RTD hosts Career Fair to hire bus operators, July 31

DENVER (July 24, 2024) –– The Regional Transportation District (RTD) is inviting individuals interested in becoming bus operators to attend its Career Fair Wednesday, July 31, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. The event is specifically for bus operator candidates interested in full- or part-time opportunities with the agency. RTD is hosting the event at the RTD Platte Division, 3333 Ringsby Ct., Denver, CO 80206.

Benefits and pay

Candidates who are hired as bus operators will receive a $4,000 signing bonus, paid training, including CDL training, and guidance through the permit process. Bus operator pay starts at $25.96 an hour and qualified candidates need to have a domestic driver’s license valid for at least two years.

Those who apply on site may receive a same-day offer letter. Training can start as soon as Aug. 19 or Sept. 3.

The bus operator role is a career that people can retire from or start as a second career. It provides a needed service for the community and contributes to the agency’s mission of making lives better through connections. RTD invests in its employees and trains them for future leadership roles within RTD and the transit industry.

Job fair attendees can learn more about bus operator benefits and opportunities and tour a RTD bus in the parking lot outfitted with the new safety shield in the driver’s cab, designed to protect bus operators.

Full event details

What: RTD Bus Operator Career Fair

Date: Wednesday, July 31

Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Location: RTD Platte Division

3333 Ringsby Court, Denver, CO 80206

Many RTD frontline positions are eligible for a hiring bonus. To learn more about career opportunities with RTD, please visit the Careers page on the RTD website.