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Over Labor Day weekend, Saturday, 8/30 to Monday, 9/1, TTT will have increased service.

Type: Route

Cause: Other

Effect: Additional Service

Routes Affected: TTT

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/555-8-30-9-1-increased-ttt

On Tuesday, 9/2 to Friday, 9/5, NMP and PHD will detour due to construction on Lucas Drive. Stops #1402 Lucas/Main Eastbound and #1403 Lucas/Giles Eastbound will not be serviced. A temporary stop will be made 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

BT will operate on Intermediate Service on Labor Day, Monday, 9/1. All Reduced Service Routes will be running on extended hours.

Type: Agency

Cause: Holiday

Effect: Reduced Service

More Info: https://ridebt.org/hours-of-operation

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As a diesel mechanic, you’ve got options — and you could probably make solid money in the private sector.
But here’s the thing: we offer more than just a paycheck.

At Blacksburg Transit, we believe in quality — quality vehicles, quality benefits, and a quality of life that actually lets you enjoy the career you’ve worked hard to build.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll play a key role in keeping our fleet of buses running safely and efficiently. If you’re someone who’s hands-on, detail-driven, and loves solving mechanical challenges, this job is for you.

Competitive Pay

  • Starting Salary: $44,441 – 46,237/year
  • $2,000 Hiring Bonus
    • $600 after a satisfactory 2 months
    • $400 after a satisfactory 4 months
    • $800 after a successful 6-month review

Great Benefits

  • Flexible Paid Time Off — Earn more the longer you stay
  • Top-Tier Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
    • Some plans cost you $0/month
  • VRS Retirement System
  • Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance
  • Click to learn more about our benefits

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!

Why Work With Us?


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

Work-Life Balance

  • On-call rotation (no surprises)
  • Optional overtime at time-and-a-half pay

What You'll Need


  • At least 19 years old
  • A high school diploma or GED
  • Moderate experience as an automotive/diesel mechanic — or equivalent training
  • A valid Virginia CDL (or ability to get one)
  • Ability to obtain a VA State Inspector License and Type II A/C certification within one year

How to Apply

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

Position closes at 5 pm on Friday 9/5/25

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