Transit Operator: Part-Time

Transit Operator

Drive Change. Empower Communities. Become a Transit Operator!

At King County Metro, we believe public transportation is more than just getting from point A to Bit's about connecting people to opportunities, fostering inclusive communities, and making every ride a positive experience.

We are looking for compassionate, service-driven individuals to join our team as Transit Operators. In this role, you'll play a vital part in ensuring that every passenger feels safe, valued, and welcome. You'll provide excellent customer service, assist riders with care, and help keep our transportation network running smoothly.

What You'll Do:

• Be a friendly and welcoming presence for all passengers.
• Ensure every rider gets to their destination safely and comfortably.
• Assist individuals, including seniors and people with disabilities, with respect and patience.
• Navigate routes with confidence while following traffic laws and safety procedures.
• Act as the eyes and ears of the community, reporting any safety concerns to keep our riders and neighborhoods secure.

Who We're Looking For:

You don't need prior experiencejust a commitment to customer service, safety, and community. If you're a great communicator, enjoy helping others, and want to make a difference in people's lives, we encourage you to apply. Reliability and punctuality are fundamental traits of successful Transit Operators.

Join us and drive the change you want to see in your community. Apply today!

Why Join Us?

• A Career with Purpose Your work directly impacts the lives of individuals and families, ensuring they have reliable access to jobs, schools, and essential services.
• Supportive & Inclusive Team We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive. Our workforce reflects the diverse communities we serve.
• Paid Training No prior experience driving large vehicles? No problem! We provide paid training and offer career pathways to help you grow within the organization.
• Work That Works for You We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits.
• Career Growth Opportunities Metro offers hundreds of career paths for you to grow your career into fields such as management, administration, mechanics, mobility, human resources and more. Once you get your foot in the door as an Operator your growth potential is unlimited!

Join Metro Transit, recognized as the Outstanding Public Transportation System of 2018 by the American Public Transit Association and Washington Transit Agency of the Year by the Conference of Minority Transportation Officials ( COMTO !). As one of North America's top transit agencies, we're committed to providing exceptional, accessible transportation and building strong community connections. Join our team and help shape the future of mobility!

We foster a respectful, supportive environment where everyone thrives. Our Transit Operators do more than drivethey connect communities, create opportunities, and make a difference every day. Join us and be part of something bigger!

Rates of Pay:

The rate of pay for Part -time Operator trainees is $23.08/hour . Upon successful graduation from the training course new hires will start at the first step of the Transit Operator pay scale: $31.39/hour .

What to Expect for your Schedule:

During Training:

Metro Operator Training includes a mix of classroom work, independent study and coach practice driving. New Trainees typically work 7 days a week during training. Training takes place Monday-Friday typically from early morning to afternoon, additionally trainees are often asked to complete coach practice on weekends . Trainees will complete in-house CDL testing to obtain their Washington State Commercial Drivers License with Passenger Endorsement.

After Graduating:

Graduated Operators select their assignments based on seniority and may work a variety of schedules. A new Transit Operators schedule will vary greatly, part-time operators are guaranteed a minimum of 12.5 hours/week .

Work Locations:

Transit Operators must be available to work at any of the King County Metro transit bases while the initial Training takes place at the Norfolk Training Center in Tukwila.