Bus Operator

Position Summary

Under general supervision, operates a variety of transit vehicles to transport passengers along specific, assigned routes according to the District's requirements. Provide service in a safe, courteous and reliable manner. Responsible for written reports and other information as required. Upon completion of the Golden Gate Transit Training Program, the employee operates regularly scheduled assignments. All runs will originate in either Santa Rosa, Novato or San Rafael.

Hourly Pay : $31.29 / hour to $36.81 / hour

NEXT APPLICATION REVIEW DATE : January 31, 2025

If selected for the position, new hires will need to complete Golden Gate Bridge, Highway & Transportation District's Bus Operator Apprenticeship Program ( $31.29 / hr benefits not included) which is approximately twelve (12) weeks, Monday through Friday, 6 : 30 a.m. to 3 : 30 p.m.

Upon successful completion of training, pay increase granted to $33.13 per hour, plus benefits. All new hires will be required to complete a 120 probationary period upon completion of training.

SIGN ON BONUS! $1000 UPON COMPLETING TRAINING. ADDITIONAL $1000 ON 1 YEAR EMPLOYMENT ANNIVERSARY.

THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENT(S) MUST BE SUBMITTED

AT TIME OF APPLICATION :

• GGBHT Online Employment Application
• DMV Report K4 printout (Scan and attach as PDF to your Online Employment Application) NOTE : ONLY DMV K4 reports will be accepted. A DMV K4 printout report (3 year driving record) MUST come from any DMV kiosk. A complete DMV K4 report has the word
• END
• in capital letters at the end of the report. INTERNET PRINTOUTS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

Applicants with DMV printouts older than 30 days will be eliminated (NOTE : You will be required to provide your original DMV K4 print-out if you are invited to the next step of the process). The printout should reflect a pattern of safe, responsible vehicle operation, and demonstrate a clean driving record which would include the following :

Essential Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications :

Education and / or Experience :

o NO Reckless Driving CVC 23103 through 23109 (reckless driving), or Driving Under the Influence CVC 23152 - 23153 (driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs). Any DUI or Reckless Driving violation on your DMV printout within the last seven (7) years is an automatic disqualification.

o NO more than 1 moving violation and no "at fault" accidents within the last 3 years. NO license suspension, revocation or probation for a period of 3 years prior to the date of this posting.

o NO convictions of California State Vehicle Code 20001 (leaving the scene of an accident involving bodily injury or death).

o NO Failures to Appear or Failures to Pay on DMV printout at the time of submission.

o Any accidents on DMV printout must be accompanied by an insurance or police report verifying that you were not at-fault. If accident occurred while driving for an employer a company report is also required.

o Other violations, citations, and / or accidents will be reviewed on a case by case basis and may be cause for non-selection.

Required License(s) :

Physical Requirements :

A. For Driving by Federal Regulations :

o A hand or finger which interferes with prehension or power grasping; or

o An arm, foot, or leg which interferes with the ability to perform normal tasks associated with operating a commercial motor vehicle; or any other significant limb defect or limitation which interferes with the ability to perform normal tasks associated with operating a commercial motor vehicle; or has been granted a skill performance evaluation certificate.

B. By District Standards : Must be able to successfully pass the District's pre-employment drug and physical tests and acquire at least a six (6) month medical clearance. The District's pre-employment tests include the DMV physical, functional performance physical and FTA DOT drug screen.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of : District policies and labor agreement (MOU) provisions. Occupational health and safety rules and working practices applicable to this position.

Skills or Ability to : Read, write and speak English and perform basic mathematical procedures. Safely and smoothly operate coaches. Follow instructions and work independently. Effectively communicate and be able to work with a diverse public in a courteous, calm and professional manner under all circumstances. Respond quickly, accurately and pleasantly to customer needs. Speak distinctly, clearly, and professionally. Work during the week and evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.