CDTA is on the search for a Director of Risk Management. This position will be responsible for the overall creation, enforcement and management of CDTA’s safety and security programs for all operations, properties and facilities. This will include management of our Worker’s Compensation Program. The Director will work with others to represent CDTA’s interests in matters involving safety and security, accident and liability claims involving property, equipment, services, vehicles, employees, customers and the community.

Some of the major responsibilities of this position are as follows:

• Identify and evaluate safety and security risks relating to CDTA’s operations and facilities.
• Assess and improve operating procedures to protect employees, facilities, equipment and the general public in relation to CDTA services.
• Provide and implement recommendations to minimize safety and security risks
• Develop operating and capital budgets pertaining to safety and security programs.
• Act as a liaison and maintain working relationships with local law enforcement agencies and community stakeholders.
• Administer and manage the Worker’s Compensation program. This will include analyzing and investigating lost time to make recommendations to department managers as well as develop programs and procedures to minimize accidents in the workforce.
• Work TPA’s to investigate and prosecute fraudulent claims as well as represent CDTA in court hearings and proceedings.
• Investigate employee incidents pertaining to safety and security and work with legal counsel to provide testimony is disciplinary hearings as necessary.
• Maintain system security including investigation of incidents, development and maintenance of system security and emergency response plans.
• Development and administration of safety and security training programs for CDTA employees, customers and facilities.
• Provide security support for rail stations.
• Respond to safety and security incidents. This position requires carrying a cell phone for response/presence at emergency situations involving threats to safety and security.
• Will require frequent travel between CDTA sites and will be on call for safety, security and workplace accident issues.

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related program with a minimum of 10 years’ direct experience in large-scale organizations directing safety and security

efforts, investigation, risk identification/mitigation and training. Additionally, 5 management/supervisory experience in a large-scale organization is required.

Additional skills and knowledge:

• Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills
• Knowledge of Worker’s Compensation issues
• Knowledge of safety and security issues; risk identification and mitigation
• Investigative skills, preparation of detailed and comprehensive reports
• Experience working with unions, knowledge of due process and disciplinary issues
• Knowledge of Capital Region geography and population, specifically urbanized areas

CDTA offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, substantial time off, entry into the NYS retirement system and other fringe benefits.

CDTA is looking for a full time IT Project Coordinator who loves being in a fast paced and customer service oriented environment.  This individual will work primarily in our Information Technology Department on systems such as onboard cameras, Wi-Fi, mobile radios, GPS, infotainment systems, fare collection systems, vehicle area networking, and other related vehicle hardware.      

This position performs a full range of technical roles which include planning, coordinating, supervising and managing activities relating to activities from project specification and procurement through implementation and QA.  In addition to the onboard transportation systems for CDTA bus operators, this individual will be responsible for the quality and performance of all on-board technologies and tools used by customers.   

Work involves coordinating all aspects of approved CDTA projects, work management of technicians and personnel assigned to projects, communicating with all levels of management and educating end users.  May be asked to manage simultaneous projects of varying duration, complexity and breadth.  The successful individual must have excellent independent judgement, problem solving and facilitation skills.  This is not a desk job, so applicants must be ready and willing to roll up their sleeves and get their hands dirty.

Experience required includes project work and resource management skills as well as IT Systems Administration such as, managing IT infrastructure and supporting the business continuity/disaster recovery requirements of CDTA.  Must be well versed in data analysis, business process improvement and quality assurance procedures as well as possess excellent communication and writing skills.  A minimum of five years’ experience performing these functions as well as an applicable bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) in IT, Engineering, Business Management or related field are needed.

CDTA offers a comprehensive benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO and NYS Retirement System pension plan. We are a company that values diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.

CDTA is seeking full time Service Technicians (Bus Cleaners) to maintain transit buses in the Capital District. This includes cleaning and servicing our vehicles as well as maintenance of our physical locations. CDTA offers a paid training program and an excellent benefits package. Complete benefits package includes: Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, earned Vacation Leave, Paid Holidays, Pension Plan and Potential Attendance Bonus earned at top rate.

Starting salaries of $17.82 hr, with increase potential to $20.97 in 18 months with ability to achieve quarterly attendance bonus of $400.00 at top rate.

To Qualify:

• Valid NYS “Class B” PERMIT OR LICENSE with good driving record, (With ability to pass road test), with full Passenger endorsement & no restrictions on Air Brakes .
• A minimum of 3 years “Class D”” auto driving experience.
• High School Diploma or GED is REQUIRED
• Ability to pass medical examination and Federal drug test
• Must be able to work additional hours and varied days including weekends & holidays. Flexibility is a must!!!
• We offer a paid training program, job stability, opportunity for advancement after training, and an excellent benefits package.

This is a Union environment in association with the Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 1321

It is the policy of the Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, CDTA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. EEO Officer - Stephanie Belokopitsky (518) 437-8383

Do you enjoy driving and working with the public? If so CDTA could be the employer of choice for you!

To Qualify:

• Valid NYS Class B PERMIT OR LICENSE with good driving record, with full Passenger endorsement & no restrictions on Air Brakes
• A minimum of 5 years Class D auto driving experience.
• Clean background check
• NO DWI, DWAI, DUI, DUAI, within last 10 years
• NO more than 5 pts on license
• Ability to pass 19A medical examination and Federal drug test
• Excellent Customer Service skills are a must
• Must be able to work additional hours and varied days including weekends & holidays. Flexibility is a must!!!
• Guaranteed 2 days off each week

  We offer a paid training program, job stability, opportunity for FT advancement after training, and an excellent benefits package.

  A complete benefits package including: Health, vision, dental and life insurance, earned vacation leave, paid holidays, pension plan and attendance bonus program.

  Starting salaries of $18.35 hr, with an increase potential to $26.21 in 18 months and ability to achieve quarterly attendance bonus.

  APPLICATIONS CAN BE FILLED OUT AT WWW.CDTA.ORG UNDER "EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES"

It is the policy of the Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, CDTA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. EEO Officer - Stephanie Belokopitsky (518) 437-8383

Are you motivated, dependable and searching for a company with stability and career growth? If so, CDTA could be the employer for you!!!

To qualify, we are looking for candidates with:

• 3 years mechanic experience (bus and or truck preferred) and/or a two-year technical degree in mechanics.

• Experience in the following areas is preferred: Electronic control engines, transmissions, disc & air brake systems, electrical, computer diagnostics, independent suspensions and HVAC.

• Must own set of tools

• Must pass our mechanical aptitude test.

• Valid NYS “Class D” driver’s license with good record, “Class B” License or Permit, with full Passenger endorsement & no restrictions on Air Brakes.

• A minimum of 3 years “Class D” auto driving experience.

• High School Diploma or GED REQUIRED

• Ability to pass medical examination and Federal drug test

• Must be able to work additional hours and varied days including weekends & holidays. Flexibility is a must!!!

• We offer a paid training program, job stability, opportunity for advancement after training, and an excellent benefits package.

Starting salaries of $26.46 hr, ability to achieve quarterly attendance bonus of $400.00

It is the policy of the Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, CDTA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. EEO Officer - Stephanie Belokopitsky (518) 437-8383