Join the paratransit team!

Sun Van provides essential door-to-door paratransit service, ensuring accessible transportation for eligible riders.

Current Openings

Van Operator

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Salary

Training rate $18.16/hr.

After training $19.39/hr.

Qualifications

Applicants must be at least 21 years old, have a good driving record and the ability to learn to safely operate a paratransit vehicle. Should have basic reading, writing and math skills and follow written and oral instructions. Must have the ability to communicate verbally and in writing; establish and maintain courteous, friendly, and effective relations with passengers, the public and fellow employees. ALL APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS A CURRENT VALID ARIZONA DRIVERS LICENSE AND PROVIDE A CURRENT 39 MONTH MOTOR VEHICLE REPORT IF CALLED FOR AN INTERVIEW.

Information

Van Operator shifts may include Saturday, Sunday and Monday.

Operations Coordinator

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Salary

$23.43 – 29.28/hr

Essential Functions

Monitor Trapeze and Transit Master issues; Post and administer work bid and vacation bid for Coach Operators, monitors manpower status; Prepare a weekly manpower report and seniority list; Prepare Operator schedules; Provide coverage for Dispatcher, Radio Operator, Road Supervisor, and Scheduling Coordinator; Meet with New Coach Operators throughout their training. Prepare promotion and probation letters; Help operators with payroll issues and questions; Track non-revenue vehicles’ mileage and repair, using Asset-Works software; Coordinate the in-house communication of schedule change information within the Sun Van departments, customer service representatives, and the Union; Performs additional duties as assigned to support evolving operational needs and ensure consistent, high‑quality service delivery

Benefits

We offer our employees an excellent comprehensive benefits package:

Sun Van Benefits

  • Paid Training
  • Medical/vision/dental coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • 401 (k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Sick Pay
  • Holiday Pay
  • Vacation Pay
  • Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance

How to Apply

Download the fillable application and email to SunVan_HR@tucsonaz.gov

Become a Sun Van Driver

Fast track your career at Sun Van’s Open House every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m! No appointment is necessary and no Commercial Driver License (CDL) is required and paid training is provided for qualified applicants.

Location: 3401 East Ajo Way

Minimum Requirements:

  • Complete an application on-site or online
  • 21 years of age or older
  • 39-month Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
  • Current valid Arizona driver’s license