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Service to Amazon on Route 19/Riverside starting April 1st

Starting Monday, April 1, 2024, the Route 19/Riverside bus route will travel to the Amazon Fulfillment Center, 1002 Patriot Pkwy., Reading for two trips during weekdays.  The Route 19/Riverside bus route will arrive/depart at approx….

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Careers at BARTA

BUS CLEANER WANTED – Posted 4/1/2021

Berks Area Regional Transportation Authority (BARTA) is currently accepting applications for Bus Cleaners to clean the interior of Fixed Route Buses.  The candidate should be able to work the 2nd and 3rd shift hours.  Interested parties should apply in person at BARTA’s offices located at 1700 N. 11th Street, Reading, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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MECHANIC WANTED – Posted 3/3/2021

Berks Area Regional Transportation Authority (BARTA) is currently recruiting FULL-TIME DIESEL MECHANICS.  Strong electronic diagnostic skills are preferred.  Class “B” CDL is required with air brake and passenger endorsements.  A valid state inspection license is required within 6 months.  BARTA offers an excellent starting salary and benefits, including a pension.

Interested parties should apply at BARTA’s office located at 1700 N. 11th St., Reading, PA  19604, Monday through Friday 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. or email barta@bartabus.com.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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FULL-TIME BUS OPERATORS WANTED

Do you have what it takes to be a BARTA Bus Operator? 

Are you passionate about helping others?

Do you love meeting new people?

Do you have excellent customer-centered service skills and a strong work ethic?

Come join our team, and make a direct impact on a person’s life!

Berks Area Regional Transportation Authority (BARTA) has been providing safe, customer-focused service to the citizens of Berks County since 1973 and is seeking applicants for full-time fixed route operators. Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B with Passenger endorsement, Air Brake restriction lifted, experience in customer service, and a min. 2 yrs. driving exp. required.  Must also be able to pass D.O.T. pre-employment physical and D.O.T. drug and alcohol testing.  BARTA offers an excellent benefits package along with a starting rate of $20.71. 

Interested parties should apply by filling out the BARTA Employment Application and emailing the complete application to barta@bartabus.com.

Or visit BARTA’s office located at 1700 N. 11th St., Reading, PA  19604, Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 PM to fill out an application in person.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

M/F/H