CAMPAIGN - Community Bus Driver

This posting is by appointment only. Selected candidates will be provided with an option to schedule an appointment.

If you would like to apply but are unable to attend this event, please apply under our separate active Community Bus Driver EFFECTIVE 7/1/26 Recruitment (26-2900-01).

The Riverside Transit Agency is recruiting to fill openings for our Full Time Community Bus Driver 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 Driver 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.

• 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).

• Stable and consistent 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
• Additional requirement is that each driver must possess an accurate railroad-type watch, or approved equivalent

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.
• For information regarding non-domiciled commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) holders. Please select FMCSA presser, using the link below.

• 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.

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 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.

PLEASE NOTE:

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) wants to inform commercial driver license (CDL) customers about new requirements and updated acceptable documents that become effective on May 10, 2017. All new CDL applicants will be required to provide the DMV with proof of California residency as well as proof of U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residency, or legal presence. The new requirements apply to original and renewal CDL applicants, as well as CDL cardholders who request a license upgrade.

• A valid, unexpired U.S. passport or passport card
• Certified copy of a birth certificate with a State Office of Vital Statistics or equivalent
• A valid, unexpired Permanent Resident Card
• A valid, unexpired employment authorization document (EAD)
• A valid, unexpired foreign passport with an approved I-94 form

• Rental or lease agreement
• Mortgage bill
• Home utility bills (including cellular phone)
• Medical documents
• Employment documents

For the full list of documents accepted to verify legal presence and California residency visit

FLSA Status:
Non-exempt

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.

FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION OR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION :
Application Guide.

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.

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