Transit Operator

Open: October 20, 2026 — Close: Open until filled. Represented by Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 587.

About the role

Responsible for operating public transit vehicles to transport passengers to various destinations within the service area in a safe, timely, and professional manner. This position provides critical contributions to support Clallam Transit System’s (CTS) mission to enhance quality of life, bolster mobility, and create opportunities through transit.

Requirements

• High school diploma or high school equivalency
• Five consecutive years of licensed driving experience
• A valid driver's license or ability to obtain one
• Meet all requirements and obtain a Class B Washington State commercial driver's license (CDL) with proper licensure during the training period
• Paid training is provided at Clallam Transit System for obtaining the required CDL

Working conditions

• 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

• Reimbursement of CDL endorsement fees and USDOT medical examination costs
• 100% employer-paid medical, vision, and dental premiums, 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) pension
• 11 paid holidays and approximately 12 days of general leave accrued over an annual period
• Sick leave accrual at .025 per hour worked
• Wellness Program: $200/$400 annual reimbursement for employee/family
• HRA employer contributions, longevity contributions, and waived medical coverage (optional)
• Post-employment CTS Healthcare Insurance Coverage Credits, as eligible
• CTS transit passes for employee and qualifying dependents

Pay

Starting wage is $27.57 per hour, moving to $29.29 per hour after successful completion of the 180-day probationary period. Operators receive pay increases on their anniversaries up to $34.46 (2024–2026 wage scale) and annual cost-of-living increases.