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Become a Bus Operator

The Department of Transportation hiring office is continuing to screen applicants for the Bus Operator positions. Please note that due to the current situation, the screening process may take longer than usual. We thank you in advance for your patience. 

Looking for a good job and a great place to work?

operatorBecome a Bus Operator

  • Receive good pay.
  • Get great benefits.
  • Make a difference in the life of a child.

How to Apply

To complete an application online, follow the steps below:

1. Go to www.mcpscareers.org

2. Scroll down and click on "apply to support jobs" under POTENTIAL EMPLOYEES

3. Scroll down until you see the advertisement for Bus Operator.  Click on the "Apply" button (located directly below the position title).

4. Create a username and password (make note of this information).

5. Click on "New User" and begin filling out the information.

6. Upon completion, please click "Submit."  You will receive an e-mail confirming your application submission.

Once the application has been submitted, it will take approximately 7-10 business days for the screening to take place.  If all requirements are met, you will receive a call to set up an interview.

Walk In
DOT Human Resources Unit
16651 Crabbs Branch Way
Rockville, Maryland 20855
Directions (PDF)

Telephone:
240-740-6080

Fax:
301-548-4982

Email:
Ms. Abby Reyes-Salazar
Transportation Staffing Manager

Ms. Rebecca Hale
Employment Process Coordinator

Ms. Debbie Roberts
Administrative Operations Secretary

Excellent Pay & Benefits

benefits

Benefits are for all Full-Time bus operators except substitutes. Full-Time means working 20- to 40-hours per week. Yes, you can get FT benefits working less than 40 hours!

Starting Pay: $17.62/hour (once you obtain your CDL)

Paid Holidays

Bus operators are paid for all school holidays.

Insurance

Personal and Sick Leave

Four (4) days annual personal leave

Ten (10) days annual sick leave

Paid Training

Staff from the Safety/Training Unit will teach you how to drive a bus and administer your Commercial Driver's License (CDL) test on-site. Best of all, you'll be paid while training once you have earned your Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Learner's Permit with the proper endorsements.

Go to MCPS Careers

Telephone: 240-740-6080

Fax: 301-548-4982

Excellent Work Locations

Many of our work locations are conveniently located on Ride On bus routes or near Metro stops.

For addresses and other information about our depots, go to our depot pages: