MARTA is hiring bus drivers and technicians with a $3,000 sign-on bonus at a job fair later this week.

Pay will start at $17.74 an hour for operators and $23.91 an hour for technicians, according to a news release.

MARTA says it will train all Permit and Class C (regular) license holders for their Commercial Driver’s License.

Those applying to be operators must be 21 or older, have a high school diploma, and a Class C license. You must also take a physical exam and ability test along with drug and alcohol screening.

Those applying to be technicians must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or equivalent and a Class C license. You must also complete auto, transit bus, diesel, or maintenance programs or have three or more years of comparable work experience.

You can check for upcoming career fairs and employment opportunities by visiting MARTA or calling 404-848-5544.

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