CDL Bus Driver

Join to apply for the CDL Bus Driver (Aspen, Colorado) - Full-Time, Year-Round role at Roaring Fork Transportation Authority (RFTA) Roaring Fork Transportation Authority (RFTA) is the largest rural transit agency in the United States, located in the stunning Colorado Rockies. Known for innovative and reliable transit, RFTA connects vibrant communities while supporting sustainability and quality of life. Exciting Opportunity: Full-Time, Year-Round CDL Bus Operator Position in Aspen, Colorado We are actively seeking Full-Time, Year-Round Transit Operators for our operations in Aspen and Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Why choose RFTA? We offer an unbeatable compensation package that includes competitive pay, generous bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. In addition, we provide paid CDL training to kickstart your journey with us. Compensation Earn a wage starting at $31.05 per hour, with regular overtime opportunities. Receive up to $3,175 in bonuses during your first six months. Comprehensive Benefits Health, dental, life, and vision insurance, plus discounted options for other plans and families. RFTAs retirement plan: we contribute 12.5% of your income to a retirement savings account. Ski Pass for Aspen/Snowmass (unlimited pass, blackout dates may apply) or a $425 cash bonus. Work-Life Balance Generous paid time off: 22 vacation days and 12 sick leave days accrued per year. RFTA Bus Pass available for employees and dependents. Employee housing opportunities up to five years. Key Responsibilities Operate transit buses in revenue and non-revenue service while strictly adhering to RFTA policies, directives, and all federal and Colorado traffic laws. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of streets, bus routes, stops, fare structure, and bus pass programs within RFTAs service area. Represent RFTA professionally, working effectively in a diverse environment, exercising sound judgment, and delivering high-quality service to external and internal customers. Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of transit buses, ensuring mechanical soundness and safety compliance. Requirements Education High school diploma preferred, but not required. Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English is required. Licenses, Examinations, and Certifications Must possess and maintain a Class B Colorado State Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with a P2 endorsement. RFTA offers paid training to obtain your CDL. Pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination and obtain a DOT Medical Examiners Certificate for a minimum of a 2?year qualifying period. Maintain current DOT Medical Examiners Certification. RFTA provides training courses to help you obtain your CDL Class B for the state of Colorado. Experience/Qualifications Must be at least nineteen (19) years of age and have at least three (3) years of licensed driving experience. Previous experience operating large vehicles is preferred but not mandatory. No more than two (2) minor traffic violations within the past three (3) years. No major violations within the past five (5) years. Job Classification, Location & Schedule This Full?Time, Year?Round position is based in Aspen, Colorado. As an incumbent, you must be flexible to complete any assigned shift, including day, night, and weekend rotations starting in Glenwood Springs or Aspen. Application Deadline/Closing Date No deadline. Posting will remain until all open positions are filled. RFTA is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Salary: $31.05 per hour. #J-18808-Ljbffr