Bus Operator
San Luis Obispo Regional Transit Authority (RTA)
Our Bus Operators are the most important part of our transit system. You are the first face our passengers see and the most important contact to RTA. Driving a bus is a skilled profession but it is really a job about helping people in your community. RTA is offering a $2,000 signing incentive to bus operators who fulfill the program requirements.
You could be operating any one of the following vehicles: Buses, Paratransit Vehicles, Vans and Trolleys. A Class-B license with passenger and air brake endorsements is required.
No experience, no problem! RTA offers a 40 hour a week comprehensive paid training program to get your Class B license and endorsements Upon successful completion of the 6-7 week training program, operators will be assigned to part-time or full-time bids, as available.
Benefits for Full-Time: Full-time (35+ hours per week) employees receive a benefit package that includes full health coverage insurance for the employee (family medical coverage available at employee’s expense), Personal Time Off, six (6) paid holidays, an RTA-funded 457 Plan and term life insurance.
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Some of the requirements to consider: You must have a good driving record and a valid California Driver’s license. We provide study classes to help you get your Class B driver’s permit. Please note that a Class B does require you to be at least 21 years of age. You will learn to apply proper driving procedures, which are trained, learn the transit routes and schedules, and be able to read, understand, and interpret transit system operating rules, regulations, and policies. A background check and health screening take place before an applicant’s start date.
We would love to add you as an addition to our team! When applying please use a valid email address as this will be used to communicate through the hiring process and thereafter.
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page. This recruitment requires you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.
An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.
(RTA) The Regional Transit Authority is a Joint Powers Agency serving residents and visitors of: Arroyo Grande, Atascadero, Grover Beach, Morro Bay, Paso Robles, Pismo Beach, San Luis Obispo, and The County of San Luis Obispo. For further information regarding the San Luis Obispo Regional Transit Authority, visit our website at www.slorta.org.
THIS RECRUITMENT AND THE POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING IS WITH THE SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY (RTA), WHICH IS AN INDEPENDENT JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY NOT AFFILIATED WITH THE COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO.
RTA has contracted the services of the San Luis Obispo County Human Resources Department for administering and processing employment applications.
RTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. RTA does not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. RTA is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its equal employment opportunity plan in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. RTA's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Plan is available online at www.slorta.org. If you have a disability or special need that requires reasonable accommodation, please contact RTA directly at (805) 781-4472.
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Veteran's Preference Points
If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. Click here for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran’s credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.
