Thanks for your interest in joining Arrowhead Transit as a bus driver! We encourage you to apply now – applications are reviewed as they are submitted. We are also hiring part-time operators and other key positions! See a list of all current openings

Before you begin your application, get to know the minimum requirements and how we help you get a Commercial Driver’s License.

The Application Process

First, gather your information together.

Career-oriented individuals who are safety-driven, dependable, and have a commitment to providing excellent customer service across a diverse culture are encouraged to apply here.

Look for the “Bus Driver” job title in the community you wish to be based out of and click on it.

Read through the job announcement and when you are ready to start your application, click on the “Apply” link, create your account or login to your existing account and follow the steps to complete each section of the application.

When you have entered everything, you will need to certify and submit your application. You will receive a notice on the screen when you have successfully submitted the application.


Minimum Requirements


Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) info

The Arrowhead Transit bus driver position requires a Class A or B commercial driver’s license with a passenger endorsement and no restrictions to air brakes. However, you can be hired and receive behind-the-wheel training with a commercial learner’s permit if you meet all other minimum qualifications and are successful in the selection process.

This chart will help you determine if you need to get a commercial learner’s permit. You do not need a commercial learner’s permit to apply.

CLASSPASSENGER ENDORSEMENTAIR BRAKES
 Look at the back of your license. Where is says “Endorsements” does it list “Passenger?”Look at the back of your license. Where is says “Restrictions” does it list anything regarding “Air Brakes?
AYes – OK No – A permit is requiredNo – OK Yes – A permit is required
BYes – OK No – A permit is requiredNo – OK Yes – A permit is required
CDBoth Class C and Class D license holders will need to take and pass the required written permit tests and obtain a Class B Commercial Learners Permit.

How to get a permit

What written tests are required?

Whether you are seeking a first-time commercial learner’s permit or already have a CDL and need to add the passenger endorsement or remove an air brake restriction, you will be required to take and pass three written permit tests; General Knowledge, Air Brakes and Passenger. Once you pass the tests you will need to apply for and obtain the commercial learner permit.

I already have a CDL, why do I need to take all three tests?

The law requires you take all knowledge tests relative to the vehicle you will be road tested in. For the bus driver position, you will be taking the road test in a Metro Transit bus which is a passenger vehicle with air brakes. The general knowledge test is standard to all commercial permits. Get more details and view an electronic version of the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Manual.

Does it cost anything to get a permit?

You may take each knowledge test twice for free. Third and subsequent knowledge tests are $10 each, so make sure you study the manual well before taking the tests. Once you have taken and passed the three knowledge tests (General Knowledge, Air Brakes, and Passenger) you will need to apply for the permit. The instruction permit fee is $10.50, plus an additional $2.50 for the passenger endorsement, for a total cost of $13.

The permit application form says I need to provide a copy of my medical examiners certificate. What should I do?

For the bus driver position, you may check the “Exempt” box.

I have my permit, now what?

As soon as you receive the “temporary” permit copy, you can bring your permit to the Arrowhead Transit Location (where you interviewed), Monday – Friday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., or email to jacklyn.wright@aeoa.org or bruce.larson@aeoa.org.

Where do I take the permit tests?

See a list of exam stations:

Note:

Not all Department of Vehicle Services offices offer the knowledge tests. Call ahead.

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