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Maroon Loop Closed

Construction in the Maroon Loop at the Transit Center will cause BT to detour all routes to the Orange Loop from Monday, 7/7 through early August. All other BT stops will be serviced.

Type: Agency

Cause: Construction

Effect: Detour

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/541-maroon-loop-closed

8/18 - 8/22 - Intermediate Service

BT will operate on Intermediate Service from Monday, 8/18 to Friday, 8/22. All Reduced Service Routes will be running on extended hours. Full Service begins Saturday, 8/23.

Type: Agency

Cause: Other

Effect: Modified Service

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/545-intermediate-service-monday-8-18-friday-8-22

CRC and SMS Service Changes

CRC will no longer service South Stadium and Chicken Hill. Please use BMR. CRC will no longer service certain Professional Park stops. Please use SMS. See our website for details.

Type: Route

Cause: Other

Effect: Other

Routes Affected: CRC, SMS

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/545-intermediate-service-monday-8-18-friday-8-22

8/17 - HDG Stops 1516 & 1517 Closed

On Sunday, 8/17 stops #1516 Harding/Patrick Henry Westbound and #1517 Harding Silverleaf Westbound will close due to road construction. A temporary stop will be placed close to stop #1517, see our website for details.

Type: Route

Cause: Construction

Effect: Stop Moved

Routes Affected: HDG, 1516, 1517

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/554-hdg-stops-1516-1517-closed

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Why Work for BT?

  • We have fun. While Transit may sound boring, it’s just the opposite. Check out the video above from our annual roadeo and we think you’ll agree.
  • We’re on the leading edge of technology. We installed GPS on our buses back in the 90’s (dont worry, they’ve been upgraded since!), developed our own app and frequently work on research projects to further both BT and the transit industry as a whole.
  • We have a job for everyone. From bus drivers, to mechanics, and administrative staff we have a little of everything, including part-time and full time positions.
  • We’re a team. There’s no “I” in team, right? Well there’s no “I” in BT either. We work together, to make BT the best place to work in Blacksburg.
  • We offer great benefits. Full time positions come with great benefits, including the most important one, health insurance. Rest assured, we offer great health insurance, with great single and family rates.

Benefits - FT

  • Paid Time Off. Our Flexible Leave Plan is "flexible."  The longer you stay with us the more time off you’ll earn.
  • Excellent low cost Health, Dental and Vision Insurance. Depending on the plan you select, your monthly premium may cost you NOTHING. YES, $0 per month! Our health insurance plans and rates are some of the best out there – even when you add your family!
  • Teamwork Makes The Dream Work. It’s that simple, everyone works together as a team and we take a lot of pride in a job done right.
  • Retirement. We’ll help you get to retirement one step at a time through the state provided Virginia Retirement System!
  • Holidays. In addition to our flexible leave plan we also provide an additional 13 paid holidays.
  • Click to learn more about our benefits

How to Apply

Apply by submitting an application to the Town of Blacksburg via the link below.

Positions have varying deadlines, but typically close at 5 pm on Friday's.

All Open Positions for Town of Blacksburg 

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