Careers

This is a great opportunity to step into a Full-Time Transit Operator position.

Salary
-Training: $12.00/Hour
-Starting Salary: $24.30/Hour
-Six Months: $25.65/Hour
-One Year: $27.00/Hour

Benefits
-40+ hours/week.
-Applicants who already hold CDL-B, Airbrake, Passenger, and SBC certifications receive $500.00 ($250.00 after six months, $250.00 after one year).
-Eight (8) paid holidays.
-Perfect attendance bonuses.
-No cleaning, sweeping, or fueling.
-Physical and drug testing paid by the MTA.
-Ability to bring your children to work.

Responsibilities
-Operate a transit bus on a fixed route or on a demand response schedule. Availability Monday-Saturday, a scheduled day off based on seniority.
-Conduct a complete vehicle safety check before and after use.
-Attend and participate in safety meetings.

Optional extra work: school field trips and commercial charters.

Qualifications
Successful applicants must:
-Be 18 years of age or older.
-Hold a valid driver’s license for a minimum of two years.
-Have an excellent driving history (more than three recorded moving violations during the past two years will disqualify your application).
-Bring a current copy of their Motor Vehicle Record.
-Read and speak English sufficiently.
-Pass a DOT physical examination in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
-Pass a DOT drug/alcohol screening in accordance with Federal Motor -Carrier Safety Regulations.
-Pass a New Hampshire criminal background check.
-Be a high school graduate or have a GED.

Please note that anyone applying for a job as a bus operator must inform the MTA of all previous employment as the driver of a commercial vehicle within the last ten years.

Full-Time Maintenance Utility

Job Title: Utility

Department: Maintenance

Responsible to: Supervisor or Technician in Charge

Pay: $22.95 – $25.50/hr

Primary Objective:

This position requires the basic knowledge and skills to perform fueling, cleaning and minor maintenance repairs on all MTA vehicles, equipment, buildings, properties, and grounds.
Particular attention will be given to a systematic and timely approach to performing quality procedures in maintenance utility work.
Repair standards require minimized come-backs.
Particular attention will be to use of only necessary parts for quality repair.
Utility personnel must be familiar with and follow Maintenance Manual policies, procedures and standards while performing duties.
Utility personnel will work closely with the supervisor or technician in charge to perform their duties accurately and also assist technicians when needed.
Key Responsibilities: Perform vehicle fueling, cleaning, and minor maintenance repairs to meet MTA standards.
Repair vehicles at a minimum cost without sacrificing quality of repair.
Ensure vehicles meet safety requirements in compliance with N.H. laws.
Perform road calls as requested.
Reassemble, clean and reinstall components as assigned.
Follow specific directions given verbally or written.
Maintain a safe, clean, “team” oriented environment.
Assist in all repair functions as requested.
Maintain a professional appearance.
Properly use the Transit Fleet Maintenance Information System.
Properly fills in appropriate information on work orders.
Communicate professionally with supervisor and other technicians.
Use safely power and hand-held mechanics tools.
Perform other duties as assigned

Other Responsibilities:

The Technician may require assistance or guidance in the performance of his/her duties from immediate supervisors or other technicians with higher levels of experience or training.
The utility personal will, at times, be expected to be self-supervised and as his/her seniority and or skill level dictates, pass down information as directed by the supervisor or technician in charge.
The supervisor will inspect all jobs before work is performed and also at the completion of work performed.

Part-Time School Bus Operator

School bus drivers transport America’s most precious passengers. This is an ideal opportunity for stay-at-home parents, retirees, or anyone looking for some extra income. Come join our team of part-time employees for field trips and school routes. We even offer the extensive training required to obtain your commercial driver’s license (CDL-B).

Salary
-Training: $12.00/Hour
-Starting Salary: $22.50/Hour
-Six-Months: $23.75/Hour
-One-Year: $25.00/Hour

Benefits
-25-35 hours/week.
-All employees receive an annual $1,000.00 retention bonus paid in $100.00 increments over 10 months.
-Applicants who already hold CDL-B, Airbrake, Passenger, and SBC certifications receive $500.00 ($250.00 after six months, $250.00 after one year).
-Eight (8) paid holidays, one (1) paid snow day.
-Perfect attendance bonuses.
-Opportunity to become a full-time transit operator.
-No cleaning, sweeping, or fueling.
-Physical and drug testing paid by the MTA.
-Ability to bring your children to work.

Responsibilities
-Transport students to and from school in a safe, caring manner.
-Conduct a complete vehicle safety check before and after use.
-Attend and participate in safety meetings.

Optional extra work: school field trips and commercial charters.

Qualifications
Successful applicants must:
-Be 18 years of age or older.
-Hold a valid driver’s license for a minimum of two years.
-Have an excellent driving history (more than three recorded moving violations during the past two years will disqualify your application).
-Bring a current copy of their Motor Vehicle Record.
-Read and speak English sufficiently.
-Pass a DOT physical examination in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
-Pass a DOT drug/alcohol screening in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
-Pass a New Hampshire criminal background check.
-Be a high school graduate or have a GED.

Please note that anyone applying for a job as a bus operator must inform the MTA of all previous employment as the driver of a commercial vehicle within the last 10 years.

Technology Coordinator

TITLE

Job Description – Technology Coordinator

PURPOSE

This document defines the job description for the Technology Coordinator position.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Assistant Director, this position is responsible to create and edit skilled graphic and digital media for print and online, including Web, social media, and print-materials for promotional and informational purposes. This position will also provide support services for technological systems (hardware and software) in conjunction with an outsourced vendor. This position will provide technical assistance in the area of technology based features of office and bus fleet (video recording systems, passenger information media, bus/passenger destination sign programing and updates, tablet AVL systems, property LAN, website design and updates, and other technical assistance. This employee will serve as an internal subject matter expert providing knowledge and advice related to specific technological products or issues. They may be responsible for developing and administering training programs, and for creating help guides and other tech-related materials.

SUPERVISOR

This position reports to the Assistant Director

JOB DUTIES

The liaison between MTA and vendors for technology based items including research, implementation, updates and management.
Provide assistance to employees on hardware or software issues

Management of website design, additions/removals and updates
Manage phone system, to include phone programming, backend management, user guidance, etc.
Setup of all new vehicle tech systems, video, advertising media, destination sign, etc.
Design informational graphics to be distributed to the public
Participate in the Bid process and maintenance of computer hardware to include, workstations, printers, tablets, wireless connectivity and cellular connectivity

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Degree or equivalent required, Associates Degree in Information Technology, Graphic Design, Computer Science preferred

Problem-solving skills: This is a position that requires someone with the ability to troubleshoot technology based user problems quickly and effectively.
Proficiency in Word Press website management and design
Ability to manage Officeserv Device Manager phone system, or have related experience
Proficiency in Adobe Indesign and Photoshop type programs
Communication skills
Multitasking skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prioritize, manage time, and work independently effectively
Understanding and compliance with confidentiality

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Ability to communicate in the English language
Ability to sit for extended periods of time
Ability to operate a standard business computer
Ability to work productively with a diverse team

WORK SCHEDULES

Hybrid 40-hour work week position, two days in office minimum, the rest remote. Occasional weekend availability required.

COMPENSATION

Hourly position - $61,523 annually
Health, dental, life insurance, with some employee contributions required
Vacation based on service time
Paid holidays
Some certification reimbursement

Employment Application

The MTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). Download our application, fill it in completely, and mail it to:

MTA
Attn.: Hiring Manager
110 Elm Street
Manchester, NH 03101

Follow these steps to email us your application.

1. Save the employment application to your computer (for example, on your desktop).
2. Open the application from your PC. This allows you to fill out the application electronically.
3. Signature: If you do not have an Adobe Digital ID, leave the signature field blank. Your signature will be required when you come in.
4. When finished, click on “Email Application” to send us your filled-out application. If you do not use Outlook, please select “Use Webmail,” and follow the prompts.

If you’d rather pick up an application in person, we are located at 110 Elm Street in Manchester. Come down Gas Street to access our main office.