Transit Driver

The City of Pullman is hiring Transit Drivers to operate buses and paratransit vehicles, ensuring passenger safety and comfort over assigned routes. No prior transit experience is required; paid training is provided. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, able to wear a uniform, and maintain a neat appearance.

• Check fluids, tires, and perform pre‑trip inspections.
• Operate buses or vans on routes, pick up and discharge passengers, collect fares, verify passes, and use handheld units.
• Operate wheelchair lifts, regulate heating/cooling systems, and ensure passenger comfort.
• Promote positive passenger relations, greet passengers, provide route information, and collect surveys.
• Report incidents, hazards, and accidents to the dispatcher.
• Assist with cleaning of vehicles, use power washer, sweep, empty waste baskets, answer telephone.
• Operate two‑way radio, make ADA stop calls, and perform hourly walk‑throughs.
• Attend training sessions and maintain a regular presence.
• Interact professionally with city staff and the public.

• Self‑motivation and willingness to do a good job.
• Operate vehicle safely while observing passengers.
• Complete initial classroom and field training.
• Operate large passenger bus and paratransit van independently in all weather.
• Deal with public politely and remain calm under pressure.
• Maintain effective relationships with supervisors and colleagues.
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Demonstrate excellent driving skills.
• Complete a first aid class and apply training to passengers.
• Accurately maintain ride, fare, transfer, defect, and schedule records.
• Provide quality services cost‑effectively and suggest improvements.
• Show sensitivity to diverse groups.
• Work varying hours, including early morning, late evening, weekends.
• Pass drug screen, background check, and transit orientation people‑skill test.
• Physically perform essential functions and possess a valid driver’s license with an abstract of driving record.
• Ability to obtain a Class B commercial driver license (air‑brake restriction removed).

• Three insurance plans to choose from (spouse and all dependents, low deductibles).
• Vision and dental insurance with no cost sharing.
• $15,000 basic life and accidental death & dismemberment coverage.
• Short‑term disability insurance.
• PERS2 or PERS3 retirement.
• Employee assistance program.

• Deferred compensation.
• Additional life and spouse life insurance.
• Discounts on parks & recreation membership.
• Discounts on Life Flight membership.

Employees sit for extended periods and may work outdoors in various weather conditions, including exposure to wet/humid environments, chemicals, and lifting up to 50 pounds. This is a safety‑sensitive position subject to random drug testing. Noise levels range from quiet in the office to moderately loud in the field.