Bus Driver at Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (Wmata) in Washington, DC | USD18-30 | Kablio

Role

Description

credential verification

incident reporting

safety compliance

vehicle review

vehicle monitoring

Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
Learn to complete and submit accident and incident reports in accordance with established guidelines.
Follows all required safety policies and procedures.
Review of a current motor vehicle report
Learns to continuously monitor the condition of assigned vehicles to ensure they are operationally ready at all times.

Requirements

cdl

air brake

passenger bus

high school

21+

4 years

Skills and/or behavioral assessment
Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
Successfully completes Bus Operator and CDL training program, which includes classroom study, on-route training, driving experience, and resources (including the Bus) necessary to take and pass the state CDL examination.
Learns to perform complete pre- and post-operation inspection of the assigned vehicles in accordance with WMATA policy to ensure tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls are in proper working order. Reports any safety issues on standard reports.
Commercial Driver¿s License (must be acquired by the conclusion of the Bus training program)
Must be at least 21 years of age
Learns to safely operate a passenger bus along designated routes; read route descriptions and provide each customer with stellar customer service.
Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
Valid Commercial Driver¿s License (CDL) with Passenger Bus and Air Brake endorsements
A Commercial Driver¿s License or Learner¿s Permit with Passenger Bus and Airbrakes endorsement before starting Bus Training
High School Diploma/GED
Student who already have a CDL License are not required attend the CDL portion of the training
Licensed driver for a minimum of four (4) or more years

Benefits

Personal interview

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

skills and/or behavioral assessment
personal interview
verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
criminal background check
medical examination including drug and alcohol screening
review of a current motor vehicle report

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

criminal background check
medical examination with drug/alcohol screening

Company

Overview

Founded 1967

Year Established

The year the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority was created.

90 Stations

Metrorail Stops

Number of stations across the extensive rail network.

100 Miles

Track Network

Total length of Metrorail tracks spanning the region.

WMATA operates the Metrorail, Metrobus, and MetroAccess services, providing essential transportation for millions of commuters annually.
It serves the urban and suburban areas across Washington D.C., Virginia, and Maryland, making it one of the busiest transit systems in the U.S.
The authority also operates an extensive network of Metrobus routes, ensuring that public transport is accessible across a broad geographical area.
MetroAccess offers specialized paratransit services for individuals with disabilities, making transportation accessible for all.
WMATA’s projects include major capital improvements, such as rail station upgrades, new buses, and implementing advanced fare collection technologies.
A key aspect of WMATA's focus is to continually innovate, ensuring the transit system is safe, reliable, and sustainable for future generations.
Unique to WMATA is its commitment to serving not just the daily commuters, but also tourists, government employees, and those attending major events in the region.

Culture + Values

Recruit, hire and retain top talent where individuals feel valued, supported, and proud of their contribution
Engagement, empowerment, and recognition: empower employees, promote collaboration, and continuously improve culture
Professional and technical skill development: invest in staff, expand career pathways and develop next‑gen leaders and technical experts
Implement strategic workforce planning to close talent and skill gaps through recruiting, retraining, and upskilling
Establish employee value proposition to position Metro as a great place to work and increase overall satisfaction
Execute succession planning to ensure business continuity and reduce uncertainty among staff
Create performance evaluation framework that supports engagement and recognition
Develop culture‑change strategy to increase engagement across the organization
Create an innovation incubator to foster creativity and reward ideas that improve safety, efficiency, processes, and reduce silos
Develop internal customer‑service strategy to enable better collaboration and boost external customer service

Environment + Sustainability

7.37b Cost

Zero-Emission Transition Cost

Total lifecycle cost for transitioning to a zero-emission fleet through FY 2055.

35,000 Vehicles

Equivalent Energy Savings

Annual energy savings from the Energy Action Plan, equivalent to removing 35,000 vehicles from the roads.

65m Investment

Energy Action Plan Funding

Total investment in the FY 2025 Energy Action Plan, aiming for significant annual energy and operational savings.

2m Savings

Annual Lighting Savings

Annual savings from Philips LED lighting retrofit since 2013.

Transition to 100% zero‑emission bus fleet by 2042 (accelerated from 2045)
Achieve 100% zero‑emission bus purchases by 2027
Have five of nine bus garages equipped for zero‑emission buses by 2031, first garage operational by 2027, all by 2041
Deploy 10 battery‑electric buses by 2024 as part of pilot and evaluation
Construct modern, efficient facilities following LEED standards
Implement solar carports generating clean energy, featuring LED lighting, security cameras and shaded parking
Pilot sustainability calculator in Trip Planner so riders can see carbon‑footprint reduction

Inclusion & Diversity

42% Female

Employee Diversity

Approximately 42% of the workforce consists of female employees, as reported on LinkedIn.

Recruit and hire a workforce that reflects the community served.
Value the ideas, enthusiasm, and ambition each person brings.
Respect and value employees, recognizing their essential contributions.
Equal-Opportunity Employer: Consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, etc.
Diverse workforce supports world-class transit service.
Ongoing recruitment plans include building diverse candidate pools.

Articles

Procurement and Contracting

Media Relations

MetroAlerts

Role

Description

credential verification

incident reporting

safety compliance

vehicle review

vehicle monitoring

Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
Learn to complete and submit accident and incident reports in accordance with established guidelines.
Follows all required safety policies and procedures.
Review of a current motor vehicle report
Learns to continuously monitor the condition of assigned vehicles to ensure they are operationally ready at all times.

Requirements

cdl

air brake

passenger bus

high school

21+

4 years

Skills and/or behavioral assessment
Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
Successfully completes Bus Operator and CDL training program, which includes classroom study, on-route training, driving experience, and resources (including the Bus) necessary to take and pass the state CDL examination.
Learns to perform complete pre- and post-operation inspection of the assigned vehicles in accordance with WMATA policy to ensure tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls are in proper working order. Reports any safety issues on standard reports.
Commercial Driver¿s License (must be acquired by the conclusion of the Bus training program)
Must be at least 21 years of age
Learns to safely operate a passenger bus along designated routes; read route descriptions and provide each customer with stellar customer service.
Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
Valid Commercial Driver¿s License (CDL) with Passenger Bus and Air Brake endorsements
A Commercial Driver¿s License or Learner¿s Permit with Passenger Bus and Airbrakes endorsement before starting Bus Training
High School Diploma/GED
Student who already have a CDL License are not required attend the CDL portion of the training
Licensed driver for a minimum of four (4) or more years

Benefits

Personal interview

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

skills and/or behavioral assessment
personal interview
verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
criminal background check
medical examination including drug and alcohol screening
review of a current motor vehicle report

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

criminal background check
medical examination with drug/alcohol screening

Company

Overview

Founded 1967

Year Established

The year the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority was created.

90 Stations

Metrorail Stops

Number of stations across the extensive rail network.

100 Miles

Track Network

Total length of Metrorail tracks spanning the region.

WMATA operates the Metrorail, Metrobus, and MetroAccess services, providing essential transportation for millions of commuters annually.
It serves the urban and suburban areas across Washington D.C., Virginia, and Maryland, making it one of the busiest transit systems in the U.S.
The authority also operates an extensive network of Metrobus routes, ensuring that public transport is accessible across a broad geographical area.
MetroAccess offers specialized paratransit services for individuals with disabilities, making transportation accessible for all.
WMATA’s projects include major capital improvements, such as rail station upgrades, new buses, and implementing advanced fare collection technologies.
A key aspect of WMATA's focus is to continually innovate, ensuring the transit system is safe, reliable, and sustainable for future generations.
Unique to WMATA is its commitment to serving not just the daily commuters, but also tourists, government employees, and those attending major events in the region.

Culture + Values

Recruit, hire and retain top talent where individuals feel valued, supported, and proud of their contribution
Engagement, empowerment, and recognition: empower employees, promote collaboration, and continuously improve culture
Professional and technical skill development: invest in staff, expand career pathways and develop next‑gen leaders and technical experts
Implement strategic workforce planning to close talent and skill gaps through recruiting, retraining, and upskilling
Establish employee value proposition to position Metro as a great place to work and increase overall satisfaction
Execute succession planning to ensure business continuity and reduce uncertainty among staff
Create performance evaluation framework that supports engagement and recognition
Develop culture‑change strategy to increase engagement across the organization
Create an innovation incubator to foster creativity and reward ideas that improve safety, efficiency, processes, and reduce silos
Develop internal customer‑service strategy to enable better collaboration and boost external customer service

Environment + Sustainability

7.37b Cost

Zero-Emission Transition Cost

Total lifecycle cost for transitioning to a zero-emission fleet through FY 2055.

35,000 Vehicles

Equivalent Energy Savings

Annual energy savings from the Energy Action Plan, equivalent to removing 35,000 vehicles from the roads.

65m Investment

Energy Action Plan Funding

Total investment in the FY 2025 Energy Action Plan, aiming for significant annual energy and operational savings.

2m Savings

Annual Lighting Savings

Annual savings from Philips LED lighting retrofit since 2013.

Transition to 100% zero‑emission bus fleet by 2042 (accelerated from 2045)
Achieve 100% zero‑emission bus purchases by 2027
Have five of nine bus garages equipped for zero‑emission buses by 2031, first garage operational by 2027, all by 2041
Deploy 10 battery‑electric buses by 2024 as part of pilot and evaluation
Construct modern, efficient facilities following LEED standards
Implement solar carports generating clean energy, featuring LED lighting, security cameras and shaded parking
Pilot sustainability calculator in Trip Planner so riders can see carbon‑footprint reduction

Inclusion & Diversity

42% Female

Employee Diversity

Approximately 42% of the workforce consists of female employees, as reported on LinkedIn.

Recruit and hire a workforce that reflects the community served.
Value the ideas, enthusiasm, and ambition each person brings.
Respect and value employees, recognizing their essential contributions.
Equal-Opportunity Employer: Consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, etc.
Diverse workforce supports world-class transit service.
Ongoing recruitment plans include building diverse candidate pools.

Articles

Procurement and Contracting

Media Relations

MetroAlerts