Careers at CATA
Fulfillment of CATA’s mission to deliver safe, reliable, accessible, and affordable transportation to the community is dependent upon CATA’s bus operators, maintenance staff, and management team, who work together to provide the best public transportation service possible.
If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the transit industry that focuses on customer service and bettering the lives of those in the community, we’d love to speak with you about current open positions.
Now Hiring
Bus Cleaner
FULL TIME | $18.07 PER HOUR
As a Bus Cleaner at the CATA, your day-to-day responsibilities will include thoroughly cleaning and sanitizing the interior and exterior of buses. You will remove trash, wipe down surfaces, vacuum carpets, and wash windows.
Collaboration with fellow team members is essential, as you'll work closely to maintain efficient operations. Attention to detail is crucial in this role, as a clean bus ensures the satisfaction of our riders. You'll also be responsible for reporting any maintenance issues to the supervisor, helping keep our fleet in peak condition.
Full Time Bus Operator
FULL TIME | $23.70 PER HOUR
As a Bus Operator at CATA, your daily responsibilities will be both dynamic and rewarding. You will begin each shift by conducting pre-trip inspections to ensure safety and compliance. Throughout the day, you'll navigate designated routes, transporting passengers to their destinations efficiently and comfortably. Engaging with passengers, you'll provide a friendly and welcoming atmosphere while assisting those who may need help boarding or disembarking. You'll also be responsible for adhering to schedules while managing any unexpected delays or route changes.
Maintenance Supervisor
FULL TIME | $56,772.25 - 64,301 PER YEAR
As a Maintenance Supervisor at the CATA, you will start each day by reviewing maintenance schedules and prioritizing tasks to ensure timely vehicle inspections and repairs. You'll oversee daily operations in the maintenance facility, coordinating shifts and assigning duties to technicians while providing guidance and support as they perform routine maintenance and emergency repairs. Regularly monitoring vehicle conditions, you'll conduct quality checks and ensure adherence to safety protocols. Collaborative communication with team members will be essential as you facilitate daily briefings to discuss updates, challenges, and innovative solutions.
CATA Job Applicant Evaluation Process
CATA has established processes and procedures to ensure that vacant positions are filled in a manner that ensures the best-qualified applicant is hired. Therefore, the application review process will include one or more of the following: written, oral or performances tests, examinations, or interviews to determine an applicant’s potential for employment with the Authority. In addition to an evaluation of past experience and training, a criminal background and reference check, pre-employment drug screen and if the position requires, a pre-employment physical will be conducted at CATA’s expense.
CATA Job Applicant Evaluation Process
CATA has established processes and procedures to ensure that vacant positions are filled in a manner that ensures the best-qualified applicant is hired. Therefore, the application review process will include one or more of the following: written, oral or performances tests, examinations, or interviews to determine an applicant’s potential for employment with the Authority. In addition to an evaluation of past experience and training, a criminal background and reference check, pre-employment drug screen and if the position requires, a pre-employment physical will be conducted at CATA’s expense.
State College, located in Central PA, is home to the Penn State University Campus, and is considered to be one of the most intensive small communities in the country.
Downtown State College offers shopping, dining, and easy access to regional transit service throughout the community.
CATA provides reliable public transportation connecting residents, students, and visitors to key destinations across the region.
Completed in 2019, CATA’s state-of-the-art operations, maintenance, and administrative facility features a bus garage able to house over 90 buses, a modern maintenance garage, spacious employee training rooms, and more.
Completed in 2019, CATA’s state-of-the-art operations, maintenance, and administrative facility features a bus garage able to house over 90 buses, a modern maintenance garage, spacious employee training rooms, and more.
Completed in 2019, CATA’s state-of-the-art operations, maintenance, and administrative facility features a bus garage able to house over 90 buses, a modern maintenance garage, spacious employee training rooms, and more.
Employee Benefits
CATA offers a number of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to:
- Competitive salaries
- Paid training
- CDL training
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401A retirement plan, with company match
- Free bus pass for employees and their dependents
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
- Complimentary gym membership
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