Employment - VIA Metropolitan Transit

Employment

CAREERS AT VIA

View VIA’s current job openings and submit an application online.

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In an effort to expedite your experience, applicants are encouraged to apply prior to attending any VIA Job Fair.

BECOME A VIA BUS OPERATOR

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BECOME A VIA MECHANIC

UPCOMING HIRING EVENTS

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JOB FAIR
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Monday, March 18

VIA Metro Center
1021 San Pedro Ave., 78212

VIA will be accepting applications and conducting interviews for Bus Operators (Full and Part-Time), Paratransit Van Operators, Mechanics, CDL Shop Attendants, and Transit Security Officers.

Free Parking Will Be Available

OUR WORK CULTURE

We are a team on a mission to “Connect Our Community.” We maintain a workplace culture that influences how team members interact with each other and how we serve our customers–with respect, tolerance, kindness, and professionalism. Our philosophy is built on a foundation of values, beliefs, and behaviors that together shape our best practices and approach to public service. To successfully fulfill our role and commitment to the community, each employee embraces and observes the guiding principles that nurture and sustain a culture that helps propel VIA and San Antonio forward.

BENEFITS

  • Training & Advancement opportunities
  • ASE Certification Reimbursement
  • Family medical coverage
  • Life, dental and vision insurance
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Longevity Pay
  • Shift Differential Pay
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Onsite Fitness Centers & Wellness Programs
  • And more!

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS

In addition to all the benefits VIA offers, full-time employees also are eligible for participation the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Payments made to your Federal Direct Loans (FDL) qualify for PSLF, which forgives the FDL once you make 120 qualifying payments. Learn More about the program.

APPLICATION PROCESS

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for employment at VIA, please view our current openings page, select the position in which you are interested in and follow the application instructions.

INTERVIEWS

Applications are carefully evaluated. Best-qualified candidates are selected for further consideration. Candidates who are selected to interview for a position are contacted by mail, email, or phone.

PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

Persons with disabilities who apply for employment with VIA will receive assistance during the application process if needed. Should VIA be unable to immediately accommodate a particular need, suitable arrangements can be made. If an accommodation is required, please make arrangements in advance.

RECRUITING AND OUTREACH

The Employment and Testing Department conducts broad-based recruiting and outreach efforts to strengthen VIA’s commitment to hiring and retaining a quality work force of diverse talents and backgrounds that is reflective of the relevant, available workforce in the community.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Applications are considered current for six months. During that time, applicants may provide additional information that they consider pertinent to the application. Should the applicant develop an interest in a different position, a new application must be submitted.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

VIA Metropolitan Transit is committed to equal employment opportunity for all persons. Read VIA’s full EEO Policy.

Have questions or concerns?

Questions about an opening or your job application? Reach us at 210-362-2240.