Mountain Transit

It's Mountain Transit Trivia Time How many riders do you think Mountain Transit transports every month, counting all of the fixed routes AND dial-a-ride service? A ) 5,000 - 6,000 ... B ) 16,000 - 17,000 C ) 1,500 - 2,500 D ) 12,000 - 15,000 Vote below by typing the letter you think is correct

Have you signed up for our mailing list? We are excitedly preparing our inaugural quarterly newsletter. Join our community to see what's going on over here at Mountain Transit, including updates on what's to come and fun employee spotlights. Is there anything special you'd like to see covered in the newsletter? Let us know in the comments below.

Now that our beautiful Black Bear neighbors are out of hibernation, we've been seeing many of them wandering around. Did you know... They have a mostly plant based diet They are solitary animals, with the exception of cubs who stay around their mothers for about 2 years while they learn to hunt and survive ... They're fast- they can run up to 30mph! Have you spotted a black bear this season? Any other mountain creature sightings? Share with us below!

With the hustle and bustle of daily life, it's so wonderful to spend some time in the great outdoors, especially where we live! A short walk around the lake can help you relax and feel at peace. What's your favorite way to relax in nature?

In honor of #NationalSmallBusinessWeek, we wanted to give a big shout out to the plethora of amazing local businesses we have here on the mountain, like these along Route 4! What are your favorite local shops on the mountain? Tag them below

Who went to Opening Day at the Running Springs Farmers Market and Artisan Faire?!? Anyone take home anything delicious? Like cherries from new vendor Life Waters Family Farms? Yum! Remember, you can take the Mountain Transit Route 4 bus right to the Farmers Market entrance! Check it out every Saturday from 9am-1pm.

Help us improve mobility in San Bernardino County! Complete this short needs survey to share your transportation needs and challenges and enter a raffle to win one of ten $100 gift cards! Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8FKCRDM ¡Ayúdenos a mejorar la movilidad en el Condado de San Bernardino!... ¡Complete esta breve encuesta para contarnos sobre las necesidades y desafíos de movilidad en su comunidad - y participar en un sorteo para ganar una de diez tarjetas de regalo de $100! La Encuesta: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8FKCRDM See more

It’s #InternationalMountainDay and we know which mountains are our favorite! How do you prefer the San Bernardino Mountains, green or covered with snow? Submit your favorite photo you’ve taken of the mountains below! Photo Credit: https://www.wikiwand.com/en/San_Bernardino_Mountains

The San Bernardino National Forest is home to 71 endangered species of wildlife, including the black bear, bald eagle, spotted owl, tree frog, peregrine falcon, king snake, bighorn sheep, bobcat, and house finch. We’re taking a poll, who do you think is cuter? The bobcat or black bear? Post for the bobcat or for the black bear!

It’s #PretendtobeaTimeTravelerDay and we’re jumping to the year 3020! What type of travel are you hoping for the future? Hyperspeed pods that shoot through tubes at 1000 miles per hour, flying cars, or teleportation? Photo Credits: https://scienews.com / @ Elon Musk/SpaceX / https://moderndiplomacy.eu

Join our Team at Mountain Transit in the beautiful mountain community of Big Bear Lake. Work in the fresh air, surrounded by blue skies 365 days a year. We are... hiring for the full-time position of Dispatcher/Customer Service in our Big Bear Lake office. Dispatchers receive incoming telephone calls from our passengers, public inquires, and our vendors. The Dispatcher is also responsible to schedule rides and provide information regarding all our bus routes. In addition to telephone communications, the Dispatcher also utilizes a radio system to assist our bus drivers with their routes and passenger communications. Dispatchers directly monitor, coordinate, and oversee the daily operation of all Mountain Transit transportation service. This position requires an even temperament and ability to multitask. Paid Training wage: $13.00 per hour Post Training wage: Starting at: $17.49 per hour This position requires the following skills and essential duties: Possess professional telephone and radio communications etiquette. Must have excellent communication and customer service skills. Must have strong knowledge of computer skills in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook. Ability to communicate orally and in writing using proper grammar and spelling. Strong knowledge of the roadways throughout the service area. Cultivate strong relationships with drivers and customers to reduce the stress that comes with high call volume, last minute schedule changes, weather/road condition changes. Coordinate the response to driver reported emergencies. Requirements: Dispatcher positions are considered safety sensitive and are subject to mandatory random drug testing as prescribed by federal law. A Pre-Employment physical, drug screen, and background check is required Must be willing to work weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Must be a minimum of 21 years of age. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Must have a current Driver’s License or DMV ID Apply at: www.mountaintransit.org/employment or return a completed Employment Application by email to [email protected] or by mail via PO Box 1501, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

Route 5 Service Update: Effective December 14, 2020, in response to the current Governor's order to Stay at Home except for essential activities, Mountain Transit will run Route 5 Off the Mountain service between Big Bear and San Bernardino on Fridays only. Route 5 service will depart at the Fox Farm stop at 6:30am and 4:30pm and return trips will depart the San Bernardino Transit Center at 8:20am and... 6:15pm. This is temporary and subject to change. Route 6 Rim Off the Mountain service is used as commuter service for essential workers and will remain in effect at this time. Please go to http://mountaintransit.org/ for full schedules and other news regarding Mountain Transit service.

Have you heard that Route 3 now heads to Bear City on the half-hour? For the route schedule click here: http://mountaintransit.org//mountain_meadows_to_gold_moun/

It’s #writealetterday and our favorite letters are from you, our riders! Question, comment, or general feedback, send us a letter to: PO Box 1501 Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Or you can submit a virtual letter to [email protected]. After, don’t forget to head on over to http://mountaintransit.org/questionscomments/ and sign up to subscribe for letters from us to you!

Celebrating December 3rd! On this day in 1849, California officially requested to be admitted into the Union as a free state, and less than a year later on September 9th, 1850, California became the 31st state! Photo Credit: https://parks.ca.gov/

Do you have feedback on the change of service to Fixed Route 4? On September 21st at 8:00AM, there will be a Zoom meeting to collect public input on Route 4. Zoom Link: ... https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82751334442 Please see the details in the flyer for the Meeting ID, Password, and Call in Number. We look forward to hearing from you.

Due to low ridership on Fixed Route 4, Mountain Transit - San Bernardino Mountains is looking for ways to better serve residents. This may include offering a dedicated Dial-A-Ride service for the Running Springs area and discontinuing Route 4. We would like to hear your input, so please fill out their survey online, or in person at the Running Springs Farmers Market and Artisan Faire this Saturday/next Saturday, and/or attend our public Zoom meeting on September 21st at 8:0...0AM. Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82751334442 Please see the attached flyer for the Meeting ID and Passcode details. To help us provide you with the best DAR service we can, please fill out the survey found here: https://mountaintransit.org/mountain-transit-route-4-survey/

On Saturday August 29th, one of our beloved drivers, Jenne Moses, lost her home in the Crestline fire on Zurich Drive. Thankfully, her family is safe, but in a matter of minutes, they lost everything they owned. Before the fire, the Moses family was already reeling from a motorcycle accident that tragically claimed the life of Jenne’s son-in-law. Jenne’s daughter, Meadow, burned her feet after running inside the still burning home to rescue the 9-week-old puppy she had adopte...d to help her son, Tommy, cope with the loss of his father. The puppy, Toby, is doing well after spending some time at the vet. For the last five years, Jenne has been an excellent driver for Mountain Transit - San Bernardino Mountains, and is always willing to help others. She even makes a point of telling her supervisors how much she appreciates her job and is happy to work extra shifts. She is well-known (and extremely well-liked) in our mountain community and has received several customer service commendations. We spoke to Jenne on Saturday, only a few hours after the fire. She was grateful that her family had made it safely out but remains completely devasted and at a loss for how to move forward. Fortunately, they have family in the area that they can stay with until they can figure out next step. To ease the financial burden on Jenne and her family, a GoFundMe page has been created: https://gf.me/u/yvbxn6 If you are unable to donate at this time, sharing this link is also helpful to spread the word that the Moses family is in need. Your prayers are also appreciated.

7/13/20 Big Bear Lake, CA Mountain Transit has launched a new mobile ticketing application which gives riders a new and cashless fare payment choice. Mountain Transit bus passes may now be purchased using Mountain Transit’s new mobile fare app Token Transit. Token Transit is a free app which allows riders to purchase their bus passes on their smart phones using a credit or debit card. The app displays a digital pass on the rider’s phone screen, which is shown to the dr...Continue reading

Mountain Transit has outgrown its Big Bear facility and is looking for a new home. http://mountaintransit.org/mountain-transit-has-outgrown-i/

As you re-explore the world outside your window, Mountain Transit is ready to take you there in new ways. We are back to "new regular" service. Check out the website for schedule details www.mountaintransit.org. Monday May 18th Mountain Transit resumed fare collection.... No passes are being sold at this time. Our offices are still closed to the public in compliance with State of California Executive Order N-29-20. Please have exact change ready for your fare. Previously purchased passes will be honored. For more information, call 909-878-5200 Monday through Saturday between 8am and 5pm. Thank you for helping us keep transportation running in our mountain communities! Best views in town, no driving required.

We keep going for our community. Yell when you hear the bell. We are ringing it for you! Trolley will be back inservice soon.