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VIA Metropolitan Transit

Bus Supervisor

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$17.75 - $23/hr

... VIA services. * Works in coordination with law enforcement, security, transit police, etc., when ... Some exposure to inclement weather conditions, chemical, physical, and mechanical hazards. * Days ...

VIA Metropolitan Transit

ADA Administrator

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$67K - $92K/yr

Serves as liaison to other VIA departments and divisions to support internal ADA compliance reviews ... transit field. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: * Requires considerable knowledge of and sensitivity to ...

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Do workers at VIA Metropolitan Transit get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
100% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and March 2026.

Does VIA Metropolitan Transit pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
65% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and March 2026.

At VIA Metropolitan Transit, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
91% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and March 2026.

Is the health insurance from VIA Metropolitan Transit affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
85% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people get paid time off at VIA Metropolitan Transit?

Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and March 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 73% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 18% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 9% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

Do workers at VIA Metropolitan Transit worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
87% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

Do VIA Metropolitan Transit workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
64% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

How easy is it for VIA Metropolitan Transit workers to change shifts?

Most people find it hard to change shifts.
80% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at VIA Metropolitan Transit?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
71% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and March 2026.

Do VIA Metropolitan Transit managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
93% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

Do jobs at VIA Metropolitan Transit spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
13% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at VIA Metropolitan Transit?

Some people find it hard to take sick days.
35% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and March 2026.

Is working at VIA Metropolitan Transit good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
50% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and March 2026.

Do people at VIA Metropolitan Transit feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
88% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and March 2026.

Do people at VIA Metropolitan Transit get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
42% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and March 2026.

Is it stressful to work at VIA Metropolitan Transit?

Some people feel stressed out here.
50% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and March 2026.

Do people at VIA Metropolitan Transit enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
79% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and March 2026.

Do people at VIA Metropolitan Transit recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
39% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and March 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at VIA Metropolitan Transit?

Most people got enough training when they started.
89% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and March 2026.

Do people get support to advance at VIA Metropolitan Transit?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 69% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and March 2026.

Do people think VIA Metropolitan Transit’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
71% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and March 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how VIA Metropolitan Transit is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
69% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and March 2026.
What other companies are hiring for Mechanic jobs?
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Transit Police Officer

VIA Metropolitan Transit

San Antonio, TX • On-site

$56K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

VIA Metropolitan Transit rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

45th of 97 rated public transport

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
Performs patrol duties, coordinates and monitors security and police needs within the VIA system and on all VIA properties. Functions as VIA's representative in working with local agencies, such as police and fire departments, utilities, and contractors when security/police services are requested.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Responds to calls for transit police service on any VIA owned and/or controlled property to include all Park and Ride facilities.
  • Provides transit police services related to criminal and non-criminal matters on bus routes, at bus stop/shelters, on board buses and Paratransit vans.
  • Performs additional duties in accordance with VIA's SAFE Operations on buses, at transit facilities and jointly with area law enforcement personnel.
  • Investigates crimes, accidents, and incidents; arrests/detains suspects and violators; settles disputes; directs traffic; assists the public; issues VIA citations; performs other patrol activities.
  • Interfaces with local police departments located within VIA's service area.
  • Conducts preliminary investigations.
  • Conducts security surveys.
  • Develops crime prevention approaches/measures.
  • Performs special assignments.
  • Prepares a variety of reports for review such as investigation results, activities, status reports, etc.
  • This job description excludes marginal functions that are incidental to performing the job. Other duties may exist.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • High school education or G.E.D. and have successfully completed Peace Officer Academy. The hands-on application of knowledge, skills, and abilities portion of this academy will count as 6 months of experience. Additional college hours, law enforcement, or military experience preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must have a valid current Texas Peace Officer's license and be eligible and qualified to be commissioned as a VIA Police Officer, as per the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
  • Must have a valid Texas driver license and a good driving record and be qualified to operate a VIA police vehicle.
  • Must have approved handgun and show proficiency.
  • Must have the ability to successfully complete joint law enforcement training programs and demonstrate proficiency in the knowledge, skills and abilities provided in the training program(s).
  • Must have knowledge of the State Penal Code and procedures relative to criminal justice.
  • Must possess above average communication skills, both verbal and written, and must be able to communicate clearly both in person and by two-way radio.
  • Must have a good knowledge of all VIA services and be able to provide information on these services to the general public.
  • Must have the ability to prepare and write accurate and detailed reports.
  • Must have working knowledge of PCs and office software.
  • Must tactfully and effectively deal with visitors, employees, and the community.
  • Must be able to travel off property in company vehicles.
  • Must be able to comply with dress and grooming codes.
  • Must have mathematical skills to perform basic calculations.
  • Must have the ability to adjust to the situation and quickly analyze the facts to arrive at a just and clear-cut decision.
  • Must be able to maintain good work attendance.
  • Safety Accountability Statement:
    • Employees must consider safety in all tasks performed, as well as demonstrate safe judgment and decisions that not only maintain their own safety; but that of fellow employees and customers.
    • Demonstrate a professional commitment to assure compliance with all organizational policies, practices and programs; related to safety, health, and system security.
    • Employees have a responsibility to identify and report hazards, as well as potentially unsafe conditions, to your immediate supervisor or Safety Department.
    • Employees are responsible, and required, to stop a job/task to prevent an unsafe incident or act from occurring. This acknowledges the threat of potential injury, property damage and the opportunity for better judgment to be used.
  • Must comply with and support all applicable VIA EEO Policies and Procedures.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Physical ability required to be mobile, bend, stoop, stand, reach and have sufficient mobility and strength to occasionally subdue and restrain offenders.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • Inside and outside shift work with irregular hours. Work hours could involve early morning, evening, late, or overnight hours, weekends, holidays and/or split shifts.
  • Work involves being around moving vehicles and exposure to dust, fumes, gases, noises, and extremes in temperature/humidity.

VIA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal opportunity to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.

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