Blacksburg Transit     
 
Spring 2026 Service Changes

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: Other

Effect: Modified Service

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

Friday, 1/30 - BMR, UCB and BLU/GRN Not On Map

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

Type: Route

Cause: Technical Problem

Effect: Other

Routes Affected: BMR, CAS, HWA, NMG, PHB, PRG, UCB, BLU, GRN

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

Friday, 1/30 - CAS on 15 Minute Service

CAS is on 15 minute service. CAS will time check at the Orange & Maroon Loops: :10, :25, :40 & :55 past the hour.

Type: Route

Cause: Weather

Effect: Reduced Service

Routes Affected: CAS

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/588-friday-1-30-service-update

Friday, 1/30 - HDG on 30 Minute Service

HDG is on 30 minute service. HDG will time check Maroon Loop :15 & :45 past - Ascot Ln. :28 and :58 past the hour.

Type: Route

Cause: Weather

Effect: Reduced Service

Routes Affected: HDG

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/588-friday-1-30-service-update

Friday, 1/30 - HXP on 30 Minute Service

HXP is on 30 minute service. HXP will time check at Maroon Loop :15 & :45 past - Oak Ln. :00 & :30 past the hour.

Type: Route

Cause: Weather

Effect: Reduced Service

Routes Affected: HXP

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/588-friday-1-30-service-update

Friday, 1/30 - Christiansburg: No Service to Nugget Ridge

There is no service to Nugget Ridge today due to road conditions. Stops 2180, 2181, 2182, 2183 and 2195 will not be serviced.

Type: Route

Cause: Weather

Effect: Detour

Routes Affected: BLU, 2180, 2181, 2182, 2183, 2195

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/588-friday-1-30-service-update

Friday, 1/30 - PHB Not in Service

PHB is not in service for the remainder of the day. Please ride PHD, NMG or TCP.

Type: Route

Cause: Other

Effect: Other

Routes Affected: PHB

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/588-friday-1-30-service-update

Friday, 1/30 - BMR on 30 Minute Service

BMR is on 30 minute service. BMR will time check Orange Loop :15 & :45 past the hour - Chicken Hill :25 & :55 past the hour

Type: Route

Cause: Other

Effect: Significant Delays

Routes Affected: BMR

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/588-friday-1-30-service-update

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Why Work for BT?

  • We have fun. While Transit may sound boring, it’s just the opposite. Check out the video above from our annual roadeo and we think you’ll agree.
  • We’re on the leading edge of technology. We installed GPS on our buses back in the 90’s (dont worry, they’ve been upgraded since!), developed our own app and frequently work on research projects to further both BT and the transit industry as a whole.
  • We have a job for everyone. From bus drivers, to mechanics, and administrative staff we have a little of everything, including part-time and full time positions.
  • We’re a team. There’s no “I” in team, right? Well there’s no “I” in BT either. We work together, to make BT the best place to work in Blacksburg.
  • We offer great benefits. Full time positions come with great benefits, including the most important one, health insurance. Rest assured, we offer great health insurance, with great single and family rates.

Benefits - FT

  • Paid Time Off. Our Flexible Leave Plan is "flexible."  The longer you stay with us the more time off you’ll earn.
  • Excellent low cost Health, Dental and Vision Insurance. Depending on the plan you select, your monthly premium may cost you NOTHING. YES, $0 per month! Our health insurance plans and rates are some of the best out there – even when you add your family!
  • Teamwork Makes The Dream Work. It’s that simple, everyone works together as a team and we take a lot of pride in a job done right.
  • Retirement. We’ll help you get to retirement one step at a time through the state provided Virginia Retirement System!
  • Holidays. In addition to our flexible leave plan we also provide an additional 13 paid holidays.
  • Click to learn more about our benefits

How to Apply

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

Positions have varying deadlines, but typically close at 5 pm on Friday's.

All Open Positions for Town of Blacksburg 

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