Careers at CTA

We connect people, places & communities

Chicago Transit Authority employees keep Chicago and 35 suburbs moving every day. This would not be possible without our skilled and dedicated workforce. Learn what qualities make a great CTA employee and find a career opportunity that matches your professional skill set and interests.

Now hiring Full-Time Bus Operators

Starting hourly pay: $27.125
Top pay after 45 months: $41.11
Paid training, including CDL if needed
Medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k), 457, and pension options
Paid time off
Free transit on CTA and Pace

Learn more and apply

See postings & apply

Job postings for new candidates/former employees If you are not currently employed at the CTA, start here. Job postings for current CTA employees Current employees must use this link to be considered based on seniority for positions where seniority is reviewed.

Technical support

Call 1-888-YOUR-CTA (1-888-968-7282) and choose option 4 for Human Resources or e-mail [email protected].

Accommodations for applicants

The CTA complies with all federal and state laws forbidding discrimination and will attempt to provide a reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified individuals to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job. CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees, unless undue hardship would result. If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact [email protected] prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.

Tips and frequently asked questions

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For more information on job postings and the hiring process, see our frequently asked questions.

Our culture We believe the best way to accomplish our mission is to cultivate a diverse workforce that values being courteous, innovative, motivated, professional, reliable and results-oriented. Employee benefits CTA provides a variety of benefits for an employee’s family, now and in the future. Postings and hiring process questions Find frequently asked questions and answers regarding job postings and the hiring process. Upcoming job opportunities See a list of upcoming job opportunities at CTA.

We keep the city moving Our employees are part of six major lines of business: Maintenance, Infrastructure, Administration, Operations, Law, and Technology. Hiring initiatives We offer a variety of ongoing hiring initiatives and programs to start your career with the CTA. Application status questions Find frequently asked questions and answers regarding job application status. CTA statutory service area and map (PDF) Exempt (non-bargained for) employees must live within the boundaries of the service area at the time of employment or within 6 months of beginning employment at CTA.

We’re an equal opportunity employer

The Chicago Transit Authority is a progressive and open-minded organization. If you are smart, innovative and committed, then come as you are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

Employment decisions at CTA are based on operational business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), religion, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information, as well as reprisal for protected activity.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation, please email us for assistance, or contact us by calling 312-681-2225, option 6. Please be certain to indicate the specific assistance you require. If you are an applicant requesting a religious accommodation for the employment application or pre-hire process, please email the Equal Employment Opportunity Unit at [email protected].

See our EEO page for more information on our EEO Unit and our complete EEO policy.