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Stops #1516 Harding/Patrick Henry Westbound and #1517 Harding Silverleaf Westbound are closed due to road construction. A temporary stop is available 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

UPDATE: Detour extended through 9/19. NMP and PHD on detour. Stops #1402 and #1403 currently closed. Temporary stop at the stop sign at Northview Drive and Giles Road.

Type: Route

Cause: Construction

Effect: Detour

Routes Affected: NMP, PHD, 1402, 1403

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/556-9-2-9-5-nmp-and-phd-detour

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ABOUT Maintenance Specialist!

Night Owl? We've Got the Job for You.


Maintainer fueling a BOCJoin Our Award-Winning Team as a Maintenance Specialist

Looking to take the next step in your career? Want stability, great benefits, and a team that takes pride in their work?

At Blacksburg Transit, we’re hiring Maintenance Specialists to help keep our fleet running and our community moving — and we think you might be the perfect fit.

What You’ll Do

You’ll perform essential maintenance tasks that keep our buses clean, fueled, and ready to roll — from inspecting and refueling vehicles to supporting our mechanics with routine upkeep.

This is a great opportunity for someone who likes working with their hands and takes pride in a job well done.

 

What You'll Get


  • Stable schedule — no guesswork, no last-minute changes
  • Reliable pay — $34,586 – 35,984 /year
  • Excellent benefits package, including:
    • Full medical, dental & vision insurance (yes, your monthly premium could be $0)
    • VRS retirement system

Benefits


 

Qualifications


  • At least 19 years old
  • A valid driver’s license and good driving record
  • A high school diploma or GED
  • No bus-driving or mechanical experience required — just a strong work ethic and willingness to learn

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Job Tools & Extras


  • Shoe stipend
  • Tool reimbursement program
  • Clean, well-equipped shop
  • Modern diagnostic tools and a fleet that ranks among the best maintained in the U.S.
  • A team that works together and takes pride in every vehicle that leaves the garage

 

Let’s Meet!

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to be part of something bigger, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and keep Blacksburg moving!

How to Apply

Apply by 9/5/25 at 5PM.

Apply Now

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