Student Bus Operator — Paid CDL Training Provided

WMATA is bringing on Student Bus Operators to go through its bus operator and CDL training program in Washington, DC. You'll learn to safely run commercial passenger buses on scheduled routes while delivering solid customer service, then prove what you've learned through testing and hands-on evaluation before moving into full operation.

What you'll do

• Work through classroom instruction, on-route practice and behind-the-wheel experience to earn your CDL and complete bus operator training

• Learn full pre- and post-trip vehicle checks, covering tires, fluids, safety gear, gauges and controls, and report any issues found

• Follow WMATA's safety rules and procedures at all times

• Drive assigned routes, read route sheets and maps, and keep an eye on vehicle condition throughout your shift

• Fill out accident and incident reports as required

• Help build a strong safety culture by speaking up about concerns

Requirements

• At least 21 years old

• Licensed driver for 4 or more years

• CDL or learner's permit with passenger and air brake endorsements before training starts; full CDL needed by the end of the program (drivers who already hold a CDL skip the CDL portion of training)

• No more than 2 moving violations, and no license suspension or revocation from moving violations, in the past 3 years

• No prior experience needed

• Comfortable working irregular hours, split shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime

• Able to read and follow maps and timetables, communicate clearly, and stay composed under pressure

• Able to pass a medical exam tied to the job's physical demands, with accommodation if needed

• High school diploma or GED preferred; a valid CDL with passenger and air brake endorsements is a plus

This is a safety-sensitive role, so it falls under WMATA's drug and alcohol testing policy. Hiring may include a skills or behavioral assessment, an interview, background and license checks, a motor vehicle record review, and a drug and alcohol screening.

WMATA is the main public transit operator for the Washington, DC region, running six rail lines, 98 stations, 126 bus routes and the MetroAccess paratransit service across a 2,054-square-mile area.

WMATA hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or other legally protected status.