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Salary: $26.27 Hourly
Location : Hemet, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26-2900-03
Department: Operations
Opening Date: 03/12/2026
Closing Date: 4/10/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

JOB SUMMARY
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.

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

Your established driving history must be clear of the following:
1) Any suspensions within the past five (5) years;
2) May not have more than three (3) points within the past three (3) years;
3) No two (2) point violations within the past three (3) years.
4) No accidents which the applicant contributed to cause within 3 years from your application date.5) You have appeared in court as required.

NOTE: 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:

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.

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 becomes effective on May 10, 2017. All new commercial driver license 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 few examples of acceptable legal presence documents include:
• 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

A few examples of California residency documents include:
• 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, .
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.

FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION OR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION CLICK HERE:

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***
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.

01

Please indicate the type of valid California Driver's License you possess.

• Class A
• Class B
• Class C
• None

02

Please list any license endorsements you possess. If none, please write N/A.
03

Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

04

Have you had your driving license for a minimum of 1 year?

• Yes
• No

05

Please indicate if your license has been suspended in the last 5 years.

• Yes
• No

06

Please explain any prior license suspensions. If none, please write N/A.
07

This position requires submission of a current DRIVER'S HISTORY REPORT obtained from the DMV kiosk/online history printout (no more than 30 days old) for review. Failure to provide a current driver's history report within 3 days will result in your application being considered incomplete. You can upload this document along with your application or email it to rta_hr@riversidetransit.com or fax to (951) 565-5001. I understand this requirement and have either attached my drivers history report or will fax/email the Driver History Report to the Riverside Transit Agency within 48 hours.

• Yes
• No

08

Please list and explain any and all items on your Driver's History Report (tickets, incidents, accidents, appearances, etc.). If none, please write N/A.
09

RTA requires prospective safety sensitive new hires to be tested for the use of drugs and to complete a pre-employment DOT medical examination. Would you consent to this examination and drug screening at RTA's expense?

• Yes
• No

10

CERTIFICATION: I understand that I cannot update my application once it has been submitted. I have included my full employment history (not just transit-related), including any gaps in employment during the past 10 years. Gaps in employment can be explained in the "Additional Information" section of the application or questions above. I have fully completed all sections, provided full descriptions of my duties for each employer and fully answered all the supplemental questions. I understand that resumes are only used as a supplement and will NOT be reviewed as an application. I also understand that failure to full complete will cause my application to be rejected.

• Yes
• No

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