(VIDEO) Help drive a cleaner, greener future: Become a TriMet bus operator! October 20, 2021 by Tia York Opportunity to test drive cutting-edge technology among the perks of becoming a new operator, with pay now starting at $21.36 per hour UPDATE: As of May 1, 2022, TriMet increased the bus operator starting wage to $25.24 per hour. New bus operators are also eligible to receive a $7,500 hiring bonus. Learn more at