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

Paratransit Road Supervisor

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Salary

$25.45/ per hour

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.

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