MTA Exams: Updates, Schedule and Current Open Applications

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
• 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.

• Power Maintainer - Group B: See Job Description
  • Note: The filing for this title is open until the positions are filled. 
• Maintenance Supervisor (Structures-Group B): See Job Description
  • Note: The filing for this title will be closing on November 27, 2024.
• Maintenance Supervisor (Ventilation & Drainage): See Job Description
  • Note: The filing for this title will be closing on November 19, 2024.

Open Competitive and Promotional Opportunities:

Important:

• After you submit the application, please take a note of your Applicant ID and Application Confirmation Number. 
• Save your account information for future access to the system.

Issues paying for the exam?

If you have submitted an application but encountered issues with payment, please log back to your account after 24 hours. You will then be able to pay the fee for the exam you intend to apply for. If payment is not successful, you will receive an email with instructions on how to submit a payment after the application period has closed.

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: 5104/5304 (November Filing)
• Agency: MAB & MTB

• Application Period: 11/01/2024 - 11/30/2024

  TO APPLY: See Job Description and Application Instructions

  Important: You must obtain your CDL permit or have a CDL License before submitting the application. Click here for more information

Bus Mechanic's Helper (C/Maintainer's Helper) (MaBSTOA and MTA Bus) - Open Competitive

• Exam Number(s): 5125/5325 (November Filing)
• Agency: MAB & MTB
• Application Period: 11/01/2024 - 11/30/2024
• See the Job Posting and the link to complete the Education and Experience form

Maintainer's Helper- Group B - Open Competitive

• Exam Number(s): 5609
• Agency: NYT
• Application Period: 11/01/2024 - 12/15/2024
• See the Notice of Examination

Promotion to Bus Maintainer - Group A (Auto Body Technician)

• Exam Number(s): 5702
• Agency: NYT
• Application Period: 11/01/2024 - 12/15/2024
• See the Notice of Examination

Promotion to Car Maintainer - Group B (Machinist)

• Exam Number(s): 5709
• Agency: NYT
• Application Period: 11/01/2024 - 12/15/2024
• See the Notice of Examination

Promotion to Elevator and Escalator Maintainer

• Exam Number(s): 5710
• Agency: NYT
• Application Period: 11/01/2024 - 12/15/2024
• See the Notice of Examination

Promotion to Light Maintainer (Electrician)

• Exam Number(s): 5711
• Agency: NYT
• Application Period: 11/01/2024 - 12/15/2024
• See the Notice of Examination

Promotion to Structure Maintainer- Group B (Mason)

• Exam Number(s): 5712
• Agency: NYT
• Application Period: 11/01/2024 - 12/15/2024
• See the Notice of Examination

This Exam Schedule is subject to change. 

See our Notice of Examination (NOE) archive.

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