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Salary: $26.28 Hourly
Location : RTA Maintenance, 1825 Third Street, Riverside, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26-1070-06
Department: Maintenance
Opening Date: 06/01/2026
Closing Date: 6/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
JOB SUMMARY
The Riverside Transit Agency is recruiting to fill current full-time vacancies in the Maintenance Department.
This position performs routine service on all Agency vehicles and 40' buses.
Please be advised that this may involve assignment at either our Riverside or Hemet locations. Applicants must be available to work all weekdays, including weekends, holidays, and all shifts. In addition, this position works an overnight shift, typically starting between 8:00pm-10:00pm.
This recruitment is to create an ELIGIBILITY LIST to backfill the Servicer role as vacancies occur.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
The Servicer's duties shall include, but not be limited to the following:

• Fueling;
• Inspection of all fluid levels:
• Cleaning of interior and exterior surfaces;
• Replacement of worn items such as wiper blades, light bulbs and lenses;
• Changing of tires;
• Changing engine oil and transmission fluid;
• Lubrication;
• Moving vehicles and buses around maintenance facilities.

Additional duties shall include janitorial services as required, running errands, maintaining proper records, pulling vaults from revenue vehicles and replacing with empty vaults, storing filled vaults in coin counting room, posting and removing rider alerts and car cards on revenue vehicles, maintaining records of vault/fare box condition and vehicle assignment, and other related tasks as assigned.
QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education: Graduation from high school or its equivalent.
Experience: Preferably one year experience in general labor or janitorial work. Must be able to perform heavy manual labor (ability to lift up to 50 lbs.), learn and follow procedures, and follow oral and written instructions.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION
At the time of application:
A current valid non-restricted Class C Driver's License is required. Additionally, a DMV K4 drivers' history printout (issued not more than 30 days prior to date of application) must be provided with the application. You must obtain a DRIVER'S RECORD REPORT the DMV kiosk/online history printout process.
For information regarding non-domiciled commercial driver's licenses (CDLs) holders. Please select FMSCA presser, using the link below:
Your established driving history must be clear of the following:
1) any suspensions within the past five (5) years;
2) may not have more than three (3) points within the past three (3) years;
3) no two (2) point violations within the past three (3) years.
No accidents which the applicant contributed to cause within 3 years from your application date.
Have appeared in court as required.
Applicant must obtain a Class B permit by first day of employment and be able to obtain a Class B license and medical certificate within ninety (90) days of employment.
For the full list of documents accepted to verify legal presence and California residency visit, https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/detail/commercial/newcdlreq
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must be at least 18 years old.
Minimum 6 months of driving history.
Must be available to work rotating shifts which include evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
Note to Internal Candidates:
The following areas will be reviewed as part of the selection process:

• Candidates will be required to pass job related skill(s) test(s).Testing may include, but is not limited to:
  • Written test(s)
  • Oral test(s)
  • Practical test(s)
• Past year performance record will be reviewed:
  • Discipline other than attendance & accidents - only 1 written warning in last year. Excludes accidents and attendance, which are described below.
  • Must have zero additional disciplinary actions, i.e. no:
    • Further Written Warnings
    • Final Warnings
    • Suspension
  • Must have no more than 1 Late Arrival within the last 12 months.
  • Must have no more than 1 Attendance Point in the last year.
  • Preventable Accidents - only 1 written warning within the last year.
  • Performance Appraisal ratings must be at or above "Meets Standards."
  • Applications to transfer to a different department, will be accepted once the 120 day probationary period has been successfully completed.

SELECTION PROCEDURES
THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED.
Applications and driving records will be evaluated and only qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process which includes:

• Driving record review (pass/fail).
• Written Exam (pass/fail).
• A performance exam (pass/fail).
• Final ranking is determined by the oral interview examination (100% weight).

FAILURE TO PROVIDE A CURRENT DRIVERS RECORD REPORT (issued not more than 30 days prior to date of application) will disqualify your application. FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION OR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION CLICK HERE:
The selection procedures may change depending on the needs of the Agency; if such changes apply, qualified applicants will be notified prior to the administration of examinations.
NOTE: If selected to complete every phase of the selection process, you will undergo a physical ability assessment. This assessment may include, but is not limited to, squatting, bending, stooping and reaching. Should you believe that you require a reasonable accommodation to complete such an assessment, please contact the Human Resources Department within 48 hours of receipt of your appointment time.
The Riverside Transit Agency complies with State and Federal obligations to make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. The Human Resources Department asks that it be advised of accommodation requests prior to the first test part. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the Riverside Transit Agency requires that all new employees provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity.
***RTA IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER***
The Riverside Transit Agency offers an attractive benefits package. Maintenance employees and Coach Operators are Union members and receive the following benefits:

• The Riverside Transit Agency contracts with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) to administer the retirement benefits. The current benefit factor formula for all new hires is 2% at 62. Employees with previous CalPERS membership or membership with another employer who has established reciprocity with CalPERS may be eligible for the 2% at 55 benefit factor formula.
• Medical available to employees at minimal cost with a contribution toward dependent coverage, Chiro/Acupuncture/Vision benefits included with Medical Insurance.
• Dental Insurance available at no cost for HMO employee only coverage. PPO coverage is offered; however, RTA will pay up to the HMO employee only premium.
• Vision Insurance available at employee cost.
• Symetra Voluntary Insurance available at employee cost.
• Basic Life Insurance ($35,000) provided at no cost.
• Supplemental Life Insurance available at employee cost.
• Deferred Compensation Programs available.
• Free Transportation Pass for employee and eligible dependents.
• Direct Deposit available
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid time off earned in 1st year: 2 weeks' vacation, 8 floating holidays, 7 regular holidays, and 7 sick leave days.
• Employee Assistance Programs available for employee and immediate family members.

01
Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

02
Please explain your highest level of education completed.
03
Briefly describe your general labor and/or janitorial experience. Please include which of your employers included above, where you have gained the experience.
04
Have you had a driving license for a minimum of 6 months?

• Yes
• No

05
Please indicate the type of valid California Driver's License you possess.

• Class A
• Class B
• Class C
• Valid Out of State License
• None

06
RTA requires prospective safety sensitive new hires to be tested for the use of drugs and to complete a pre-employment DOT medical examination. Would you consent to this examination and drug screening at RTA's expense?

• Yes
• No

07
Please indicate if your license has been suspended in the last 5 years.

• Yes
• No

08
Please explain any prior license suspensions.
09
This position requires submission of a current DRIVER'S RECORD REPORT obtained from the DMV kiosk/online history printout (no more than 30 days old) for review. Failure to provide a current DMV K4 within 48 hours will result in your application being considered incomplete. You can upload this document along with your application or email it to rta_hr@riversidetransit.com or fax to (951) 565-5001. I understand this requirement and have either attached my drivers history report or will fax/email the Driver History Report to the Riverside Transit Agency within 48 hours.

• Yes
• No

10
Please list and explain any and all items on your K4 (tickets, incidents, accidents, appearances, etc.). If none, please write N/A.
11
This position is primarily overnights with shifts starting at either 8pm or 9pm. You understand this schedule and are agreeable and available to work these hours.

• Yes
• No

12
I understand that this position may be assigned to either our Riverside or Hemet locations. Applicants must be available to work any days during the week including weekends, holidays and all shifts.

• Yes
• No

13
CERTIFICATION: I understand that I cannot update my application once it has been submitted. I have included my full employment history (including any gaps in employment). Gaps in employment can be explained in the "Additional Information" section of the application or questions above. I have fully completed all sections, provided full descriptions of my duties for each employer and fully answered all the supplemental questions. I understand that resumes are only used as a supplement and will NOT be reviewed as an application. I also understand that failure to full complete will cause my application to be rejected.

• Yes
• No

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