Coach Operator INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Job Summary

The Riverside Transit Agency is recruiting to fill current openings for our Full Time Coach Operator position. Our Coach Operators operate the Agency's 40' transit bus fleet and provide safe, dependable and courteous public transportation service for the citizens of the RTA Service area. Please be advised that this may involve assignment at either our Riverside or Hemet locations. Applicants must be available to work 7 days per week, including holidays and all shifts.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Essential job duties include but not limited to:

• Operate Agency transit and support vehicles in both revenue and non-revenue service;
• Maintain an established schedule along a designated route;
• Be available to operate Agency buses on pre-assigned shifts;
• Be responsible for the safety of passengers;
• Collect proper fares according to Agency tariffs;
• Give transit information;
• Collect patronage and revenue data as assigned;
• Prepare report forms;
• Report equipment defects or failures;
• And other related tasks as assigned.

The position will function under the general supervision of the Director of Operations and/or the Assistant Operations Manager(s) and under the direct supervision of the Operations Supervisor(s).

Qualification Guidelines

Requirements:

• Current RTA Community Bus Operator
• Must have successfully completed the 120-day probationary period.
• If not fully licensed, must obtain a Class B Permit/License with endorsements.

In order to be prepared and successful in the recruitment process, interested applicants are urged to visit the California DMV website to obtain study guides and prepare for the Class B permit exams. Please click this link to go to the DMV Study Guide: DMV Study Guide (Download PDF reader)

Candidates must provide proof of a Class B Permit with the passenger and airbrake endorsements; or a current Class A or B License with the proper endorsements. Continued employment is contingent based on the following requirements: All Coach Operators are required to maintain a valid Class B Driver's License, with the proper endorsements and current medical certificate.

Note to Internal Candidates: The following areas will be reviewed as part of the selection process:

• Will be required to pass job related skills test(s). Testing may include, but is not limited to:
• Written test(s)
• Oral test(s)
• Practical test(s)
• Past year performance record will be reviewed:
• Discipline other than attendance & accidents - only 1 written warning in last year. Excludes accidents and attendance, which are described below.
• Must have zero additional disciplinary actions, i.e. no:
• Further Written Warnings
• Final Warnings
• Suspension
• Must have no more than 1 Late Arrival within the last 12 months.
• Must have no more than 1 Attendance Point in the last year.
• Preventable Accidents - only 1 written warning within the last year.
• Performance Appraisal ratings must be at or above "Meets Standards."
• Applications who request to transfer to a different department will be eligible to do so after 1 year of service.

Selection Procedures

FLSA Status: Non-exempt SELECTION PROCEDURES: Applications and driving records will be evaluated and only qualified applicants meeting above requirements will be invited to participate in the selection process.

• Position will be awarded based on seniority order.
• Those promoted will not keep their CBO bidding seniority, instead will be moved to the bottom of the Coach Operator seniority.

The selection procedures may change depending on the needs of the Agency; if such changes apply, qualified applicants will be notified prior to the administration of examinations. The Riverside Transit Agency complies with State and Federal obligations to make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. The Human Resources Department asks that it be advised of accommodation requests prior to the first test part. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the Riverside Transit Agency requires that all new employees provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity. ***RTA IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER***

Benefits

The Riverside Transit Agency offers an attractive benefits package. Maintenance employees and Coach Operators are Union members and receive the following benefits:

• The Riverside Transit Agency contracts with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) to administer the retirement benefits. The current benefit factor formula for all new hires is 2% at 62. Employees with previous CalPERS membership or membership with another employer who has established reciprocity with CalPERS may be eligible for the 2% at 55 benefit factor formula.
• Medical available to employees at minimal cost with a contribution toward dependent coverage, Chiro/Acupuncture/Vision benefits included with Medical Insurance.
• Dental Insurance available at no cost for HMO employee only coverage. PPO coverage is offered; however, RTA will pay up to the HMO employee only premium.
• Vision Insurance available at employee cost.
• Symetra Voluntary Insurance available at employee cost.
• Basic Life Insurance ($35,000) provided at no cost.
• Supplemental Life Insurance available at employee cost.
• Deferred Compensation Programs available.
• Free Transportation Pass for employee and eligible dependents.
• Direct Deposit available
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid time off earned in 1st year: 2 weeks' vacation, 8 floating holidays, 7 regular holidays, and 7 sick leave days.
• Employee Assistance Programs available for employee and immediate family members.