Definition

Use your excellent Customer Service skills and join our team as a Santa Cruz METRO Bus Driver! No bus driving experience is needed. We offer extensive paid training programs so that when you get behind the wheel, you already have the skills and confidence you need to drive our buses!

Under supervision, a Santa Cruz METRO bus driver transports passengers and operates transit buses on a fixed schedule in all phases of transit operations.

At METRO, you will enjoy a competitive salary, CALPERS pension, a robust health/dental/vision benefit program, public service loan forgiveness program, 457 plans, career development, free bus passes, and longevity pay.

METRO is committed to the safety, health and well-being of our employees and customers.

We have implemented the highest level of safety protocols and steps to ensure our employees and the community are safe and healthy.

Starting wage: $24.58 per hour. After one year, $26.14 per hour. 5% yearly raise for 6 years.

Santa Cruz METRO is offering a Hiring bonus of up to $4,000
$500 after training
$1,500 after probation
$2,000 one year after probation (approx. 2080 hours worked)

Characteristics and Example of Duties

• Operates transit buses and related equipment including passenger lifts.
• Transports passengers.
• Collects fare and operate ticket and pass validation equipment.
• Performs ridership surveys.
• Reports bench, sign and shelter problems.
• Operates mobile radio unit.
• Coordinates passenger transfers and reports operations delays.
• Prepares accident and incident reports and maintains simple records.
• Make recommendations for safety and route improvements.
• Complies with District safe driving program.
• May perform office, dispatch and revenue collection duties and may utilize District computer hardware and software when assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications and Other Conditions of Employment

Knowledge of:

• 
  Safe driving practices.
• Basic skills in time calculation and map reading.

Ability to:

• Safely operate all METRO buses.
• Perform simple math calculations.
• Deal courteously and effectively with the public.
• Understand the problems of the elderly and handicapped and deal with them in a tactful manner.
• Handle difficult and emergency situations calmly.
• Read English and speak and write English clearly.
• Operate mobile radio unit.
• Willingness and ability to work unusual hours including nights, weekends, and
  holidays.

Special Requirements:

• Possession of a current motor vehicle license and the ability to obtain a California Class B driver's permit prior to appointment.
• Driving record at date of hire must be consistent with Santa Cruz METRO's standards for this position.
• Good attendance record in previous employment.
• Safe driving record.
• Must pass requisite background check.

APPLICANT PROCESS: Applicants must complete and submit an official Santa Cruz METRO on-line application and any other required documents specified on the job announcement from our website, https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/scmtd. A separate application must be filled for each open position. Resumes will be accepted and are recommended, but may not be substituted for the required application. The standards and minimum requirements as stated on the front of this job announcement represent only the minimum required to file an application. Meeting the listed standards does not guarantee that a candidate will be invited for an examination or interview as the Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number of candidates to the most qualified for the position as determined by the Santa Cruz METRO staff. Certification of candidates from the Eligible List to the hiring department may be made each time there is a vacancy. Santa Cruz METRO is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Santa Cruz METRO will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources in advance of any special needs by calling 831-420-2542 .

EMPLOYMENT/MEDICAL VERIFICATION: A medical examination paid by Santa Cruz METRO may be required of each prospective employee depending on position. The candidate's physical condition must be consistent with the requirement of the job duties to be performed. Candidates are cautioned that offers of employment are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of the medical examination where required, reference check, fingerprints, and other aspects of the employment process. Candidates offered employment are required to sign a loyalty oath to the State of California. Proof of American Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States will be required.

SELECTION PROCESS: The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review, application assessment, performance test, written test and/or oral interview examination. The employment application, qualifying information questions and/or supplemental questions will be evaluated based on the employment standards and minimum qualifications listed above.

NOTE: All statements made on the application are subject to verification and investigation. False statements will be cause for disqualification, removal from the Eligible List, and/or discharge from employment

Distinguishing Characteristics

RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE:
The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the company. All applicants will be notified electronically via email as to their status in the selection process. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receive emails.

Interview dates: TBD
Hire date: May 29th, 2023