Chicago Transit Authority | Diversity Employer
The CTA is an independent governmental agency created by state legislation. We began operating on October 1, 1947, after acquiring the properties of the Chicago Rapid Transit Company and the Chicago Surface Lines. On October 1, 1952, CTA became the sole operator of Chicago transit when it purchased the Chicago Motor Coach system.
Our mission
“We deliver quality, affordable transit services that link people, jobs and communities.”
Our values
We will accomplish our mission with a diverse workforce that is:
- Courteous - We will create a pleasant environment for ourselves and our customers.
- Innovative - We will seek out and encourage employees who initiate change, improvement, learning and advancement of our goals.
- Motivated - We will meet each task with spirit, enthusiasm and a sense of pride to be second to none.
- Professional - We will provide transit service with the highest standards of quality and safety for our customers and ourselves.
- Reliable - We will be dependable for our customers and fellow employees, and will maintain the highest standards of trust.
- Results-Oriented - We will focus on getting the job done and will derive personal satisfaction from the service we provide.
Our commitments
We will accomplish our mission by:- Setting clear goals, standards and priorities.
- Communicating openly with customers and employees.
- Helping all of our employees develop to their fullest potential through enhanced training and education.
- Being accountable to fellow employees and customers.
- Supporting employees so that they can serve customers.
- Engaging employees in decisions that affect them and their work and creating a stronger sense of ownership among our employees.
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. We are committed to giving our employees the support, training and clear standards and priorities to succeed in their positions.
Employee development
CTA is more than a job, it is a career. Positions at the CTA are designed to encourage constant employee growth and development.
CTA’s Training and Workforce Development (TWD) team is committed to fostering a learning organization that develops the Chicago Transit Authority's workforce through the development and delivery of learning opportunities that are relevant, effective and address the Authority's goals of a safe, industry-leading, customer-focused organization.
TWD focuses on four core areas of work: curriculum development, career development programs, safety/technical training programs and training facilitation and logistics. The department serves every department across the Authority and works in close partnership with Transit Operations, Safety and Human Resources. TWD provides a strong foundation for workforce development at the CTA.
Community efforts
The CTA is dedicated to giving back to the communities we serve through employee led volunteer programs and community partnerships. CTA employees participate in a variety of community efforts such as our annual Coat Drive, the famous Holiday Food Train, the yearly Blood Drive, and “Clean and Green” events where we clean and beautify the areas surrounding our work locations.
Careers at CTA
We connect people, places & communities
Chicago Transit Authority employees keep nearly 1.5 million people in Chicago and 35 suburbs moving every weekday. 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.
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Manager, Rail Station Management
Chicago, Illinois
Description SALARY $109,234.07 POSITION SUMMARY Plans, supervises, and coordinates the activities of personnel responsible for the maintenance, customer service, and janitorial work of the Authority at all rail station facilities. Manages o...
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| Job Type | Full Time |
Senior Project Manager, Rail Engineering
Skokie, Illinois
Description SALARY $110,000 - $125,000 POSITION SUMMARY Under direction, provides project oversight and technical support for Authority Rail Engineering Capital programs. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, project monitori...
3d
| Job Type | Full Time |
Senior Project Manager, Rail Heavy Maintenance
Skokie, Illinois
Description SALARY $120,000 - $130,000 POSITION SUMMARY Under direction, provides project oversight and technical support for the Authority's rail heavy maintenance overhaul programs. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, pro...
3d
| Job Type | Full Time |
Senior Manager, Facilities Maintenance
Chicago, Illinois
Description SALARY $130,240.38 POSITION SUMMARY Directs the activities of the Facilities Maintenance Department to insure that proper administrative procedures, standard operating procedures, policies, safety and maintenance procedures are ...
3d
| Job Type | Full Time |
Chicago, Illinois
Description SALARY $33.892 - $48.416 POSITION SUMMARY Under supervision, performs structural engineering work of moderate complexity involving the selection and application of structural engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria for ...
3d
| Job Type | Full Time |
Chicago, Illinois
Description SALARY $29.051 - $41.503 POSITION SUMMARY Performs electrical engineering work involving the application of a comprehensive knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments. Qualifications PRIMARY ...
3d
| Job Type | Full Time |
2024-2025 Yearlong Talent Assessment and Analytics Intern
Chicago, Illinois
Description Chicago Transit Authority is the second largest transit system in the country! Our college internship program offers summer and year-long internships that provide students with valuable work experience, professional development,...
6d
| Job Type | Intern |
Coordinator, Inventory Control - Supply Chain
Chicago, Illinois
Description SALARY $70,000.00 POSITION SUMMARY Under general supervision, coordinates and supervises supply chain personnel and activities at assigned warehouse, stockroom facilities, and operations support locations. Qualifications PRIMARY...
9d
| Job Type | Full Time |
Senior Manager, Rail Station Management
Chicago, Illinois
Description SALARY $130,240.38 POSITION SUMMARY Plans and manages the activities of all station management functions, including customer service personnel and rail janitors in multiple locations. Oversees and monitors station management pro...
9d
| Job Type | Full Time |
Chicago, Illinois
Description SALARY $51.505 POSITION SUMMARY Monitors buses along the service routes. Facilitates and supervises communications, coordinates the restoration of service for buses and appropriate personnel, keeps the public informed of any ser...
9d
| Job Type | Full Time |