Public Transit Bus Operator

Bus Driver

We are currently looking for an experienced Bus Driver to join our team in Santa Rosa, CA. As a key member, you will be entrusted with ensuring safe and comfortable transportation for our passengers, while upholding the highest standards of professionalism and customer service.

Transdev Is Proud To Offer

• Starting pay $28.05 with progression to $37.26 over 4 years

Benefits Include

• Paid time off accrual (includes 5 days paid sick leave)
• Automatic wage increases twice a year
• Teamsters benefits including:
  Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic and life insurance after 90 calendar days of employment for employees working a minimum of 80 hours in preceding month.
• Teamsters Pension Plan from date of hire.
• 7 paid holidays:
  New Years Day, Easter, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety-Focused Operations:
  Execute flawless operations by meticulously following designated routes and schedules, while adhering to stringent safety protocols and traffic regulations.
• Passenger Care:
  Exhibit exceptional care and assistance towards passengers, ensuring smooth boarding, comfortable rides, and timely disembarkation for all.
• Vehicle Vigilance:
  Champion vehicle safety through comprehensive pre-trip and post-trip inspections, promptly reporting any maintenance issues and maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety equipment readiness.
• Adherence to Protocols:
  Uphold company policies and procedures rigorously, encompassing seat belt enforcement, emergency response preparedness, and compliance with regulatory mandates.
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

• 21 years or older
• CDL Class A or B with passenger and airbrake endorsement required or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Minimum 3 years of driving experience (personal or professional)
• Excellent communication & customer service skills.
• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• Subject to a DOT drug testing and physical if applicable.

Physical Requirements

• Work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions-100% of the job is performed outside, work alone and in remote locations.
• Sit for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours per day); frequently walk for long distances and on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces
• Push and pull objects up to 50 pounds, occasionally throughout the workday; lift material weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance; occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to files or equipment stored at ground level
• Withstand heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job; tolerate exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes and noise.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.