Coach Operator

Riverside Transit Agency•Riverside, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Riverside Transit Agency is recruiting to fill current openings for our Full Time Coach Operator position. Our Coach Operators operate the Agency's 40' transit bus fleet and provide safe, dependable and courteous public transportation service for the citizens of the RTA Service area. Priority will be given to applicants who currently hold a valid Class A/B License with passenger and airbrake endorsements. Please be advised that this may involve assignment at either our Riverside or Hemet locations. Applicants must be available to work 7 days per week, including holidays and all shifts. Potential start date could be as early as June 2026.

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
A current, valid, and non-restricted Class A/B Driver's License is preferred but not required.
A DMV Driver's Record Report printout (issued not more than 30 days prior to date of application) must be provided with the application.
Established driving history must be clear of any suspensions within the past five (5) years
May not have more than three (3) points within the past three (3) years
No two (2) point violations within the past three (3) years
No accidents which the applicant contributed to cause within 3 years from your application date.
Have appeared in court as required.
Candidates must provide proof of a Class B Permit with the passenger and airbrake endorsements; or a current Class A or B License with the proper endorsements.
All Coach Operators are required to maintain a valid Class B Driver's License, with the proper endorsements and current medical certificate.
All new employees provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity.

Nice To Haves

Priority will be given to applicants who currently hold a valid Class A/B License with passenger and airbrake endorsements.

Responsibilities

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
Other related tasks as assigned