Because we care about the people we serve, we care about the people we hire. That's why we're always on the lookout for customer-oriented team members who can help us provide safe, reliable, and responsive transit service to our customers. MTA is the place where thousands of bus operators, mechanics and other skilled tradespeople, engineers, police, administrators, executives and many others have found stable, rewarding and growth-oriented careers.

 
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Featured Job Openings

A list of current job openings at MTA is available at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd. See a job that might be right for you? Please read the entire announcement carefully to ensure you meet the requirements. Once you've reviewed the list of jobs, there are just three steps to completing the process:

  1. Register
  2. Complete your entire employment profile
  3. Apply to current jobs

Remember that you must register and complete your entire employment profile completely and accurately before applying for a job in order to be considered.

Be sure to follow each instruction carefully, list all relevant education and experience, and address the specific qualifications shown on the job vacancy announcement. Applications not completely filled out will not be considered. Applications not received by the closing date for each position will not be considered. Please read each announcement carefully for specific qualifications and instructions.

TTY Users may also call their Telecommunications Relay Service. Reasonable Accommodations For Persons With Disabilities Will Be Provided as Requested. MTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. After receiving test notification, please contact MTA's Employment Services organization at 410-767-3860 in advance so that we may make arrangements to accommodate your needs. For additional information and links to a wealth of employment and other resources available for individuals with disabilities visit our Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) page.

MTA employees receive a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Below are some of the benefits offered-

  • Paid leave (vacation, personal, and sick) and paid holidays
  • Health insurance including medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage
  • Pension plans
  • Tax-deferred savings plan
  • Life insurance
  • Behavioral health support
  • Continuous training and development
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Transportation benefits on local bus, Light Rail, Metro Subway, MARC Train, and Commuter Bus
Bus Operator
Applications for the Bus Operator from both civilians and current/former military personnel are welcomed. Qualifying candidates must be at least 21 years old at the time for testing and possess the ability to satisfactorily complete the background check and medical examination process. The most desirable candidates are those who currently possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger Bus and Air Brakes endorsements. A copy of the CDL license will be verified prior to testing.
$24.84 - $35.48
per hour
Light Rail Operator
MTA seeks candidates to operate light rail cars over routes in accordance with MTA’s rules, regulations, and policies consistent with the safety and welfare of the general public. The selected candidate must safely operate MTA passenger light rail to pick up and discharge passengers on routes. He/She must also make clear and concise announcements as well as provide courteous and professional customer service.
$20.23 - $33.16
per hour
Bus Mechanic – A (Repairman A - Bus)
The A Repairmen-Bus Mechanic involves troubleshooting, disassembly, repair, assembly and/or installation of automotive/diesel engines, transmissions, large and small electrical/pneumatic/hydraulic components, chassis and vehicle body repairs for the MTA bus fleet. The A-Repairman-Bus Mechanic is expected to carry-out assignments independently, applying rules, regulations, policies, and procedures and are to use considerable judgment in interpreting and applying them to unusual or non-standard situations.
$34.65
per hour
Bus Mechanic – B (Repairman B - Bus)
The B-Repairman-Bus conducts inspections, performs preventive maintenance and repairs a variety of bus mechanical and electro-mechanical systems and their components.
$20.23 - $33.16
per hour
MTA Certified Police Officer
The Maryland Transit Administration is seeking SWORN POLICE OFFICERS to join its existing force serving MTA Bus, Metro, Light Rail, and MARC Train/Commuter Bus systems.
$50,205.00 - $90,493.00
per year

All posted positions closed at 12:01am on the date given. Each application will be evaluated and certified or ranked based on the position. Applicants will be notified within sixty (60) days of the status of their application.

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