Pay & Benefits

Move Up to better pay, benefits, and long-term security

Metro Transit Bus Operators (bus drivers) earn competitive pay and strong benefits that support your finances and well-being.

Pay

Start at $29.70/hour, even during training. If you work 2nd or 3rd shift, you’ll earn up to $31.78/hour with shift differential pay. Shift assignments are based on operational needs and union seniority.

A shift differential is additional pay for hours worked at untraditional times. Metro Transit pays bus operators a 5% premium for all hours worked between 8 p.m. and 11:59 p.m. and a 7% premium for hours worked between midnight and 7 a.m.

Hiring bonus

Get $5,000 if you already hold a CDL with passenger endorsement and no air brake restriction, or $3,000 if you don’t. The bonus is paid in installments after probation and after your one-year anniversary.

Health & financial benefits

30 days after hire, you’re eligible for:

• Multiple healthcare plan options

• Dental and vision coverage

• Employer-paid life insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical & dependent care)

• Employee Assistance Program

Retirement & long-term security

• Pension plan through Minnesota’s state retirement system

• Retirement savings plan

• Healthcare savings plan for post-employment medical expenses

More benefits

• Uniform allowance

• Paid parental leave for qualifying employees

• Paid holidays and leave time per contract

• Two on-site medical clinics

• On-site fitness centers at garages and select worksites

• Unlimited-ride transit pass

Veteran benefits

Metro Transit proudly supports Veterans.

• GI Bill® benefits for eligible veterans

• Paid training and apprenticeship after hire

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)