Blacksburg Transit     
 

Due to sustained cold weather limiting bus operations in the early morning hours, several routes will operate on modified schedules for the remainder of the semester.

Type: Agency

Cause: Weather

Effect: Reduced Service

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/573-route-adjustments-due-to-cold-weather

Exam service is scheduled for Friday, 12/12, Saturday, 12/13, and Monday, 12/15 - Wednesday, 12/17. For additional information, see the schedules at https://ridebt.org/schedules, specifically the schedules titled “Exam Service.”

Type: Agency

Cause: Other

Effect: Additional Service

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/576-exam-service-december-2025

While they are not showing up on the map, they are still running.

Type: Route

Cause: Technical Problem

Effect: Other

Routes Affected: PHB, SMA, SMS

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/561-technical-difficulties-2

HXP is now on 30 minute frequency. It will depart from the Maroon Loop at :15 and :45 past the hour and depart from Oak Lane stop #1118 at :00 and :30 past the hour.

Type: Route

Cause: Other

Effect: Reduced Service

Routes Affected: HXP

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/581-wednesday-12-10-route-adjustments

CRB is not in service. Use HWB instead. HWB will service Brexx at approx: :05, :20, :35 and :50 after the hour.

Type: Route

Cause: Other

Effect: Modified Service

Routes Affected: CRB

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/581-wednesday-12-10-route-adjustments

BMR will be on 30 minute frequency at 12 PM. It will depart from the Orange Loop at :00 and :30 past the hour and depart from Chicken Hill/Southgate stop #1725 at :10 and :40 past the hour.

Type: Route

Cause: Other

Effect: Reduced Service

Routes Affected: BMR

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/581-wednesday-12-10-route-adjustments

HDG will be on 30 minute frequency at 12 PM. It will depart from the Maroon Loop at :15 and :45 past the hour and depart from Ascot Lane stop #1511 at :28 and :58 past the hour.

Type: Route

Cause: Other

Effect: Reduced Service

Routes Affected: HDG

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/581-wednesday-12-10-route-adjustments

At 12 PM, PHB service will end. Please use NMG, PHD, PRG or TCR instead.

Type: Route

Cause: Other

Effect: No Service

Routes Affected: PHB

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/581-wednesday-12-10-route-adjustments

Starting January 18, 2026, BT will be temporarily adjusting weekday service to accommodate 2 active recalls limiting battery capacity on our 28 electric buses.

Type: Agency

Cause: Technical Problem

Effect: Modified Service

More Info: https://ridebt.org/service-changes

PRG and TCR service will change to TCP. TCP will show up in the app as TCR. TCP service will be on 15 minute frequency. It will time check at Orange Bay 13 at :00, :15, :30, and :45 past the hour. It will service stop #1310 University City/Toms Creek Westbound at :00, :15, :30, and :45 past the hour.

Type: Route

Cause: Other

Effect: Modified Service

Routes Affected: PRG, TCR

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/581-wednesday-12-10-route-adjustments

HWA and HWB service will change to HWC. HWC will show up in the app as HWB. HWC service will be on 15 minute frequency. It will time check at Orange Bay 11 at :00, :15, :30, and :45 past the hour. It will service stop #1209 Stroubles Circle at :00, :15, :30, and :45 past the hour.

Type: Route

Cause: Other

Effect: Other

Routes Affected: HWA, HWB

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/581-wednesday-12-10-route-adjustments

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Mechanic Assistant


Join Our Award-Winning Team as a Mechanic Assistant Maintenance Specialist refueling a BOC vehicle.

Looking for a stable, hands-on job with real growth potential? Want to work with a team that values your skills, supports your goals, and celebrates wins together?

What You’ll Do

As a Mechanic Assistant, you’ll help keep our fleet of buses in top condition. You’ll perform preventive maintenance, and support the team to ensure safe, reliable transit for everyone.

Some Details:

  • Check buses and ensure buses are in safe operating condition; perform repairs or hold buses as needed.
  • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance service on electric, gas and diesel-powered vehicles and diagnoses problems.
  • Change, repair and replace tires and brakes; rotate and balance tires; perform front end alignments.
  • Diagnose and repair wheelchair lifts.
  • Replace parts as necessary; rebuild bus parts, tie rod assemblies, etc.
  • Pick up parts; clean shop regularly.

 

Why You Should Join The Team


  • Stability — Set Monday–Friday schedule, year-round work
  • Security — Competitive salary ($35,970 – $37,423/year)
  • Support — Full benefits package (you could pay nothing for medical!)
  • Purpose — Your work keeps our community moving

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

Perks & Benefits


  • $2,000 Hiring Bonus
    • $600 after a satisfactory 2 months
    • $400 after a satisfactory 4 months
    • $800 after successful 6-month review
  • Excellent Insurance
    • Full medical (as in: you could pay $0)
    • Vision & dental included
  • VRS Retirement System
  • Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Paid Training
  • Work-Life Balance — No late nights, no weekends
  • Click to learn more about our benefits

Qualifications


  • At least 19 years old
  • A valid driver’s license
  • A good driving record
  • A high school diploma or GED
  • 1+ year of experience or training in vehicle/equipment maintenance

No bus-driving experience is necessary, but you do need to have a good driving record!

 

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

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