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Updated Sep 24, 2024
This page contains information about MTA Exams and other Job Opportunities.
Immediate Vacancies Open to the Public:
The MTA has vacancies in the following job titles. These positions are open to the public. If you are interested, click on the links below to view the job descriptions, qualification requirements and for instructions on how to submit an application.
**Incumbents who are currently employed in one of the eligible titles listed below in the “Internal Candidates” section must have served for at least one year in that title in order to be eligible for promotion in addition to meeting any other requirements outlined in that section for their specific title.
- Mechanical Maintainer - Group C (Facility/Building Maintainer): See Job Description
- Power Cable Maintainer (High-Voltage Electrical Line Repairer) : See Job Description
- Revenue Equipment Maintainer: See Job Description
The MTA is also hiring for many more positions in the skilled trades. Click on the link below to see the job titles and to submit an application.
Job Opportunities In The Skilled Trades
Immediate Vacancies for Current Eligible NYCT Employees Only:
The MTA has vacancies in the following job titles. These positions are open to eligible NYCT employees. If you are interested, click on the links below to view the job descriptions and for instructions on how to submit an application.
- Maintenance Supervisor (Structures - Group C): See Job Description
- Maintenance Supervisor (Structures - Group H): See Job Description
- Maintenance Supervisor (Electrical Power): See Job Description
- Maintenance Supervisor (Lighting): See Job Description
- Maintenance Supervisor (Power Cables): See Job Description
- Maintenance Supervisor (Signals): See Job Description
Open Competitive and Promotional Opportunities:
Bus Operator (MaBSTOA and MTA Bus) - Open Competitive
(MaBSOTA operates in Manhattan and the Bronx; MTA Bus operates in the Bronx, Brooklyn and Queens)
- Job Number: 5102/5302 (September filing)
- Agency: MAB & MTB
Application Period: 09/01/2024 - 09/30/2024
TO APPLY: See Job Description and Application Instructions.
Important:You must obtain your CDL permit or have a CDL Licensebefore submitting the application. Click here for more information.
Bus Mechanic's Helper (C/Maintainer's Helper) (MaBSTOA & MTA Bus)
- Exam Number(s): 5123/5323 (September filing)
- Agency: MAB & MTB
- Application Period: 09/01/2024 - 09/30/2024
- See the Job Posting and the link to complete the Education and Experience form
Bus Operator (New York City Transit) - Open Competitive
- Exam Number(s): 5602
- Agency: NYT
- Application Period: 09/01/2024 - 09/30/2024
- See the Notice of Examination
Line Supervisor (Surface) - Open Competitive and Promotional
- Exam Number(s): 5131 (Open Competitive) & 5231 (Promotional)
- Agency: MAB
- Application Period: 09/01/2024 - 10/04/2024
- See the Job Vacancy Notice
Bus Maintenance Supervisor (Bus Mechanic Supervisor) - Open Competitive and Promotional
- Exam Number(s): 5331 (Open Competitive) & 5431 (Promotional)
- Agency: MTB
- Application Period: 09/01/2024 - 10/04/2024
- See the Job Vacancy Notice
Promotion to Assistant Train Dispatcher
- Exam Number(s): 5706
- Agency: NYT
- Application Period: 09/01/2024 - 10/15/2024
- See the Notice of Examination
Upcoming exam schedule
Agency | Exam Number | Exam Title | Exam Type | Application Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
MAB/MTB | Multiple | Bus Operator | Open Competitive | 09/01/2023 - Until Filled |
MAB/MTB | Multiple | Bus Mechanic's Helper | Open Competitive | 04/01/2024 - 09/30/2024 |
NYT | 5701 | Maintenance Supervisor (Power Electronics) | Promotion | Postponed |
BTA | 5713 | Bridge and Tunnel Sergeant | Promotion | Postponed |
BTA | 5605 | Maintainer (Bridges and Tunnels) | Open Competitive | Postponed |
NYT | 5603 | Bus Operator | Open Competitive | 10/01/2024 - 10/31/2024 |
NYT | 5606 | Transit Electrical Helper | Open Competitive | 10/01/2024 - 11/15/2024 |
NYT | 5607 | Collecting Agent | Open Competitive | 10/01/2024 - 11/15/2024 |
NYT | 5608 | Track Worker | Open Competitive | 10/01/2024 - 11/15/2024 |
NYT | 5708 | Maintainer's Helper - Group B | Promotion | 10/01/2024 - 11/15/2024 |
NYT | 5609 | Maintainer's Helper - Group B | Open Competitive | 11/01/2024 - 12/15/2024 |
NYT | 5702 | Bus Maintainer - Group A | Promotion | 11/01/2024 - 12/15/2024 |
NYT | 5709 | Car Maintainer - Group B | Promotion | 11/01/2024 - 12/15/2024 |
NYT | 5710 | Elevator and Escalator Maintainer | Promotion | 11/01/2024 - 12/15/2024 |
NYT | 5711 | Light Maintainer | Promotion | 11/01/2024 - 12/15/2024 |
NYT | 5712 | Structure Maintainer - Group B | Promotion | 11/01/2024 - 12/15/2024 |
NYT | 5600 | Bus Maintainer - Group A | Open Competitive | 12/01/2024 - 01/15/2025 |
NYT | 5610 | Elevator and Escalator Maintainer | Open Competitive | 12/01/2024 - 01/15/2025 |
NYT | 5611 | Light Maintainer | Open Competitive | 12/01/2024 - 01/15/2025 |
NYT | 5612 | Structure Maintainer - Group B | Open Competitive | 12/01/2024 - 01/15/2025 |
NYT | 5613 | Car Maintainer - Group B | Open Competitive | 12/01/2024 - 01/15/2025 |
This Exam Schedule is subject to change.
More helpful links and resources
See our Notice of Examination (NOE) archive.
Contact the Exams Unit
General Exams related questions:
- Email Us: Examsunit@NYCT.com
- Call Us: 347-643-7222 or 347-643-7221
Exams Make-Ups or Special Accommodations requests:
- Email Us: Examsmakeups@nyct.com
Protest information:
- Email Us: examsprotests@nyct.com
Employment Operation related questions:
- Email Us: employmentcenter@nyct.com
To reschedule your Pre-Employment appointment:
- Email Us: ECreschedule@nyct.com
