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CAS is on 15 minute frequency on weekdays 7 AM - 10 PM for the foreseeable future. These changes are reflected in the app.

Type: Route

Cause: Other

Effect: Reduced Service

Routes Affected: CAS

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

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: Maintenance

Effect: No Service

Routes Affected: CRB

More Info:

HDG is on 30 minute frequency. It departs Maroon Bay 3 at :00 and :30 past the hour and Ascot Lane at :28 and :58 past the hour.

Type: Route

Cause: Maintenance

Effect: Reduced Service

Routes Affected: HDG

More Info:

HXP is on 30 minute frequency. It departs Maroon Bay 4 at :15 and :45 past the hour and Oak Lane at :00 and :30 past the hour.

Type: Route

Cause: Maintenance

Effect: Reduced Service

Routes Affected: HXP

More Info:

PHB is on 24 minute frequency all day. For additional service, please take PHD or NMG. PHB will begin at 7:24 AM, then, at 7 AM, 9 AM, 11 AM, 1 PM, 3 PM and 5 PM: it departs Maroon Bay 9 at :00, :24 and :48 past the hour and Patrick Henry Drive at :12 and :36 past the hour. At 8 AM, 10 AM, 12 PM, 2 PM, 4 PM and 6 PM: it departs Maroon Bay 9 at :12 and :36 past the hour and Patrick Henry Drive at :00, :24 and :48 past the hour.

Type: Route

Cause: Maintenance

Effect: Reduced Service

Routes Affected: PHB

More Info:

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

Type: Route

Cause: Technical Problem

Effect: Other

Routes Affected: CRC, NMG, PHD, UCB, BLU, GRN

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

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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
    • $600 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!

 

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 submitting an application to the Town of Blacksburg via the link below. Position closes at 5 pm on 3/6/26.

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