About This Location
Fort Valley, GA is the original location of Blue Bird since its founding in 1927. The main manufacturing facility, employing over 2,000 people, remains as a historical landmark and integral piece of the city’s economy. Departments ranging from Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Materials, Quality, and Human Resources, thrive in this fast-paced environment where the mission is centered on producing the world’s safest and finest quality school bus every day.
Blue Bird South - Fabrication Plant
About This Location
Located just three miles south of the main manufacturing facility in Fort Valley, Blue Bird’s Fabrication Facility is affectionately named “Blue Bird South.” Employing over 100 skilled production associates, Blue Bird South fabricates bus materials needed for assembly at the main manufacturing facility.
About This Town
Chartered in 1856 and historically known as the Peach Capitol of the World and largest peach producing area, Fort Valley, GA is famous for its history of longevity. Here in the “City of Excellence”, lies the exposure to community involvement and development, recreational activities, and dynamic business practices. As the home of Blue Bird Corporation, Fort Valley has played a major role in the company’s rich heritage.