Senior Bus Driver

Placer County; Auburn (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Tahoe Area Regional Transit (TART) is hiring a permanent, full-time Senior Bus Driver to oversee Bus Driver teams and training, with a focus on safe, efficient daily transit operations in the North Lake Tahoe area.

The role requires a valid Class A or B license with passenger endorsements and related transit certification plans, plus DOT drug clearance and background checks. A wage premium may apply for Tahoe branch assignments.

Qualifications

• Two years of responsible journey level experience as a Bus Driver.
• Direct supervision experience or training responsibilities are a plus.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices and transit operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to Bus Drivers, including staff training and directing day-to-day operations.
• Ensure adherence to DOT and safety requirements and coordinate shift coverage.

Skills

Staff training

Supervision

Operations leadership

Job description

Tahoe Area Regional Transit (TART) is currently accepting applications for a permanent, full-time Senior Bus Driver. This recruitment is for a Senior Bus Driver in Tahoe only. The Senior Bus Driver provides direct supervision to Bus Drivers in terms of training of staff and directing day-to-day operations.

The selection process includes an interview and a criminal background check. Candidates are then required to pass a physical and DOT drug clearance. Safety sensitive positions are subject to random ongoing DOT drug testing including for marijuana.

Tahoe Branch Assignment Premium: Tahoe Bus Driver positions are eligible for salary plus up to an additional $1,100 per month Tahoe Branch Assignment Premium for employees who are permanently assigned to a position located in the North Lake Tahoe Area.

This position is scheduled to receive a 3% wage increase effective June 13, 2026 (pay date July 10, 2026).

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

• Experience: Two years of responsible journey level experience equivalent to a Bus Driver for one of the Placer County transit systems.
• Training: Successful completion of the experience requirement is proof of sufficient training for this class.

Required License Or Certificate

• Possession of a valid Class A or B driver's license or the equivalent with passenger endorsements and no air brake restrictions. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain prior to completion of the probationary period, a Mass Transit Training Certificate issued by the Transportation Safety Institute or California Department of Education.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a Verification of Transit Training (VTT) certificate issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles or the equivalent training to operate a public transit vehicle in passenger service prior to the completion of the probationary period.
• Possession of valid CPR and First Aid certificate is desirable.

Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department.