{"id":166981,"date":"2026-02-16T19:02:07","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T19:02:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/166981\/"},"modified":"2026-02-16T19:02:07","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T19:02:07","slug":"via-to-host-hiring-event-for-bus-operators-mechanics-on-wednesday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/166981\/","title":{"rendered":"VIA to host hiring event for bus operators, mechanics on Wednesday"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">SAN ANTONIO \u2013 Looking for a job in the transportation industry? Then, VIA Metropolitan Transit might be the right place for you.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.viainfo.net\/employment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.viainfo.net\/employment\/\">VIA<\/a> is hosting a hiring event starting at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 18, at the VIA Metro Center, 1021 San Pedro Avenue near West Laurel Street.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">In a press release, the company said it is seeking applicants for bus operator and mechanic positions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">The event is expected to last until 7 p.m. <\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">VIA is offering hiring incentives of up to $4,000 for bus operators and up to $6,000 for mechanics. <\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">Starting pay for full-time bus operators is $23.24 per hour, and for mechanics it is $27.73 per hour.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">To qualify, you must:<\/p>\n<p>Be 21 years or older<\/p>\n<p>Have a valid driver\u2019s license<\/p>\n<p>Have three years of experience driving a vehicle<\/p>\n<p>Have people skills<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">Allowances for uniforms, shoes and tools are available for mechanics, VIA said. New operator hires will have weekly paid training.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viainfo.net\/employment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.viainfo.net\/employment\/\">company\u2019s open positions<\/a> before the hiring event. Free parking is available.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">VIA said benefits include a family medical package of life, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, tuition assistance and other incentives. You can learn more on the website.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">Read more on KSAT:<\/p>\n<p>Copyright 2026 by KSAT &#8211; All rights reserved.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"SAN ANTONIO \u2013 Looking for a job in the transportation industry? 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