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Metro Bus Operator (part time)
Bus operators are at the core of Metro service, and we’re hiring! At Metro, you’ll gain valuable experience for a rewarding career in transportation. This is an opportunity to join one of the nation’s largest and most innovative transportation systems.
Basic Function
Under direct supervision, operates public transit buses, transports passengers, provides customer service, and performs safety inspections of bus equipment to assure their safe, efficient, and on-time operation. Metro is a 24-hour / 7 day a week operation. You may be assigned to any Metro Operating Division within LA County and may be assigned to any shift.
Great Hourly Pay!
Effective July 1, start rate will be $24.26 per hour, plus room to grow (top rate for part-time is $35.45/hour after 5+ years)
Benefits:
- Medical and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans
- Trainings and tuition reimbursement
- Paid training for new bus operators – with support in Spanish
- Metro’s 8-week paid training program, with the option to choose a format that includes language support and course materials in Spanish, designed to help with understanding of technical terms and procedures.
- Unionized
- The SMART union represents bus operators
What you need to qualify:
- Must be 21+ years of age
- Good driving record (DMV K-4 printout)
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English at intermediate level
- Valid California Class C driver’s license
- Possess a valid US driver’s license for at least two (2) years
What to expect if you are a qualified candidate:
- Interviews, candidate test in English
- Metro training in English, with option for bilingual/Spanish support and course materials
- Metro final test and final DMV test in English. DMV practice tests are available in Spanish.
- Start driving!
Metro is an equal opportunity employer. Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices.
