Community Bus Operator

Job Title: Full Time Community Bus Operator

The Riverside Transit Agency is recruiting to fill openings for our Full Time Community Bus Operator position. This position will operate the Agency's transit bus fleet of 40' or less and provide safe, dependable and courteous public transportation service for the citizens of the RTA service area.

While most Community Bus Operator assignments will be located in Hemet, please be advised that this may also involve assignments at our Riverside Division. 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 Operations Manager and Assistant Operations Manager(s) and under the direct supervision of the Operations Supervisor(s).

Qualification Guidelines

Requirements:

• Stable work history
• Customer Service experience preferred
• Minimum age of 18
• Excellent driving record
• Minimum 12 months of driving history.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Class B Permit/License with endorsements with a current medical certificate
• Additional requirement is that each operator must possess an accurate railroad-type watch, or approved equivalent

Certificates, Licenses, Registration: At the time of application:

• A current, valid, and non-restricted Class C Driver's License is required. Additionally, a DMV Driver's Record Report printout (issued not more than 30 days prior to date of application) must be provided with the application. You must obtain a DRIVER'S RECORD REPORT the DMV kiosk/online history printout process.

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For information regarding non-domiciled commercial driver's licenses (CDLs) holders. Please select FMSCA presser, using the link below: FMCSA PRESSER (Download PDF reader)

Your established driving history must be clear of the following:

• Any suspensions within the past five (5) years;
• May not have more than three (3) points within the past three (3) years;
• No two (2) point violations within the past three (3) years.
• No accidents which the applicant contributed to cause within 3 years from your application date.
• You have appeared in court as required.

Prior to the hire date: Candidates must provide proof of a Class B Permit with the passenger and air brake endorsements; or a current Class A or B License with the proper endorsements. RTA will train new hires to obtain required license. Continued employment is contingent based on the following requirement: All Community Bus Drivers are required to obtain and maintain a valid Class B Driver's License, with the proper endorsements and current medical certificate.

Selection Procedures

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

• Driving record review (pass/fail).
• Final ranking is determined by the oral interview examination (100% weight).

FAILURE TO PROVIDE A CURRENT DRIVERS RECORD REPORT (issued not more than 30 days prior to date of application) will disqualify your application. 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.