Paid holidays
• Pension benefits
• Free transportation for qualified dependents

How it Works

1. Fill out our online pre-application here>>
2. If you meet requirements, we’ll contact you to come in for an interview.
3. If you are hired, we’ll enroll you in our paid 8-week training program.
4. From there, you’ll drive and receive ongoing support and training.

If you hold a CT Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), have a high school diploma or a GED, are 22 years old or older, are a safe driver in good standing, and have great customer service skills, we’d like to hear from you!

Bus Driver Requirements

• CT Commercial Driver License (CDL)
  • Endorsements: PF, PS, PA or PV
  • Classification: A or B
• Current driver’s history with no more than two moving violations in two years
• A high school diploma or GED
• Age 22+
• Verifiable work references
• Pass a background check
• Pass a drug screening
• Must be able to work eight consecutive weeks in paid training
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends
• Must be on time every day with no exceptions

Part-Time Perks

• While part-timers are not eligible for full-time benefits, choosing to drive part-time with GBT can be a great source of extra income and also holds your place in line to become a full-time driver. Any full-time driving positions that come up at GBT are offered first to part-time drivers.

How it Works

1. Fill out our online pre-application here>>
2. If you meet requirements, we’ll contact you to come in for an interview.
3. If you are hired, we’ll enroll you in our paid 8-week training program.
4. From there, you’ll drive and receive ongoing support and training.

Performs skilled automotive mechanical work in the repair and maintenance of Greater Bridgeport Transits buses, trucks, automobiles, heavy and light equipment, both diesel and gasoline powered, and other mechanical equipment.

This position reports to the Lead Foreman and Foremen. May assist and/or supervise lower classification maintenance employees.

Position Description:

1. Performs any and all work of repair and replacement on a motor vehicle without requiring direction of supervision. This job requires a skilled craftsman of intelligence and ability capable of adequately servicing all vehicles assigned for work by the Authority.

2. Advises Foremen on ay needed repairs to equipment. Assists in the establishment of priorities for planned maintenance and emergency repairs. Plans ad organizes work using repair manuals, diagrams and experience.

3. Inspects, adjusts, repairs and replaces components, parts and safety devices in GBT vehicles.

4. Operates vehicles (buses, trucks, automobiles, fork lift) and equipment (including, but not limited to bus lifts, floor jacks, tire machines, steam cleaner, sand blaster and parts washer.)

5. Uses diagnostic equipment (laptop computer, hand held readeters, etc.) to analyze, test, diagnose and monitor vehicle and equipment functions.

6. Performs preventive maintenance on GBT vehicles and equipment, including but not limited to brakes, suspension components, safety systems, electrical systems, engines and transmissions, component overhauls and bus specific systems (doors, seats, wheelchair lifts, fareboxes, HVAC) and similar mechanical work.

7. Maintains records of all maintenance activities performed.

8. Other duties as assigned by the Lead Foreman or Foremen.

Position Requirements:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to acquire and maintain a commercial drivers license and be able to operate Greater Bridgeport Transit equipment.
• Must have at least five years experience in a related automotive field.  (Employment involving the repair and maintenance of heavy equipment, including diesel engines and a automotive trade school diploma is preferred.)
• Have knowledge of standard practices, methods, tools and equipment usual to automotive and heavy equipment repairs.
• Understand basic theory and operation of engines, transmissions, brakes, suspensions, electricity, pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to give and receive written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to make decisions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Possess oral and written communication skills that can be clearly articulated and understood are essential.

Full-Time Benefits

• Healthcare for you and your family
• A dental plan
• A vision plan
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid personal days
• Paid holidays
• Pension benefits
• Free transportation for qualified dependents

How it Works

1. Fill out our online pre-application here>>
2. If you meet requirements, we’ll contact you to come in for an interview.
3. If you are hired, we’ll enroll you in our paid 8-week training program.
4. From there, you’ll drive and receive ongoing support and training.

The Mechanic Specialist will perform skilled automotive mechanical work in the repair and maintenance of Greater Bridgeport Transit Authoritys buses, trucks, automobiles, heavy and light equipment both diesel and gasoline powered; and other mechanical equipment.

Maintain proper maintenance and repair records, operate agency vehicles as necessary (non-revenue service,) make road calls as needed, recommend purchase of needed tools and supplies, and perform related tasks as required.

This position reports to the Maintenance Foremen and supervises subordinate level Mechanics.

Position Description:

1. Performs any and all work of repair and replacement on a motor vehicle without requiring direction or supervision.This job requires a skilled craftsman of intelligence and ability capable of adequately servicing all vehicles assigned for work by the Authority, in addition thereto, has extraordinary knowledge and skill in at least one major area of repair and replacement, such as transmissions, engines, bodies, electrical, etc.

2. Advises Foreman on any needed repairs to equipment.Assists in the establishment of priorities for planned maintenance and emergency repairs.Plans and organizes work using repair manuals, diagrams and experience.

3. Inspects, adjusts, repairs and replaces components, parts, and safety devices in GBTA vehicles.

4. Operates vehicles (buses, trucks, automobiles, fork lift) and equipment (including but not limited to bus lifts, floor jacks, tire machines, steam cleaner, sand blaster and parts washer).

5. Uses diagnostic equipment (laptop computer, hand held readers, etc.) to analyze, test, diagnose, and monitor vehicle and equipment functions.

6. Performs preventive maintenance on GBTA vehicles and equipment including, but not limited to, brakes, suspension components, safety systems, electrical systems, engines and transmissions, component overhauls, and bus specific systems (doors, seats, wheelchair lifts, fare-boxes, HVAC), and similar mechanical work.

7. Maintains records of all maintenance activities performed.

Position Requirements:

• Graduation from high school or its equivalent with at least three (3) years experience in vehicular repair of heavy-duty equipment or buses.Completion of technical/vocational training in vehicular repair courses preferred.
• Experience with hand held power tools used in the repair of vehicles required.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude required.
• Must possess a valid Connecticut drivers license and be able to obtain a Class B license and medical certificate with ninety (90) days of employment.
• Basic theory and operation of engines, transmissions, brakes, suspensions, electricity, pneumatics and hydraulics, occupational hazards and safety precautions.

Full-Time Benefits

• Healthcare for you and your family
• A dental plan
• A vision plan
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid personal days
• Paid holidays
• Free transportation for qualified dependents
• Pension benefits

How it Works

1. Fill out our online pre-application here>>
2. If you meet requirements, we’ll contact you to come in for an interview.
3. If you are hired, we’ll enroll you in our paid 8-week training program.
4. From there, you’ll drive and receive ongoing support and training.

GBT’s Manager of Facilities and Grounds ensures that all GBT facilities, grounds and equipment are maintained in a state of good repair and in compliance with GBT policies and procedures as well as all local, state and federal regulations. This position has bottom-line responsibility for the facility preventative and corrective maintenance program for all GBT properties and ensures all work is scheduled and completed in accordance with GBT’s Facility Maintenance Plan (FMP) and that the entirety of GBT facilities and grounds are kept safe and in a state of good repair.

The position is also responsible for implementing and ensuring compliance with all OSHA, Lock Out/Tag Out and Department of Environmental Protection requirements and has bottom-line responsibility for troubleshooting mechanical problems involving all aspects of GBT facilities and grounds, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, heating ventilation air conditioning (HVAC), lighting, pneumatic and hydraulic systems and equipment and equipment and other elements of GBT facilities and grounds.

This position reports to the Deputy General Manager and Chief Operating Officer and supervises the Janitor and the Assistant Managers of Facilities and Grounds and GBT contractors.

Position Description:

1. Develops and implements and, from time-to-time, modifies GBTs Facility Maintenance Plan (FMP) covering all buildings, equipment and grounds;
2. Participates and may lead the development of policies and procedures regarding GBTs facilities, equipment and grounds;
3. Ensures that all FMP tasks are generated, completed and tracked through GBTs work order system and all ADA accessibility features are in proper working order;
4. Ensures that GBTs federally funded assets are maintained in a state of good repair;
5. Maintains inspections, reports, work orders and required documents in order to carry out an effective preventive maintenance program and demonstrate compliance with local, state and federal requirements;
6. Participates in and will often lead facility improvement projects from specification development, through construction and project close-out;
7. Prepares GBTs detailed short and long-range capital programs pertaining to facilities and grounds and ensures all capital needs are anticipated based on lifecycles prior to system failure;
8. Prepares GBTs facility and grounds annual budget;
9. Bottom-line responsibility for compliance with all Underground Storage Tank (UST) use including training, tracking and other requirements;
10. Ensures compliance with all National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements pertaining to GBT facilities and grounds;
11. Leads periodic reviews and inspections of GBTs facilities and grounds for compliance with local, state and federal safety requirements;
12. Specifies, assists in procuring and directs the day-to-day activities of GBTs landscaping, electrical, HVAC, fueling system and other contractors working on GBT grounds or facilities;
13. Works closely with GBTs Manager of Grants and Procurements and Chief Financial Officer to ensure all procurements related to facilities are conducted in accordance with GBT/FTA/CDOT procurement procedures;
14. Maintains an up-to-date understanding of industry best practices and current trends related to equipment, facilities, grounds, safety and security applicable to GBT facilities and grounds;
15. Recommends and leads the procurement of the reordering of parts in support of facilities;
16. Oversees contractors for compliance with safety requirements, GBT on-site policies and procedures, technical specifications, contracts and costs to ensure high quality, on-time and on-budget completion;
17. In conjunction with GBTs Parts Coordinator, determines required supplies and equipment necessary for facility maintenance;
18. Has bottom-line responsibility for the maintenance of all hazardous materials documentation and compliance with OSHA requirements in this regard;
19. Has bottom-line responsibility for ensuring GBTs bus station is cleared, prepared and ready for service during and following severe weather emergencies;
20. Arranges, participates and oversees annual required training for GBT staff pertaining to facility, equipment and grounds procedures and safety;
21. Is available at all times to address issues pertaining to GBT facilities and ground;
22. Serves as GBTs Safety Engineer.
23. Other duties as assigned by the Deputy General Manager and Chief Operating Officer or CEO.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in facility planning and management or a related field from an accredited college or university or 8-10 years of experience in facility and grounds maintenance;
• Demonstrated commitment to public transportation;
• Experience with state, federal and municipal government entities/processes;
• Strong analytical skills along with strong written and oral communication skills;
• Valid Connecticut drivers license;
• A complete knowledge of equipment, materials and operating practices of all trades related to the maintenance of building, equipment and grounds on equipment operated by mechanics and other personnel in the performance of their jobs and in the supervision of subcontractors;
• The ability to plan and supervise direct reports and contractors work in a manner conducive to full performance and high moral;
• A detailed understanding of local, state and federal requirements related to system safety, compliance and procurement;
• Excellent organizational skills including the ability to keep records and prepare clear and concise reports;
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) requirements;
• A comprehensive understanding of facility electrical, HVAC, plumbing, safety construction and security systems;
• A comprehensive understanding of fire safety and suppression systems and facility evacuation procedures;
• A comprehensive understanding of facility security, access and surveillance systems;
• General knowledge of grounds-keeping and landscaping;
• General knowledge of computers and software systems used in the support of this position;
• The ability to read construction drawings and other schematic drawings related to the position including buildings, wiring, plumbing and other mechanical systems;
• Experience in the use of transit and facility maintenance equipment including but not limited to scissor lifts, cranes, fork-lifts, pits and lifts;
• Knowledge of administrative principles and methods, including goal setting, program and budget development and implementation; public administration; capital and operating budgets;
• Knowledge of FTA regulations pertaining to procurement and grant management;
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements;
• The ability to exercise sound judgment and creativity in making decisions;
• The ability to interact professionally with all levels of GBT employees and maintain cooperative working relationships;
• The ability to represent GBT before the Board of Commissioners, outside representatives, and public offcials;
• Attendance at evening and early morning meetings and travel required.

Full-Time Benefits

• Healthcare for you and your family
• A dental plan
• A vision plan
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid personal days
• Paid holidays
• Free transportation for qualified dependents
• Pension benefits

How it Works

1. Fill out our online pre-application here>>
2. If you meet requirements, we’ll contact you to come in for an interview.
3. If you are hired, we’ll enroll you in our paid 8-week training program.
4. From there, you’ll drive and receive ongoing support and training.

Responsible for daily maintenance and upkeep of GBT vehicles as it relates to fueling and cleanliness.

This position reports to the Operations Officer and Foreperson and does not exercise supervision of other staff.

Position Description:

1.  Performs fueling, cleaning, washing, fluid level, greasing, oil changing, routine inspection and “odd jobs.” Performs all assigned duties with safety in mind.

2.  Drives bus slowly through wash rack.

3.  Daily services buses, which includes, but is not limited to checking, draining and replenishing fluids, i.e., oil, transmission, power steering, coolant and takes samples as required.

4.  Looks for and reports defects on equipment.

5.  Insures that interiors are free of dust, dirt, stains and grease by thoroughly cleaning dashboards, drivers’ areas, ceiling vents, windows, doors, damp mops floors, step wells and all hard surfaces.

6.  Insures all areas are clean and clear of any obstruction before bus is backed in.  Also insures that the ears on the front lift are completely in to not damage tires when backing over them.

7.  Operates controls that lift and lower the bus and safety locks.

8.  Inspects and completes shop zone, pre-trip and pm cards.

9.  Other duties as assigned by the Operations Officer and Foreperson

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent a must
• CDL license required
• To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty safely and satisfactorily.
• Have the ability to understand and follow safety guidelines
• Must have the ability to handle detail, to stay organized and be accurate.
• Must be able to work with a minimum amount of supervision under stressful conditions.

Full-Time Benefits

• Healthcare for you and your family
• A dental plan
• A vision plan
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid personal days
• Paid holidays
• Pension benefits
• Free transportation for qualified dependents

How it Works

1. Fill out our online pre-application here>>
2. If you meet requirements, we’ll contact you to come in for an interview.
3. If you are hired, we’ll enroll you in our paid 8-week training program.
4. From there, you’ll drive and receive ongoing support and training.