Transit Bus Driver - Fixed Routes

Drive for Marin Airporter—An Employee-Owned Company!

Looking for a stable driving career where you aren't just an employee, but a stakeholder? At Marin Airporter, we are looking for professional, reliable, and safety-minded individuals to operate our 30- and 40-foot Gillig hybrid transit buses and 20-seat Ford/Eldorado cutaway buses on local fixed routes.

As an employee-owned company (ESOP), our team members acquire an ownership interest in the company at no cost after their first year of employment, allowing you to share directly in our financial success!

What You'll Do

• Keep Marin Moving: Safely and efficiently operate heavy transit buses along designated local fixed routes, keeping strictly to pre-arranged time schedules through traffic and Bay Area weather.
• Provide Excellent Service: Greet passengers, collect fares, verify transit passes, and answer routing or directional questions with a highly professional, welcoming attitude.
• Ensure Accessibility: Safely operate wheelchair lifts and securement systems to assist passengers with disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Stay Sharp on Safety: Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle mechanical and safety inspections daily.
• Communicate Clearly: Coordinate constantly with Dispatch via two-way radio to report traffic delays, passenger incidents, or mechanical issues.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications

· Age: Must be at least 21 years of age.

· Driver's License: A valid California driver's license (Class C or higher) with a clean driving record.

· Driving History: Proven history of safe driving through prior DMV records

· Experience: Prior passenger transit experience is preferred, but not required. We hire for attitude and train for skill!

· Physical & Environmental Capabilities: Must be physically capable of sitting for prolonged periods (up to 80% of the workday), bending/kneeling to fasten heavy wheelchair restraints, and working safely around active vehicular traffic, engine noise, and outdoor weather variations.

· Schedule Availability: Route schedules vary based on business need. Evening and weekend availability is required for current routes.

Licenses & Endorsements (We Train You!)

If you already have these, fantastic! If you don't, Marin Airporter provides paid, onsite training to help you obtain them:

· California Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

· Passenger (P) and Air Brake endorsements

· DMV Medical Certificate (DL-51)

· Verification of Transit Training (VTT) Certificate

What’s in it for You?

• Great Pay: Starting at $32.00/hour with overtime eligibility.
• True Ownership: Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) builds real wealth for your future.
• Top-Tier Benefits: Comprehensive Medical Plan options (100% free for the individual employee), plus great Dental and Vision coverage.

Ready to Join Our Team? Apply today to drive your career forward with Marin Airporter!

Legal & Regulatory Compliance Declarations

Equal Opportunity & Background Check Compliance Marin Airporter is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, safe, and welcoming environment for all employees. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with state and local laws.

DOT Safety-Sensitive & Medical Requirements This position is designated as "Safety-Sensitive" per U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulations. All conditional job offers are strictly contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment physical exam, background check, and DOT drug screening.

• Ongoing Compliance: Mandatory random drug and alcohol testing is conducted throughout employment.
• Federal Cannabis Policy: Because we operate under federal DOT guidelines, testing positive for marijuana/THC will disqualify applicants, regardless of California state laws regarding recreational or medical use.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you available to work evening and weekend routes?

Ability to Commute:

• San Rafael, CA 94901 (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $32