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Responsible for the operation of transit buses to carry passengers to various destinations within the service area in a safe, timely, and professional manner. Transit operators provide critical services to the community, supporting the mission to enhance quality of life, bolster mobility, and create opportunities through transit.
Paid training is provided at Clallam Transit System for obtaining the required Commercial Driver License (CDL).
Compensation
Transit operators will begin at $25.49 per hour and move to $27.08 per hour after successfully completing the 180-day probationary period. Operators will receive pay increases on their anniversaries up to $34.46 per hour and annual cost of living increases.
Required Qualifications
A high school diploma or high school equivalency certificate (GED)
A valid WA driver's license or ability to obtain
Five consecutive years of licensed driving experience
See the position description for complete details.
Working Conditions
This is a safety-sensitive position subject to random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with CTS policy and federal regulations. Represented by the Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 587.
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid medical and dental premiums for employees, with coverage available for qualifying dependents.
- Basic life and long-term disability insurances with options to purchase additional coverages.
- Enrollment in Public Employee Retirement System (PERS).
- Post-employment CTS Healthcare Insurance Coverage Credits, as eligible.
- Approximately 11 days of general leave accrued annually.
- Sick leave accrual is 0.025 per hour worked.
- 11 paid holidays, plus 8 hours personal holiday.
- Paid bereavement leave.
- Wellness Program $200/$400 annual reimbursement for employee/family.
- Reimbursement of CDL endorsement fees and USDOT medical examination costs.
- VEBA/HRA contributions of $25 per pay period, longevity contributions, and waived medical coverage (optional).
- CTS transit passes for employee and qualifying dependents.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Extensive employee recognition program with monetary incentives.
Recruitment Period
Open: March 26, 2024
First Review of Applicants: April 8, 2024
Close: April 19, 2024
Thank you for your interest in the Transit Operator position at Clallam Transit System! If your application is selected to move forward, the application process will include a panel interview and other additional screening processes as required. If you have questions please email HR@clallamtransit.com or call us at (360) 452-4511. We look forward to learning more about you!
Application must be completed in full and consistent with resume (not required) to be considered for employment.
Clallam Transit System is an equal employment opportunity employer.
