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Bus Driver jobs on OPT are available through public transit agencies, school districts, and private operators. Most roles require a Commercial Driver's License, which takes time to obtain, so starting that process early is critical for OPT students managing authorization timelines.
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The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.
Who We Are as an Employer:
At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.
DPU:
The Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is the state agency responsible for overseeing investor-owned electric power, natural gas, and water companies in Massachusetts. It regulates the safety of bus companies, moving companies, transportation network companies, and oversees the safety of natural gas pipelines and the MBTA.
Job Description:
DETAILED STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Analyzes records, and documents of motor carrier companies through desk reviews to determine compliance with established procedures and regulations.
- Audits motor carrier operational records; verifying the accuracy of driver and maintenance records; and reviewing the policies and procedures of companies audited to ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
- Performs audit control functions by inspecting equipment and/or providing the 14-passenger restricted road test evaluation to ensure compliance with standard safety practices and applicable laws, rules and regulations.
- Provides technical assistance to agency staff and to agencies and companies audited by advising them on such matters as operating compliance with established procedures; by interpreting applicable laws, rules, and regulations; and by explaining agency reports, regulations and procedures.
- Develops information for preparing regulations, report forms, and procedural manuals by analyzing objectives and requirements and conferring with agency personnel to obtain statistical data and supportive documentation to conduct effective and comprehensive examinations of records.
- Testifies at administrative hearings and court proceedings as needed.
- Plan, organize and implement audits of motor carrier company concerns by deciding the scope and format to be used in conducting audits and examinations and by reviewing audit procedures.
- Prepare various statements and reports based on audit findings to reflect compliance with established procedures and standards.
- Coordinate information sharing functions such as executive sessions with Commission.
- Recommend approval of necessary forms for motor carrier companies.
- Investigate and draft response report in response to consumer complaints.
- Review agency policy affecting motor carrier companies’ compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
- Review and evaluate policies and procedures of Agency to ensure proper safeguards and internal controls.
- Develop audit policies and procedures, manuals, and various reporting forms.
- Explain agency reports, regulations, and procedures to public or private organizations.
- Determine the validity of motor carrier company claims.
- Ensure standard performance in conducting audit examinations.
- Provide program and productivity information to agency management for the review, development and implementation.
- Prepare highly technical reports and confidential information for proposed policy changes.
- Prepare investigative research reports for use by law enforcement and/or other regulatory agencies.
- Conduct informal hearings involving staff and consider complaints against motor carrier companies.
QUALIFICATIONS ACQUIRED ON JOB (List knowledge, skills, abilities) - The territory for this position is located in southeastern MA.
- Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, etc. governing the Department of Public Utilities and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Knowledge of the North American Standard Out-of-Service criteria.
- Knowledge of commercial vehicle mechanical systems.
- Knowledge of the types and uses of agency forms.
- Knowledge of federal inspection systems.
- Knowledge of CVIEW, CDLIS, Inspect, UCR and FMCSA Motor Carrier Portal.
- Knowledge of the Transportation Database.
- Mandatory requirement to attend and pass FMCSA course North American Standard of Inspection (“NASTI”) Certification class Part A and Part B. As well as the Passenger Vehicle Inspection class.
Qualifications
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in accounting or auditing, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. A Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience.
II. A Graduate degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required experience.
- Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.
Note: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of two years of the required experience.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards!
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Official Title: Auditor III
Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-Boston-1 South Station
Job: Accounting and Finance
Agency: Department of Public Utilities
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day
Job Posting: Aug 12, 2026, 9:33:44 AM
Number of Openings: 1
Salary: 73,615.88 - 106,401.62 Yearly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Melixza Esenyie/EEADiversity@mass.gov - 6178723270
Bargaining Unit: 06-NAGE - Professional Admin.
Confidential: No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes
Who We Are:
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.
Who We Are as an Employer:
At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.
DPU:
The Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is the state agency responsible for overseeing investor-owned electric power, natural gas, and water companies in Massachusetts. It regulates the safety of bus companies, moving companies, transportation network companies, and oversees the safety of natural gas pipelines and the MBTA.
Job Description:
DETAILED STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Analyzes records, and documents of motor carrier companies through desk reviews to determine compliance with established procedures and regulations.
- Audits motor carrier operational records; verifying the accuracy of driver and maintenance records; and reviewing the policies and procedures of companies audited to ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
- Performs audit control functions by inspecting equipment and/or providing the 14-passenger restricted road test evaluation to ensure compliance with standard safety practices and applicable laws, rules and regulations.
- Provides technical assistance to agency staff and to agencies and companies audited by advising them on such matters as operating compliance with established procedures; by interpreting applicable laws, rules, and regulations; and by explaining agency reports, regulations and procedures.
- Develops information for preparing regulations, report forms, and procedural manuals by analyzing objectives and requirements and conferring with agency personnel to obtain statistical data and supportive documentation to conduct effective and comprehensive examinations of records.
- Testifies at administrative hearings and court proceedings as needed.
- Plan, organize and implement audits of motor carrier company concerns by deciding the scope and format to be used in conducting audits and examinations and by reviewing audit procedures.
- Prepare various statements and reports based on audit findings to reflect compliance with established procedures and standards.
- Coordinate information sharing functions such as executive sessions with Commission.
- Recommend approval of necessary forms for motor carrier companies.
- Investigate and draft response report in response to consumer complaints.
- Review agency policy affecting motor carrier companies’ compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
- Review and evaluate policies and procedures of Agency to ensure proper safeguards and internal controls.
- Develop audit policies and procedures, manuals, and various reporting forms.
- Explain agency reports, regulations, and procedures to public or private organizations.
- Determine the validity of motor carrier company claims.
- Ensure standard performance in conducting audit examinations.
- Provide program and productivity information to agency management for the review, development and implementation.
- Prepare highly technical reports and confidential information for proposed policy changes.
- Prepare investigative research reports for use by law enforcement and/or other regulatory agencies.
- Conduct informal hearings involving staff and consider complaints against motor carrier companies.
QUALIFICATIONS ACQUIRED ON JOB (List knowledge, skills, abilities) - The territory for this position is located in southeastern MA.
- Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, etc. governing the Department of Public Utilities and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Knowledge of the North American Standard Out-of-Service criteria.
- Knowledge of commercial vehicle mechanical systems.
- Knowledge of the types and uses of agency forms.
- Knowledge of federal inspection systems.
- Knowledge of CVIEW, CDLIS, Inspect, UCR and FMCSA Motor Carrier Portal.
- Knowledge of the Transportation Database.
- Mandatory requirement to attend and pass FMCSA course North American Standard of Inspection (“NASTI”) Certification class Part A and Part B. As well as the Passenger Vehicle Inspection class.
Qualifications
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in accounting or auditing, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. A Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience.
II. A Graduate degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required experience.
- Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.
Note: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of two years of the required experience.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards!
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Official Title: Auditor III
Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-Boston-1 South Station
Job: Accounting and Finance
Agency: Department of Public Utilities
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day
Job Posting: Aug 12, 2026, 9:33:44 AM
Number of Openings: 1
Salary: 73,615.88 - 106,401.62 Yearly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Melixza Esenyie/EEADiversity@mass.gov - 6178723270
Bargaining Unit: 06-NAGE - Professional Admin.
Confidential: No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Bus Driver
Start your CDL before your OPT begins
A Commercial Driver's License is required for nearly all bus driver positions. Begin CDL training and testing while still in school so you're job-ready on day one of your OPT period, not weeks into it.
Target public transit agencies first
Municipal and regional transit authorities like city bus systems frequently hire on OPT because they're familiar with federal work authorization. They often have structured onboarding that accommodates documentation requirements more smoothly than private operators.
Confirm your OPT EAD covers your start date
Bus driver hiring often moves quickly once you pass background and road tests. Verify your Employment Authorization Document is valid before your first day, since driving routes without active authorization creates serious immigration compliance risks.
Disclose your work authorization early in the process
Background checks and CDL verification already make bus driver hiring thorough. Raising your OPT status early avoids late-stage delays and shows professionalism. Most transit employers appreciate transparency over last-minute documentation surprises during onboarding.
Check whether your degree field supports this role for STEM OPT
STEM OPT extension requires a direct connection between your degree and your job. Transportation management, logistics, or engineering degrees may support a STEM extension argument for certain bus operations or fleet management roles.
Track your OPT end date against probationary periods
Many transit agencies have 90-day probationary periods before confirming permanent placement. Make sure your OPT authorization extends well past that window, or begin H-1B visa or other visa discussions with your employer before probation ends.
Bus Driver OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a bus driver on F-1 OPT?
Yes, F-1 OPT authorizes full-time employment in positions related to your field of study. Bus driver roles can qualify depending on your degree, particularly for students with backgrounds in transportation, logistics, or related fields. Your Employment Authorization Document must be valid before you begin driving any route.
Do bus driver employers typically sponsor OPT students?
Public transit agencies are generally more accommodating of OPT work authorization than private employers because they operate under structured HR processes familiar with federal documentation requirements. School districts and regional transit authorities are good targets. Browse open positions on Migrate Mate to find employers actively open to OPT candidates in transportation roles.
Does a bus driver role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree. A standard bus driver position alone is unlikely to qualify, but roles with a logistics, transportation engineering, or fleet operations component may support a STEM OPT extension if your degree is in a STEM-designated field. Your DSO and employer must both agree the job is directly related to your program of study.
Can I get a CDL while on F-1 status before OPT starts?
Yes, obtaining a Commercial Driver's License while on F-1 status is legal because holding a license is not the same as working. You can complete CDL training and pass the licensing exam before your OPT period begins, so you're fully qualified to start driving the moment your Employment Authorization Document becomes valid.
What happens to my bus driver job if my OPT expires before I get an H-1B?
You must stop working the day your OPT authorization expires. If your H-1B wasn't selected in the lottery or your petition is still pending, you'll lose work authorization. Some transit employers will hold positions for cap-gap periods if an H-1B petition was filed on time. Discuss this scenario with your employer well before your OPT end date.