Description

Transit Operator

Salary: $31.75 - $40.02 Hourly

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 2932-26C

Closing Date: 5/29/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

Do you enjoy working with people?

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of those in your community?

Set your career in motion today at Pierce Transit!

No CDL? No problem!

Pierce Transit will pay YOU to get your Class B CDL on-site with some of the best driving instructors in the industry!

Essential Functions

The following functions are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

We are looking for drivers who will provide excellent service to our customers, informing them about fares, routes, schedules, and operating rules in a tactful and courteous manner.

They will be relied on to ensure safe and efficient operation of transit coaches and agency vehicles while following routes, schedules, and all traffic regulations.

Depending on the assignment, this person may operate a passenger van to pick up and drop off passengers eligible for specialized transportation. Work may include assisting customers with disabilities and those using wheelchairs in boarding and exiting the vehicle.

Individuals selected for these positions must have the ability to:

Be accurate and thorough in the completion of written accident, incident, and other reports.

Inspect the bus or van before and after operation.

Operate a radio to communicate with a dispatcher.

Read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand traffic signs and signals and to comprehend written instructions and standard operating procedures, notices, or memos.

Learn new routes and procedures and follow them reliably and consistently.

Know, understand and follow traffic laws and ordinances and safety rules.

Be available for work to cover any shift/route.

Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance, especially during the onboarding/training period.

Qualifications

Driving records of finalist candidates will be reviewed.

Required Qualifications:

Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire.

Must have been licensed for a minimum of five (5) years to be considered.

Five (5) years of continuous, recent driving history with a valid license is required (i.e. no gaps in license status to include suspensions and withdrawals)

Must have an excellent driving record. (no revocations or suspensions)

Applicants may apply with an out-of-state license but must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License at the time of hire.

To qualify for this position, candidates must provide at least five years of verifiable work experience, including two consecutive years with the same employer. Please ensure this is clearly reflected in the work history section of your application as well as any gaps in employment.

Additional License Requirements:

Must obtain a Non-Excepted Interstate Class B Commercial License Permit with Passenger and Airbrake endorsements prior to a final offer being extended.

Essential Functions

The following functions are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

We are looking for drivers who will provide excellent service to our customers, informing them about fares, routes, schedules, and operating rules in a tactful and courteous manner.

They will be relied on to ensure safe and efficient operation of transit coaches and agency vehicles while following routes, schedules, and all traffic regulations.

Depending on the assignment, this person may operate a passenger van to pick up and drop off passengers eligible for specialized transportation. Work may include assisting customers with disabilities and those using wheelchairs in boarding and exiting the vehicle.

Individuals selected for these positions must have the ability to:

Be accurate and thorough in the completion of written accident, incident, and other reports.

Inspect the bus or van before and after operation.

Operate a radio to communicate with a dispatcher.

Read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand traffic signs and signals and to comprehend written instructions and standard operating procedures, notices, or memos.

Learn new routes and procedures and follow them reliably and consistently.

Know, understand and follow traffic laws and ordinances and safety rules.

Be available for work to cover any shift/route.

Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance, especially during the onboarding/training period.

Qualifications

Driving records of finalist candidates will be reviewed.

Required Qualifications:

Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire.

Must have been licensed for a minimum of five (5) years to be considered.

Five (5) years of continuous, recent driving history with a valid license is required (i.e. no gaps in license status to include suspensions and withdrawals)

Must have an excellent driving record. (no revocations or suspensions)

Applicants may apply with an out-of-state license but must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License at the time of hire.

To qualify for this position, candidates must provide at least five years of verifiable work experience, including two consecutive years with the same employer. Please ensure this is clearly reflected in the work history section of your application as well as any gaps in employment.

Additional License Requirements:

Must obtain a Non-Excepted Interstate Class B Commercial License Permit with Passenger and Airbrake endorsements prior to a final offer being extended.

To apply, please visit: https://piercetransit.org/careers