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At Sun Tran, Sun Van and Sun Link we pride ourselves on being more than just a transportation company. Our employees are proud to be a part of Tucson and its close-knit community. Community involvement is one of the factors that distinguishes us as an award-winning transit service and makes Tucson a better place to call home.
We are always looking for talent to join our team. Please click Current Openings tab above to see our Openings!
Click the boxes below to compare Coach Operator, Van Operator and Streetcar Operator roles.
How To Apply
Application Rules
We only accept applications when we have job openings. The Current Job Openings list includes those employment opportunities for which we are accepting applications.
- Please review the closing date, and the experience, education, and certification standards for each position.
- A complete, separate Sun Tran Application must be submitted for each available employment position.
- Resumes are only accepted as a supplement to the required application forms.
- Completed applications must be received at Sun Tran by 4:00PM on the job closing date to be considered. Postmarks will not be accepted.
- Walk-in applications are only accepted from 9:00AM to 4:00PM at the Sun Tran Facility, 3910 N. Sun Tran Blvd, Administration Building.
- Applicants will be notified only if selected for an interview. Applications remain on file for three months from the date applied.
- If selected for a position, Sun Tran requires a background investigation in all federal, state, county and city justice courts.
How To Get An Application
In Person
Pick up an application in any of the lobbies of the Sun Tran, Sun Van and Sun Link facilities:
Sun Tran Administrative Office Building
3910 N. Sun Tran Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85705
Sun Van Administrative Office Building
3401 E. Ajo Way
Tucson, AZ 85713
Sun Link Operations Building
290 E 8th Street
Tucson, AZ 85705
Online
How To Submit An Application
Online
Email completed application to:
Sun Tran: SuntranHR@tucsonaz.gov
Sun Van: SunVan_HR@tucsonaz.gov
Sun Link: John.Zukas@tucsonaz.gov
Sun Tran Human Resources
Administration Building
3920 N. Sun Tran Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85705
Sun Van Human Resources
Administration Building
3401 E. Ajo Way
Tucson, AZ 85713
Sun Link Operations
290 E 8th Street
Tucson, AZ 85705
In Person
Sun Tran Administration Building:
3910 N. Sun Tran Blvd9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sun Van Administration Building:
3401 E. Ajo Way8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Sun Link Operations Building:
290 E 8th Street
8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Current Job Openings
Due to the large volume of applications received by Sun Tran, we regrettably are unable to respond individually to each applicant.
Applicants will be notified only if selected for an interview. Applications remain on file for three months from the date applied. Learn more about how to apply by clicking the “how to apply” tab on this page.
Sun Tran is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Sun Tran
Full-Time Coach Operator
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Salary
Training rate $16.00/hr
Starting rate $17.00/hr
Top rate $25.17/hr
(increases every contract year)
Qualifications
Applicants must have a good driving record and the ability to learn to safely operate a 40 foot transit bus. Applicant must be able to establish and maintain courteous, friendly and effective relations with passengers, the public and fellow employees. Must have basic reading, writing and math skills and follow written and oral instructions. Must have the ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Applicants must be 21 years of age. A commercial driver’s license is not needed to apply.
Training Coordinator
Closing Date: September 4, 2023
Salary
Salary $48,725-$60,907
Qualifications
Position requires a high school diploma/equivalent and over three years of experience. Requires knowledge of Microsoft Office. Must possess a current and valid driver’s license and be able to obtain a commercial driver’s license within 90 days after hire.
Parts Clerk
Closing Date: September 4, 2023
Salary
Salary $17.03/hr (Increases every contract year)
Qualifications
Requires a high school diploma/equivalent plus one year experience related to job tasks or equivalent. Must be computer literate. Must have a valid driver license.
Service Island Attendant
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Salary
Starting Rate – $17.03/hr
Top Rate – $18.93/hr (Increases every contract year)
Qualifications
Must have a good work and driving record and have a current AZ driver’s license. Must be able to
perform all work related to servicing, fueling, and cleaning buses.
Bus Stop Cleaning Crew Member
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Salary
Salary $15.00/hr
Essential Functions
Picking up trash from the bus stop pad and the immediate area around the stop; sweeping the bus stop pad; thoroughly removing the trash from the trash can or receptacle; replacing the trash bag in the can or receptacle. Using the power washer to remove dust, dirt, spilled fluids, urine, feces and other undetermined liquids and/or solid waste. Using the graffiti removal aerosol and a rag to remove graffiti. Must be responsive to a change of plans and a break-off route to clean random stops.
Qualifications
High school diploma; valid driver license and a safe driving record.
Sun Link
Streetcar Operator
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Salary
$18.98/hr
Qualifications
Applicants must have a high school diploma/equivalent, Associate Degree preferred and one year experience in related field. MUST possess a valid AZ driver’s license, Class B CDL with passenger designation, ability to pass an AZ DOT physical, successfully complete training programs with post-training qualification period, successful completion of drug and alcohol testing, ability to be re-certified periodically on Standard Operating Procedures as well as through examination on all rules and hands-on proficiency, ability to write clear and concise reports and must be available to work weekends, holidays and evening hours.
Functions
Pick up and drop off passengers at designated locations; assist passengers with special needs including offering assistance in boarding or de-boarding disabled passengers; provide information to passengers regarding service area; troubleshoot and operate malfunctioning light rail vehicles; operate track switches and provide hand signals or traffic flagging. Must be able to work weekends, holidays and evening hours.
Maintenance Manager
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Salary
Depends Upon Experience
Qualifications
Applicants must have a High school diploma or GED and minimum six (6) years experience in rail system field. They must also have the ability to write clear and concise reports, experience with computers, and be available to work weekends, holidays, and evening hours. Additionally, they must possess a current and valid Arizona driver’s license within 30 days of being hired.
General Description
The Maintenance Manager plays the leading role in the Sun Link Streetcar Maintenance Department and is considered fully competent in all aspects of streetcar maintenance. This position is responsible for managing communication and coordination of work activities among Sun Link staff, consultant design engineers, local jurisdictions, other transit agency staff, contracted operators, affected community and business groups during the planning, design, and implementation of projects that support service delivery related to the maintenance of a streetcar system.
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Sun Van
Sun Van Job Application Form
Operations Road Supervisor
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Salary
$22.47/hr.
Qualifications
High School Diploma and four years in the transportation industry. Two years of college
may substitute for up to two years of required experience. Intermediate computer skills required (Trapeze and Microsoft experience preferred). Previous supervisory experience a plus.
Major Functions
Monitor safe driving habits and on-time performance of van operators.
Assure all van operators follow safety procedures by performing follow-up observations of all dangerous and unsafe situations.
Prepare and issue van operator performance evaluations, road checks and disciplinary action.
Facilitate problem solving by conducting follow-up investigations of complaints.
Supervisor assists with accident/incident investigation. Proceeds to the scene and obtains and records complete, pertinent information.
Assist with the scheduling of driver’s shifts.
Assist the maintenance department by changing out buses and trouble-shooting radios, MDT’s and video cameras.
Assists with some aspects of Operator’s training.
Benefits
Benefits include health care coverage for the employee and dependents, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays and a generous retirement plan.
Van Operator
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Salary
Training rate $15.50/hr.
After training $17.12
Top rate $22.47/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.
Join Our Team!
We appreciate your interest in employment with Sun Tran. Sun Tran offers a number of exciting career opportunities. Our salary and benefit packages are designed to attract and retain a highly qualified and motivated work force.
Sun Tran is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits
Sun Tran offers its employees an excellent comprehensive benefits package. Benefits packages do differ slightly, so depending on your employment status, you could be eligible for:
- Medical/vision/dental coverage: Eligible employees and their dependents have full coverage.
- Life Insurance
- 401 (k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Sick leave
- Holidays
- Vacation
- Educational Assistance
- Attendance Incentive Program
- Bus pass for employee and their qualified dependents
- Employee Assistance Program
- In-house training opportunities
- Direct deposit