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Routed Operators

Part-Time and Full-Time Options Available

What is this job really like?

Kitsap Transit's peak ridership is during commute hours. As a result, split shifts are a part of the job and can vary daily, especially for new operators. Routed Operations runs from approximately 3:30am – 10:30pm.

Video interview (below) with Alice Drake, Routed Operator

 

Mike Tallent, Routed Operator
“I work from 4:25 AM to 8:20 AM, then 1:30 PM to 7:15 PM. I still get home before 8 PM, and I have at least 9 hours in between shifts to do whatever I want. It’s so easy. It’s not hard. If you love to drive, this job is for you.”

Video interview (below) with Marvin Jackson, Routed Operator

 

Pay

  • Starting Wage:  $24.11/hour for Routed operators, with annual increases
  • Wage at Sixth Year:  $33.69/hour for Routed operators
  • Non-cumulative Longevity Bonus: 2% after 15 consecutive years, 4% for 20 years and 8% for 25+ years.

On-the-job Benefits

Commercial Driver’s License training provided.
​Once you complete training and are assigned to a board with a minimum guarantee of 30 hours per week of work, you will be eligible for medical, dental, life insurance, and more.  

Community Recognition

The Kitsap Transit Board recognizes a Routed Driver every month and these operators are eligible to be named Routed Driver of the Year. Every operator awarded this distinction is recognized at the Board's public meetings, has their photo taken, and receives a framed certificate and gift card to celebrate this accomplishment.

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Routed Operator Dorene Noriega receives a certificate honoring her as our August 2016 Routed Driver of the Month.

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When you get to the application page, you can either create a new account or log-in if you've used the system before.


ACCESS Operators

Part-Time and Full-Time Options Available

What is this job really like?

ACCESS Operators are connecting community members to appointments, shopping, and various other activities that these passengers could not otherwise attend without our help. ACCESS Operations run from approximately 6:00am – 8:00pm and shifts can vary from day to day. 

Video interview (below) with Tammy Lambert, ACCESS Operator

 

Video interview (below) with Robert Floyd, ACCESS Operator

 

Video interview (below) with Nancy Camm, ACCESS Operator

 

Pay

  • Starting Wage: $22.52/hour for ACCESS operators, with annual increases
  • Wage at Sixth Year:  $32.21/hour for ACCESS operators
  • Non-cumulative Longevity Bonus: 2% after 15 consecutive years, 4% for 20 years and 8% for 25+ years.

On-The-Job Benefits

Commercial Driver’s License training provided.
Once you complete training and are assigned to a board with a minimum guarantee of 30 hours per week of work, you will be eligible for medical, dental, life insurance, and more.

Community Recognition

The Kitsap Transit Board recognizes an ACCESS Driver every month and these operators are eligible to be named ACCESS Driver of the Year. Every operator awarded this distinction is recognized at the Board's public meetings, has their photo taken, and receives a framed certificate and gift card to celebrate this accomplishment.

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ACCESS Operator Robert Floyd receives a certificate from the Kitsap Transit Board honoring him as our 2014 ACCESS Driver of the Year.

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When you get to the application page, you can either create a new account or log-in if you've used the system before.

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