What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transit Operator position at City of Yakima, WA?
Do you have a valid Commercial Driver's License? Are you looking for a new career or change of scenery? If you answered YES! then Yakima Transit has the job for you!
The City of Yakima is offering new permanent Transit Operators a
*******************$5,000 Hiring Incentive**************************
Hiring incentive to be paid on their second paycheck following the first full month of employment. Requires execution of a 36 month repayment contract of employment.
Yakima Transit has multiple positions available and needs drivers to provide transportation and exceptional customer service to the riders in our community.
This position is scheduled part-time, but has flexibility and availability for full time hours!
MINIMUM CLASS REQUIREMENTS
CDL license as defined. High school diploma/GED AND six (6) months driving and/or customer service experience is preferred.
Shall be subject to drug and alcohol testing, pursuant to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations (49 CFR Part 40) and the Federal Transit Administration’s Regulations (49 CFR Part 655).
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATES
Must possess and maintain a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License. Passenger endorsement is preferred and must be obtained within six (6) weeks of hire. Must obtain and maintain a valid First Aid/CPR Certificate within six (6) months of appointment.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The City of Yakima is a premier employer in the Yakima Valley with extensive opportunities for training and growth. The City offers a competitive benefit package including:
- Pay Range: $21.65 - $27.18
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
- FREE healthcare clinic!
- WA State PERS pension plan
- 3% contribution to a 457 deferred compensation plan
- Leave accruals:
- Vacation – Starting at 7.34 hours/month
- Sick – 8 hours/month
- Personal holiday – 16 hours
- Observed holiday – 11 holidays
- Up to 5% Bilingual/Biliterate English/Spanish special
- Much more??
View the complete job posting and apply online at www.yakimawa.gov/jobs.
Closes 01/17/25
EOE
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $21.65 - $27.18 per hour
Shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Work Days:
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $27
