CDL - Licensed Test & Support Driver; Transit Vehicles

Join a manufacturing leader with over 50 years of excellence, where every role contributes to building reliable transportation solutions that people depend on everyday across the United States and Canada. At ENC, we prioritize safety, quality, innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth – creating vehicles our teams can take pride in.

Founded in 1975, ENC (ElDorado National – California) is a leading U.S. transportation manufacturer specializing in design, engineering, and end-to-end production of heavy-duty buses, shuttles, and cargo vehicles through a custom-build, mixed-model assembly process. Each vehicle is produced in our purpose-built facility in Riverside, California supporting public agencies and private transportation providers nationwide. We offer one of the industry’s widest portfolios of power options, including 100% battery-electric, diesel-electric hybrid, CNG, and clean diesel.

ENC is committed to revitalizing American manufacturing through innovation, customer focus, and the delivery of high-quality vehicles that keep communities connected, supported, and moving forward.

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.

Vehicle Operation & Road Testing

• 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

Engineering & Quality Support

Support Engineering and Quality teams during:

• Vehicle validation testing
• Troubleshooting and root cause investigations
• 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)

Event & Demonstration Support

Operate vehicles for:

• Trade shows
• 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

Safety & Compliance

• 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
• Documentation & Communication
• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time, including:
• Test logs
• Inspection forms
• Issue reports
• Communicate clearly with Engineering, Quality, Program Management, and customers as needed

Required Skills:

• 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
• Physical & Work Environment
• 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
• This is an onsite position based in Riverside, CA and requires being 100% onsite.
• Comprehensive benefits package:
  Medical (including FSA & HSA), dental, vision, life and disability insurance, EAP, mental health, and…