Suburban Board Coach Operator

SUBURBAN BOARD COACH OPERATOR

Salary Range: $22.53–$27.66 (Non‑Exempt). Posting Date:
January 22, 2025. Filing Deadline:
Open until filled. Excellent Benefits:
CalPERS Retirement, 125 Cafeteria Plan,
AFLAC supplemental benefits. A signing bonus of $
500.00 when you pass operator training. Successful candidates will receive additional bonuses upon reaching year 1 and year 2 of employment.

• Under supervision drive a minibus or vehicle with a capacity for 21 passengers or less in scheduled passenger service.
• Operate vehicle in transit service in a safe manner.
• Collect fares; provide information, inspect, and report safety or mechanical defects aboard vehicle.

Ability to deal with all kinds of people in a positive and pleasant manner; read time‑tables, maps, and other written instructions; write brief reports; collect fares and cash; work unusual hours; converse with public effectively; familiarity with MST service area; ability to obtain Class B driver’s license.

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of one to two years in a job with regular contact with the public.
• Previous bus driving experience helpful but not required.
• Clean driving record: licensed driver, 5 years preferred; valid California driver’s license at time of application and meet all qualifications specified by the State of California for a Class B Driver’s License.
• In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, must be prepared to offer documents to support employment eligibility.
• Safe driving criteria, as well as the number of DMV points within a prescribed timeframe, are used to determine if an application may be considered for further processing.

Must pass a post‑offer pre‑employment drug screening and pre‑employment background check as well as a DMV required physical examination; obtain a Class B instruction permit with air‑brakes certification and passenger endorsement, or possess a valid Class B license; participate in random drug and alcohol testing as mandated by the Department of Transportation.

New employees who have successfully passed and completed the MST Training Program will receive a $
500.00 sign‑on bonus. After the completion of 1,000 hours in step 1, you will receive $1,000.00
, and after working 2,000 hours in step 2 you will receive $2,000.00
.

MST offers PPO
, HMO
, and Kaiser (plan availability dependent upon where you reside) in addition to Delta Dental and Vision plans.
MST also offers a Flex Spending Account (FSA), Aflac and 457 Supplemental Insurance Plans.
MST is also a part of the California Public Employees Retirement System. Along with the exceptional benefits package,
MST offers Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Coach Operator Uniform Allowance, Safety, Attendance and various employee recognition awards, Free Transportation for Eligible Dependents such as Spouse, Parents and Children up to age 26. Retired Employees will receive a Free Lifetime Transportation Bus Pass. Lastly, pay increases are in accordance with the Amalgamated Transit Union Collective Bargaining Agreement (ATU).

The minimum qualifications as stated on this job announcement represent only the basic requirements of the position. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee that a candidate will be invited to participate in other segments of the selection process. Applications received after the deadline may be reviewed and kept on file for up to six months for future consideration.

Applications may be obtained from our Administrative Offices, 19 Upper Ragsdale Drive, Suite 200, Monterey, or by visiting MST online at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. A Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) printout dated within 30 days must be submitted with the completed application. Applicants who have resided in California less than five (5) years must obtain a copy of their driving record from their previous state of residence.

Submit completed applications to:
Monterey‑Salinas Transit, Attention:
Human Resources, 19 Upper Ragsdale Drive, Suite 200, Monterey, CA 93940 or electronically through MST
's online application at http://.

Candidates who qualify under protection of the Americans with Disabilities Act and require a reasonable accommodation for applicant testing and/or examination, should notify the MST Human Resources at least one week prior to being scheduled for assessment. Full job descriptions with the physical, environmental, and mental requirements are available upon request.