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Thank you for your interest in joining our team as a Metro Transit bus operator! As of March 15, the expected start date for new operator training is mid-April into the month of May. We appreciate your interest and encourage you to apply now because applications are reviewed in the order they are submitted. We are also hiring for other key positions! Please click here for a list of all current openings.

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Benefits

You’ll earn $27.59 per hour to start – even during training – with annual pay increases and outstanding benefits. If you work second or third shift, you’ll earn up to $29.52 per hour. That’s on top of a $5,000 bonus if you have your CDL (with passenger endorsement and no air brake restriction) or a $3,000 bonus for those without a CDL. LEARN MORE about benefits.

Lightrail at inersection with the operator looking to his right.

Training

Once hired as a Metro Transit driver, you'll have full access to a range of professional support tools, including apprenticeship programs, ongoing Learning and Organization Development training, and peer support groups. LEARN MORE about training.

If you love the community and people –

this is a great job!

Equity

We promote diversity to make employees feel valued, respected as their unique selves, and supported in their work. We advance accessibility for our customers and provide a welcoming, inclusive, and safe environment throughout our service options. LEARN MORE about equity.

Safety

Safety is key for all employees and we provide our drivers with smart features, training, and broader assets that improve safety: including driver seat barriers and the Transit Control Center, which monitors all bus operations using GPS-based technology. LEARN MORE about safety.

How to Apply

Before you begin your application, get to know the minimum requirements and how we help you get a Commercial Driver’s License. LEARN MORE about how to apply.