Transit Operator Trainee: Launch Your Rail Career

City of El Paso; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

City of El Paso seeks a Transit Operator Trainee to join its public transportation team, learning to operate passenger coaches and streetcars safely and courteously.

Training begins in November 2026. This unclassified contract position is temporary and will become a regular classified role after successful completion of a 9-week program.

Candidates must meet age, license and background requirements, pass a federal medical exam, and be ready for full-time, on-site duties with scheduled routes.

Qualifications

• Completion of tenth grade or higher with 1 year public contact or customer service experience.
• Eligible if 21 years old with safe driving record and background check.
• Pass background investigation and periodic physical examinations per federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Attend and complete classroom and field training in operating passenger coaches and streetcars.
• Learn routes, schedules, defensive driving, safety, public relations and customer service skills.

Skills

Customer service experience

Public contact experience

Valid Class C Driver's License

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

City of El Paso seeks a Transit Operator Trainee to join its public transportation team, learning to operate passenger coaches and streetcars safely and courteously.

Training begins in November 2026. This unclassified contract position is temporary and will become a regular classified role after successful completion of a 9-week program.

Candidates must meet age, license and background requirements, pass a federal medical exam, and be ready for full-time, on-site duties with scheduled routes.