Fixed Route Local Driver - Valley Metro

Our Next Training Class Starts on Monday April 13th, 2026! We Are Currently Offering a $2,250 Sign-On Bonus for CDL or CDL Permit Holders with Passenger & Air Brakes Endorsements! Position may be required to work at either our Mesa, AZ or Tempe, AZ locations What we offer: Medical, Dental, Vision benefits; effective on Day One Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities Paid Training 401(k) Full-time positions only Knowledge and Experience: Must be minimum 21 years of age 3 years verifiable valid Driver's license A Valid Arizona Class A or Class B CDL or CDL Permit (REQUIRED) with Passenger 'P' Endorsement (STRONGLY PREFERRED) Must have clean driving record for the last 7 years Must be able to pass a 10-year criminal background check Must have stable work history Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include split shifts, late nights, weekends, and holidays (Only Full-time positions available) Experience working with the public Must have excellent face to face customer service skills Must be able to work at either our Tempe or Mesa locations Skills: Positive attitude and enjoy working with the general public Exceptional judgement Fast learner Able to follow directions Key Accountabilities: Customer Service: Ensure customers feel welcome Effectively communicate with passengers especially in the event of service disruptions Provide passengers with assistance as needed Accommodate passengers with information such as schedule, guidance, etc. Safety: Ensure safe on-road operations while maintaining on-time performance Familiarity with assigned routing and detours Awareness of ADA Policies and Procedures Understanding of ADA Compliance Proper operation of all wheelchair lifts, for each bus model Report immediately to dispatch any vehicular accident or passenger incident and follow the incident and accident reporting procedures Operations: Collect the prescribed fares and notify dispatch of any type of fare evasion or fraud Perform pre and post trip inspections and enter all defects into the ZONAR system Follow exact deadhead routing and their assigned revenue service routes Depart the start of each route exactly on-time and never operate ahead of schedule Report any bunching of buses or other problems that may disrupt scheduled service Perform other duties as assigned Additional Statements: Drug and alcohol screening: Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment drug and alcohol screen and a favorable background check. Must pass a physical examination. EEO statement: Our policy is to afford Equal Employment Opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or gender identification. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Keolis Commuter Services