CDL - Licensed Test & Support Driver (Transit Vehicles)

ElDorado National California Inc•Riverside, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The CDL-Licensed Test & Support Driver is responsible for operating transit vehicles in support of road testing, engineering validation, demonstrations, and special events. This role works closely with Engineering, Quality, and Program teams to ensure vehicles are safely operated, properly evaluated, and professionally presented during testing and customer-facing activities.

Requirements

Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement
Clean driving record and ability to meet DOT medical requirements
Experience operating transit buses, coaches, or heavy vehicles
Strong attention to detail and safety awareness
Ability to follow written procedures and test plans
Ability to sit for extended periods while driving
Ability to climb steps, enter/exit vehicles frequently
Occasional travel and extended work hours during testing or events
Exposure to outdoor conditions during road testing and events
Safety-focused mindset
Clear written and verbal communication
Professional customer interaction
Attention to documentation accuracy
Team collaboration across departments

Responsibilities

Operate transit buses and specialty vehicles in compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and company safety requirements
Conduct engineering road tests, durability runs, and functional evaluations per test plans
Provide real-time feedback to Engineering on vehicle performance, drivability, and operational issues
Accurately complete road test logs, checklists, and driver feedback reports
Support Engineering and Quality teams during vehicle validation testing, troubleshooting and root cause investigations, and pre-delivery inspections and final sign-off activities
Identify and report abnormalities, defects, or safety concerns immediately
Support controlled testing activities under documented procedures (GDP-compliant)
Operate vehicles for customer demonstrations, trade shows, media events, and internal and external ride-and-drive events
Present vehicles professionally and follow all event safety and operational guidelines
Support vehicle staging, transport coordination, and post-event inspection
Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections in accordance with DOT and company requirements
Maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with required endorsements
Adhere to company policies, customer requirements, and ISO 9001 quality standards
Report incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions immediately
Complete all required documentation accurately and on time, including test logs, inspection forms, issue reports, and event documentation
Communicate clearly with Engineering, Quality, Program Management, and customers as needed