Bus Driver Jobs

• Are you at least 18 years old?
• Must be able to work any shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Must be flexible with schedule changes. VTA is a 24/7 operation.
• Do you have a valid California Class C Driver’s License with a good driving record?
• Do you have a High School Diploma or equivalent?

• Career development opportunities within VTA
• Great no or low cost medical plan options
• NEW Starting/Training Pay of $26.80/hour
• Dental and vision plans paid by VTA
• Progress to make $41.23/hour in 3 years or less.
• Pay for higher education with tuition reimbursement
• Great Pension & Retirement benefits

• In-Person Written Examination
• Interview
• In-Person Performance Examination
• Apply Online

Upon request, accommodations are provided to people who need assistance in obtaining position availability information, completion of employment applications, position testing, and interviewing processes. Requests must be received prior to an applicants' scheduled examination date.

Typical Tasks

• Prepares accident and incident reports;
• Picks up and drops off passengers at designated bus stops;
• Performs related work as required.
• Operates the wheelchair lift when necessary and secures passengers' wheelchairs;
• Keeps records;
• Aids passengers in boarding or departing the motor coach as needed;
• Calls out stops and provides information to passengers;
• Collects fares and sells day passes;
• Operates a motor coach safely and in accordance with a designated schedule;
• Operates a two-way radio;
• Maintains order on the motor coach;

Employment Standards
Training and experience equivalent to a High School Diploma and possession of a valid California Class C driver's license at the time of appointment, and the ability to obtain and maintain a valid California Class B license.
Driving record may not have more than three (3) moving violations or one (1) cell phone violation within the last three (3) years. No recent DUI violations.
Must be eighteen (18) years of age at the time of application.
Must have a good attendance record at school and/or previous job.
Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and odd and unusual hours.

Knowledge of:

• Safe driving practices.

• Follow a schedule;
• Perform simple arithmetic.
• Read maps;
• Learn to operate a two-way radio;
• Maintain simple records;
• Deal courteously and effectively with the public;
• Learn to operate a motor coach in a safe manner;
• Follow oral and written instructions which are given in English;
• Prepare accident, incident, and other reports in English;