FT Year Round CDL Bus Operator

RFTA•Glenwood Springs, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Roaring Fork Transportation Authority (RFTA), the largest rural transit agency in the U.S., in the stunning Colorado Rockies. Known for innovative and reliable transit, RFTA connects vibrant communities while supporting sustainability and quality of life. This is an exciting Full-Time, Year-Round CDL Bus Operator Position in Aspen, Colorado! RFTA is actively seeking Full-Time, Year-Round Career Transit Operators for our operations in Aspen and Glenwood Springs, Colorado. We offer an unbeatable compensation package that includes competitive pay, generous bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. Plus, we provide paid CDL training to kickstart your journey with us.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English is required.
Must possess and maintain a Class B Colorado State Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a P2 endorsement.
Pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination and obtain a DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate for a minimum of a 2-year qualifying period.
Maintain current DOT Medical Examiner's Certification.
Must be at least nineteen (19) years of age.
Must have three (3) years of licensed driving experience.
No more than two (2) minor traffic violations within the past three (3) years.
No major violations within the past five (5) years.

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma is preferred.
Previous experience operating large vehicles is preferred but not mandatory.
RFTA offers paid training to obtain your CDL.
We offer training courses to help you obtain your CDL Class B for the state of Colorado.

Responsibilities

Operate transit buses in revenue and non-revenue service while strictly adhering to RFTA policies, directives, and all federal and Colorado traffic laws.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of streets, bus routes, stops, fare structure, and bus pass programs within RFTA's service area.
Represent RFTA professionally, working effectively in a diverse environment, exercising sound judgment, and delivering high-quality service to external and internal customers.
Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of transit buses, ensuring mechanical soundness and safety compliance.

Benefits

Competitive pay starting at $31.36 per hour.
Regular overtime opportunities.
Health, dental, life, and vision insurance.
Discounted options for other plans and families.
Retirement plan with RFTA contributing 12.5% of your income to a retirement savings account.
Ski Pass for Aspen/Snowmass (unlimited pass, blackout dates may apply) or a $425 cash bonus.
22 vacation days accrued per year.
12 sick leave days accrued per year.
RFTA Bus Pass for employees and dependents.
Employee housing opportunities up to five years.