Bus Cleaner - $1000 Sign-on Bonus
About The Position
Join Centre Area Transportation Authority (CATA) as a Bus Cleaner and help maintain the cleanliness of its fleet and the image of public transit in the Centre Region. Candidates who begin employment on or before December 31, 2026, are eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus. Starting pay is $18.07 per hour, increasing to $19.13 per hour in Year Two and $21.26 per hour after Year Two. The role involves thoroughly cleaning and sanitizing the interior and exterior of buses, including removing trash, wiping surfaces, vacuuming carpets, and washing windows. Bus Cleaners collaborate with team members to support efficient operations, and report maintenance issues to a supervisor. Work hours fall between 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Selected candidates are subject to drug and alcohol testing and a criminal background check. CATA participates in E-Verify and is an equal opportunity employer.
Requirements
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
- Keen attention to detail and a strong work ethic.
- Physical stamina for extended periods of standing, bending, and lifting.
- Time management skills to complete cleaning tasks within scheduled shifts.
- Effective communication skills for collaborating with teammates and reporting issues or concerns to supervisors.
- A genuine passion for public service.
Responsibilities
- Thoroughly clean and sanitize the interior and exterior of buses.
- Remove trash, wipe down surfaces, vacuum carpets, and wash windows.
- Work with fellow team members to maintain efficient operations.
- Report maintenance issues to the supervisor.
Benefits
- $1,000 sign-on bonus for candidates who start employment on or before December 31, 2026.
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick, and holiday time.
- Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(a), 457, and Roth IRA plans.
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account.
- Life insurance.
- Long-term disability and short-term disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Free gym membership.
- Free transit pass.
- CATA is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
