Position Overview

Responsible for the operation of paratransit vehicles to carry vulnerable passengers to various destinations within the service area in a safe, timely, and professional manner. Paratransit operators provide critical services to the community, supporting the mission to enhance quality of life, bolster mobility, and create opportunities through transit.

Summary of Required Qualifications

Education and Experience: A high school diploma or high school equivalency certificate (GED) AND five consecutive years of licensed driving experience.
Licensures and Certifications: A valid Washington State driver’s license
See position description for complete details.

Working Conditions

This is a safety-sensitive position subject to random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with CTS policy and federal regulations. Represented by the Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 587.

Position Overview

Summary of Required Qualifications

Education and Experience: A high school diploma or high school equivalency certificate (GED) AND five consecutive years of licensed driving experience.
Licensures and Certifications: A valid Washington State driver’s license
See position description for complete details.

Working Conditions

This is a safety-sensitive position subject to random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with CTS policy and federal regulations. Represented by the Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 587.

Position Overview
Responsible for the operation of paratransit vehicles to carry vulnerable passengers to various destinations within the service area in a safe, timely, and professional manner. Paratransit operators provide critical services to the community, supporting the mission to enhance quality of life, bolster mobility, and create opportunities through transit.

Summary of Required Qualifications
A high school diploma/GED and WA driver’s license or ability to obtain.
See the position description for complete details.

Working Conditions
This is a safety-sensitive position subject to random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with CTS policy and federal regulations. Represented by the Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 587.

Starting wage is $23.43 per hour, moving to $24.90 per hour after successful completion of the 180-day probationary period. Paratransit operators receive pay increases on their anniversaries up to $29.29 (2024-2026 wage scale) and annual cost of living increases.

Benefits

100% employer-paid medical, vision, and dental premiums, with coverage available for qualifying dependents.

Basic life and long-term disability insurances with options to purchase additional coverages.

Enrollment in Public Employee Retirement System (PERS).

Post-employment CTS Healthcare Insurance Coverage Credits, as eligible.

Approximately 12 days of general leave accrued annually.

Sick leave accrual is 0.025 per hour worked.

11 paid holidays.

Paid bereavement leave.

Wellness Program $200/$400 annual reimbursement for employee/family.

VEBA/HRA contributions of $25 per pay period, longevity contributions, and waived medical coverage (optional).

Open: May 01, 2026

Close: May 15, 2026 at 12 p.m.

Thank you for your interest in Clallam Transit System! If your application is selected to move forward, the application process will include a panel interview and other additional screening processes as required. If you have questions please email [email protected] or call us at (360) 452-4511. We look forward to learning more about you!

Clallam Transit System is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Application must be completed in full and consistent with resume (not required) to be considered for employment.

Paratransit Operator