Transit Bus Driver

Humboldt Transit Authority • Eureka, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Effective January 7, 2026, the Governing Board of Directors adopted a reduced work schedule of a 34-hour full-time workweek. This classification works a four-day, 34-hour workweek, which may consist of nonconsecutive workdays. Assignments with 34-hour, four-day (or less) schedules are expected to be implemented on or about April, as staffing allows. Operates a 30 to 60 passenger bus in a manner that provides safe, reliable, and courteous passenger transportation, information, and assistance to various destinations within the transit district.

Requirements

• Are you at least 21 years old?
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a good driving record
• Meet Commercial licensing standards
• Sit for extended periods of time
• Use arms, wrists, and hands to turn steering wheel of transit vehicle
• Use legs to apply pressure for braking of transit vehicle
• Adjust transit vehicle seats and mirrors to gain necessary line of vision to maneuver vehicle safely
• Maneuver heavy wheeled mobility devices
• Climb, stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch and kneel to inspect vehicle or assist passengers
• Push, pull, or maneuver carts, strollers, wheeled mobility devices
• Lift approximately 50 pounds or less

Nice To Haves

• No need to have a commercial license - we provide the training!

Responsibilities

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED