Transit Operator I (30 Hours Benefitted) #JR100335

City of Peoria, Arizona; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick leave

Benefits Presentation 2026

Arizona State Retirement System

Public Safety Retirement System

Deferred Compensation Program

Employer Provided Medical Insurance

Job summary

City of Peoria in Peoria, AZ is seeking safety-minded Dial-A-Ride drivers to transport passengers, including seniors and disabled, while ensuring safe vehicle operations and courteous service.

This role is 30 hours per week with benefits. You will provide information to the public, log route stops, perform pre- and post-trip checks, and collect transit fares, contributing to reliable community mobility.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalency.
• 1-2 years experience in same or similar positions.
• Valid Arizona Class “C” Driver’s License (with Passenger Endorsement) required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and efficient vehicle operations for transporting passengers, assisting seniors and disabled as needed.
• Provide general information to the public regarding Dial-A-Ride services and log stops on route manifests.
• Complete daily Pre-Trip and Post-Trip vehicle inspections and reports; maintain trip data and vehicle equipment functionality.
• Collect and record pre-established transit fares.

Skills

Safety-minded

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalency.

Experience

• 1-2 years experience. Moderate previous experience required in the same or similar previous positions.

Physical Demands

• Work requires moderate physical exertion.

Licenses/Certifications/Special Requirements

• Valid Arizona Class “C” Driver’s License (with Passenger Endorsement) required upon hire.

Tell me more…..

We're looking for friendly, safety-minded drivers to keep our community moving! You'll be the heart behind the wheel, providing reliable transportation and great service to our citizens. This position is 30 hours per week with benefits. If you love driving and helping people, this is the ride for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Provide safe and efficient vehicle operations for the purpose of transporting passengers. Assists passengers, including seniors and disabled, in boarding and exiting the vehicle as necessary. Secure mobility devices (wheelchairs, walkers, etc.) in the vehicle.
• Provide general information to the public regarding Dial-A-Ride services. Logs all stops on daily route manifest, completes incident and accident reports, daily vehicle inspection reports and reports vehicle malfunctions. Complete company forms, maintain accurate trip data and use vehicle equipment such as onboard radio and computer system.
• Complete daily Pre-Trip and Post-Trip vehicle inspections, interior cleaning and vehicle refueling.
• Collect and records pre-established transit fares.

Why Peoria?

Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for.

About Peoria

The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria.

If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!

Get an inside look at the Culture of Peoria

We are PEORIA!

Professional, Ethical, Open, Responsive, Innovative, Accountable

Application Process

Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone.

During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the human resources department at [e-mail] or 623-773-7100.

An Equal Employment Opportunity Agency.

Peoria es una Agencia de Igualdad de Oportunidad de Empleo.

• Paid Holidays (12 days per year)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick leave
• Personal Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Benefits Presentation 2026
• Arizona State Retirement System
• Public Safety Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Major Medical insurance (PDF)
• Employer Provided Basic Life Insurance Program
• Optional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Employer Provided Dental Insurance
• Employer Provided Short Term Disability
• Employer Provided Vision (PDF)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Care FSA Overview(FSA)
• Health Care FSA Carryover
• Dependent Care FSA Overview
• Optional Accident Insurance (PDF)
• Optional Critical Illness Insurance (PDF)
• Optional Hospital Indemnity Insurance (PDF)
• Optional Pet Plan (PDF)
• Employee Assistance Program (PDF)
• Tuition Assistance Program (PDF)
• Direct Deposit
• Wellness Program