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HDG Stops 1516 & 1517 Closed

Stops #1516 Harding/Patrick Henry Westbound and #1517 Harding Silverleaf Westbound are closed due to road construction. A temporary stop is available close to stop #1517, see our website for details.

Type: Route

Cause: Construction

Effect: Stop Moved

Routes Affected: HDG, 1516, 1517

More Info: https://ridebt.org/news-alerts/554-hdg-stops-1516-1517-closed

Route Adjustments - CAS, CRB, & HXP

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 - December 2025

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

Wednesday, 12/10 - PHB and SMA/SMS 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: PHB, SMA, SMS

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

Wednesday, 12/10 - HXP on 30 Minute Service

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

Wednesday, 12/10 - CRB Not in Service

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

Wednesday, 12/10 - BMR on 30 Minute Service

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

Wednesday, 12/10 - HDG on 30 Minute Service

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

Wednesday, 12/10 - PHB Not in Service

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

Snow Stanger

ABOUT Maintenance Specialist!

Night Owl? We've Got the Job for You.

Maintainer fueling a BOCJoin Our Award-Winning Team as a Maintenance Specialist

Looking to take the next step in your career? Want stability, great benefits, and a team that takes pride in their work?

At Blacksburg Transit, we’re hiring Maintenance Specialists to help keep our fleet running and our community moving — and we think you might be the perfect fit.

What You’ll Do

You’ll perform essential maintenance tasks that keep our buses clean, fueled, and ready to roll — from inspecting and refueling vehicles to supporting our mechanics with routine upkeep.

This is a great opportunity for someone who likes working with their hands and takes pride in a job well done.

 

What You'll Get

  • Stable schedule — no guesswork, no last-minute changes
  • Reliable pay — $34,586 – 35,984 /year
  • Excellent benefits package, including:
    • Full medical, dental & vision insurance (yes, your monthly premium could be $0)
    • VRS retirement system

Benefits

 

Qualifications

  • At least 19 years old
  • A valid driver’s license and good driving record
  • A high school diploma or GED
  • No bus-driving or mechanical experience required — just a strong work ethic and willingness to learn

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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

 

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 9/5/25 at 5PM.

Apply Now

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