RTD hosts career fair to hire bus operators, maintenance and other positions, Sept. 24 

DENVER (Sept. 16, 2025) –– The Regional Transportation District (RTD) is inviting individuals interested in joining the agency’s team to attend its Career Fair 2-5 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 24. The event is for a variety of roles across Bus Operations including bus operators and general repair mechanics for full-time opportunities. RTD is hosting the event at its Platte Division, 3333 Ringsby Ct., Denver, CO 80216.

Benefits and pay

Candidates who are hired as bus operators or general repair mechanics will receive a $4,000 signing bonus and paid training. Guidance through the permit process is available for bus operator candidates. Bus operator pay starts at $27.65 an hour and qualified candidates need to have a domestic driver’s license valid for at least two years. General repair mechanic roles pay starts at $34.85 an hour.

Kiosks will be available on site for candidates to apply for open roles and RTD staff will be available to assist with the application process. Based on applications, qualified bus operator candidates will be invited to a pre-hire session.

RTD has installed live look-in cameras across its bus fleet and is installing the technology on its light rail vehicles to improve safety and security and to support a Welcoming Transit Environment for operators and customers. In addition, the agency’s bus fleet is equipped with upgraded barrier shields for operator safety.

Bus operations and maintenance roles are 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.

Career fair attendees can learn more about RTD’s benefits and opportunities during the event.

Full event details

What: RTD’s Career Fair

Date: Wednesday, Sept. 24

Time: 2 – 5 p.m.

Location: RTD Platte Division

3333 Ringsby Ct., Denver, CO 80216

Many RTD frontline positions are eligible for a hiring bonus. Visit here to apply for a bus operator role and here to apply for a general repair mechanic role. To learn about more career opportunities with RTD, please visit the Careers page on the RTD website.