Regular Service on Columbus Day – Monday, October 12, 2026
BARTA will operate regular bus service on Columbus Day – Monday, October 12, 2026. The BTC will be OPEN on Monday, October 12, 2026.
Route 9/Grill via Kenhorst Detour – Effective October 6, 2026
Due to parking lot construction at Shillington Commons, Route 9/Grill via Kenhorst will detour from October 6 through approx. October 17, 2026. The route will detour as follows: Regular route to Harding Street and Crowder…
PROPOSED Route & Schedule Changes – Monday, January 4, 2027
BARTA Route & Schedule Changes have been PROPOSED for Monday, January 4, 2027. To view the Proposed BARTA Route & Schedule Changes Rider Alert and for additional details, click here. Individual Proposed Schedule drafts coming…
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.
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