Sound Transit: Latest Job Openings, Reviews and Ratings & Profile wise Salary Distribution

Sound Transit Careers & Info

Sound Transit Overview

Sound Transit started in 1999 to service the public transportation needs of three Washington state counties: King, Pierce and Shonomish. The public transportation system has an average of 26,000 passengers per day, but this number is expected to go up to 45,000 upon completion of many construction projects funded by a $500 million grant from the US government. Not only does Sound Transit operate busses and light rail in the region, but also builds the vehicles used. Sound Transit is funded by fares and by local taxes, including 0.9% of all sales taxes in the service areas. The current CEO is Joni Earl. There are 18 board members, but all meetings are open to the general public. Meetings are also streamed live over the internet on Sound Transit’s web page.

Sound Transit Job Information

Sound Transit employs between 300 and 400 workers each day, but is always hiring. Once the construction projects are finished, the public transportation service is expected to hire even more employees. Sound Transit offers numerous benefits, including paid vacation time, sick leave, 401A retirement plan and a comprehensive health care package which includes dental care.

What jobs pay the most at Sound Transit?

Senior Recruiter is the highest paying job at Sound Transit at $75,000 annually.