City Highlights Transit Career Opportunities on National Transit Career Day
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City and County of Honolulu - HawaiiHONOLULU — In recognition of National Transit Career Day, the City and County of Honolulu Department of Transportation Services (DTS) recognizes the dedicated professionals keeping TheBus, Handi-Van, and Skyline moving and invites Oʻahu residents to discover how public transportation is more than a simple job; it is a lifelong career and calling in public service.
Every single day, thousands of residents, kūpuna, students, and visitors rely on Honolulu’s integrated transit network to reach school, work, medical appointments, and family gatherings. Behind every safe boarding, on-time arrival, and smooth transfer is a diverse team of professionals whose work directly strengthens the fabric of island life.
“The men and women who keep our public transportation system running every day are providing an essential service to the people of Oʻahu,” said Mayor Rick Blangiardi. “Their dedication, professionalism, and commitment make a tremendous difference in the lives of our residents. As we continue to expand and modernize our transit system, we need talented, hardworking people who want to be part of something bigger than themselves. These are meaningful careers with tremendous opportunities to grow, serve our community, and make a lasting impact.”
From operating buses and maintaining vehicles to managing our award-winning automated rail system, Honolulu’s public transportation network offers a variety of career paths for individuals with different skills, interests, and professional backgrounds.
Additionally, National Transit Career Day celebrates the role of public transit in our communities far beyond vehicle operations, including planning, engineering, data science, information technology, vehicle and facility maintenance, safety, finance, procurement, marketing, and executive leadership.
“Public transit is the heartbeat of Honolulu, and our amazing employees are what keep it beating,” said Jon Y. Nouchi, Director of Transit for the Department of Transportation Services. “Whether you are behind the wheel of a bus, maintaining our zero-emission fleet, operating Skyline, or planning the next generation of mobility across Oʻahu, we need more people to grow and maintain our transit networks, now and into our future.”
Oʻahu Transit Services (OTS), which operates TheBus and Handi-Van, is actively recruiting bus drivers and maintenance personnel. These positions offer highly competitive pay, paid training opportunities, and excellent benefits, including employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension contributions, paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation.
“A career in transit gives you the rare opportunity to see the positive impact of your work on your neighbors every single day,” said Oʻahu Transit Services (OTS) President and General Manager Jenny Lemaota. “We are recruiting for our next generation of transit professionals and welcome all to be a part of Team Transit.”
As Honolulu continues to expand Skyline and modernize our multimodal network, our need for passionate, community-minded talent has never been greater. Many of Honolulu’s transit leaders began their careers on the front lines, growing through hands-on mentorship, technical certifications, and leadership development programs into lifelong careers.
“You don’t need to start with a background in transportation to build a future here,” Nouchi added. “If you care about people, take pride in your craft, and want a career with stability, purpose, and room to grow, there is a place for you in transit.”
National Transit Career Day also recognizes the people behind public transportation and highlights the wide range of opportunities available in an industry that connects communities, supports local economies, and helps people reach their destinations.
Residents interested in exploring current openings, paid training programs, and career pathways with TheBus, Handi-Van, Skyline, and DTS can visit:
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Oʻahu Transit Services (TheBus and Handi-Van):
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