Careers
Who Are We?
Sonny Merryman is one of the nation’s leading bus & people-moving equipment companies. Our vehicles transport students and the community across Virginia and as well as other states across the country. We’re a small business but a big fish in our respective pond as Virginia’s largest and most experienced bus company and one of the most respected and successful dealerships in the country. Our team of nearly 200 employees works across our four locations in Central Virginia (Evington/Lynchburg), Greater Richmond (Ashland), Hampton Roads (Chesapeake), and Northern Virginia (Bristow/Manassas). We love to help our Customers when problems arise, and our employees would tell you that we appreciate each other and treat our fellow coworkers with respect. Put simply: we’re a bus company, but if you dig a little deeper, you’ll understand we’re much more than that.
Take a glimpse into what it means to be part of Team Sonny.
What Do We Do?
We are a bus dealership that sells, services, and provides parts for school buses and commercial buses used to transport community members. Besides buses, we have supporting business units that sell trailers, rent storage containers, provide parts services to city garages, and we even operate a collection of local Napa stores.
Why Be a Part of Team Sonny?
There’s a reason many of our employees have 10+ years of service on Team Sonny. Here are a few to consider:
- Our Culture. It’s what we call the “Sonny Merryman Way,” and it has a very specific recipe that all comes down to the ingredients – our core values. We’re a company that believes in taking care of our customers as well as our team.
- Competitive Pay. We believe in a livable, fair market wage for all of our employees.
- Paid Time Off. Full time employees immediately start accruing time upon hire; that’s in addition to the seven paid holidays.
- Medical and Prescription / Dental Coverage. Multiple plans are available for you as well as your family at competitive monthly premiums.
- Employee-Stock Ownership Plan. It’s a company retirement plan our employees don’t pay a single dollar into but rather are awarded simply for their continued years of service.
- Optional 401K. In addition to our ESOP, we also provide employees with a 401k program.
- Growth and Advancement. We’re a team that wants to be better today than we were yesterday. We grow as a team as well as individuals.
- Security. Last but by all means certainly not least – job security. We keep good people for an awfully long time. Founded in 1967, we are a trusted partner of the transportation community and work hard to maintain and continue to earn the loyal business of our customers.
Sonny Merryman Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
Think you’re a good fit for our team?
Click the button below to fill out our preliminary employment interest form and one of our team members will contact you.
Career Openings
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accounts receivable specialist
Sonny Merryman Central VA Location (Evington, VA) | Full-time, Mon-Fri.
If you’re detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about maintaining financial accuracy, this may be the perfect opportunity for you.
Read MoreWho Are you?
You’re analytical, dependable, and comfortable working behind the scenes to keep things running smoothly. You enjoy reconciling accounts, solving billing issues, and communicating with customers to keep payments on track. You’re motivated by precision, timeliness, and contributing to a healthy cash flow. Whether you’re posting payments or processing collections, you bring focus and professionalism to your work every day.
What kind of stuff will you be doing?
As an Accounts Receivable Specialist at Sonny Merryman, you’ll help ensure the accuracy of our financial records and maintain healthy customer relationships by posting payments, managing aging reports, and supporting collections efforts.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Posting customer payments (cash, check, credit card, wire, ACH)
- Monitoring aging reports and following up on past-due accounts
- Investigating and resolving billing discrepancies or chargebacks
- Communicating with customers and internal teams to resolve issues
- Supporting and preparing documentation for court collections
- Ensuring compliance with internal policies and legal standards
What experiENCE and/or qualifications do you need?
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 2+ years of accounts receivable or general office experience
- Knowledge of office practices and A/R procedures
- Ability to prioritize tasks and make decisions quickly
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Proficiency in general office software and systems
- Ability to work independently and stay organized
Why This Role Matters:
This position helps ensure financial stability and supports company operations by keeping our receivables clean, current, and well-documented. From timely payment posting to proactive collections follow-up, your work supports every department’s success.
Perks of the Role:
- Competitive salary with opportunity for growth
- Health, dental & vision insurance
- 401K and employee stock ownership (ESOP)
- PTO and 8 paid holidays
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
If you’re interested in the opportunity to be a vital part of the accounting team and help drive financial accuracy and customer satisfaction at Sonny Merryman, submit your application today. If you are an ideal fit, then one of our team members will be in touch!
CDL Delivery drivers
Sonny Merryman Central VA Location (Evington, VA) | Part time, Mon-Fri.
If you like bringing a smile to Customers’ faces every day and taking in the beautiful views of Virginia, this may be a perfect fit.
Read MoreWho Are You?
You love a good road trip and enjoy taking in new scenery. Whether following directions from a GPS or a map, you can find your way almost anywhere. You value safety and would never consider texting while driving or any other distraction from the road. You are honest and tend to smile a lot more than you frown (or scowl). Your schedule is flexible, and you can roll with quick delivery changes.
What Kind of Stuff Will You Be Doing?
You will be on the road bringing smiles to Customers’ faces when you deliver their new buses and vehicles safely and efficiently. Most of your trips will be in Virginia but occasionally you may take a trip to a neighboring state. As a driver for Sonny Merryman, you’ll also be a rolling billboard for our company along the roads of Virginia.
What Experience and/or Qualifications Do You Need?
- Clean driving record
- Valid CDL, minimum Class B
- Flexible schedule
If you’re interested in this position, submit an application and one of our team members will contact you.
Once you speak with a Sonny Merryman representative, you may be asked to submit a full application. Click the link below to download a paper application or submit your application online.