NJ TRANSIT Jobs Hiring Now
NJ TRANSIT is hiring for 36 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in compliance & legal and electrical engineering. Migrate Mate updates NJ TRANSIT's live openings daily. NJ TRANSIT is a public transportation agency serving New Jersey with bus, rail, and light rail services across the state.
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NJ TRANSIT hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 36
- Top team
- Compliance & Legal
- Seniority
- Mid to senior level
- Work type
- 3% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Newark
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Senior Maintenance Instructor
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Senior Maintenance Instructor
Newark, New Jersey
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State Program and Research Administrator
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State Program and Research Administrator
Newark, New Jersey
New 2h ago
Principal Accountant, Payroll Deductions
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New 8h ago
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Principal Accountant, Payroll Deductions
Newark, New Jersey
New 8h ago
Instructor (Operational Training)
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Instructor (Operational Training)
Newark, New Jersey
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Internal Communications Assistant
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Internal Communications Assistant
Newark, New Jersey
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Operations & Training Supervisor, ACCESS LINK
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Operations & Training Supervisor, ACCESS LINK
Newark, New Jersey
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Customer Communications Associate
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Customer Communications Associate
Newark, New Jersey
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Special Mechanic - Welder
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Special Mechanic - Welder
Washington Township, New Jersey
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Manager, Customer Communications
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Manager, Customer Communications
Newark, New Jersey
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Paratransit Schedule Planner
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Paratransit Schedule Planner
Newark, New Jersey
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Superintendent, Contract Oversight Maintenance of Equipment
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Superintendent, Contract Oversight Maintenance of Equipment
Newark, New Jersey
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Warehouse Supervisor (Rail Payroll)
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Warehouse Supervisor (Rail Payroll)
Newark, New Jersey
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Quality Assurance Specialist
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Quality Assurance Specialist
Camden, New Jersey
Added 1w ago
Systems Anlst/Programmer Application Specialist
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Systems Anlst/Programmer Application Specialist
Newark, New Jersey
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Senior Analyst, Project Oversight & Compliance
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Senior Analyst, Project Oversight & Compliance
Newark, New Jersey
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General Superintendent, NLR O&M
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General Superintendent, NLR O&M
Newark, New Jersey
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Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor / Foreman II Garages
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Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor / Foreman II Garages
Paterson, New Jersey
Added 2w ago
Grant Writer & Grant Compliance Administrator
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Grant Writer & Grant Compliance Administrator
Newark, New Jersey
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Manager of Payroll
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Manager of Payroll
Newark, New Jersey
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Lead Contract Specialist
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Lead Contract Specialist
Newark, New Jersey
Added 2w ago
Assistant Vehicle Engineer - Bus
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Assistant Vehicle Engineer - Bus
Newark, New Jersey
Added 3w ago
Principal Equipment Engineering Project Manager
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Principal Equipment Engineering Project Manager
Newark, New Jersey
Added 3w ago
Director, Logistics (Rail Payroll)
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Director, Logistics (Rail Payroll)
Newark, New Jersey
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LRT Operations Controller
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LRT Operations Controller
Newark, New Jersey
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Assistant Chief Engineer-Signals
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Assistant Chief Engineer-Signals
Newark, New Jersey
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Senior Maintenance Instructor
NJ TRANSIT·Newark, New Jersey
ASE Certification
10,000+ employees
Job Description
Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time–and we're looking to hire talented folks with a commitment to excellence to make it all possible.
Job Title- Senior Maintenance Instructor
Summary: Train new and current foremen, repairmen, service persons, and bus cleaners to ensure workers have the skills to maintain NJ TRANSIT equipment and/or facilities.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Researches, develops, implements, maintains and reviews maintenance training courses and related items. This includes working with manufacturers and vendors to learn computerized diagnostic software and design and execute technical training for all Maintenance employees.
- Presents formal maintenance training programs which lead to qualification of bus maintenance personnel repairmen and mechanics.
- Conducts impromptu garage training as required to ensure proficiency in areas including but not limited to electric and hybrid propulsions, aftertreatment, air brakes, multiplex systems, storage batteries and HVAC.
- Assimilates new technology, including online training and manufacturer-provided web-based training, to course offerings.
- Audits vendor training to ensure quality and acquires training aids.
- Appraises and provides counsel for complex technical troubleshooting. Validates training objectives. Audits training result and makes suggestions to Maintenance Training management for adjustments as necessary.
- Performs upkeep maintenance on training center equipment and training aids.
- Interacts with maintenance support groups as required to assist with maintenance procedures implementation.
- Must be self-motivated and team orientated.
This Position Supervises:
- Maintenance employees during training
Education, Experience and Qualifications:
Minimum:
- High school diploma, or equivalent
- Two (2) years of additional formal technical training (two (2) years of relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of technical training), plus at least five (5) years applicable experience in a DIESEL POWERED vehicle maintenance program.
Preferred:
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE ) certification
- Two (2) years in an instructional capacity is desired
Knowledge and Skills:
Essential:
- A complete understanding of 12 and 24 volt electrical circuitry.
- Ability to comprehend fully electric and hybrid propulsions, storage batteries, and HVAC systems.
- Knowledge of electronic controls including engines, transmissions, body controls, ABS and HVAC systems.
- Proficiency in heavy-duty diesel engines, transmissions, HVAC, air brake systems, multiplex systems, hydraulics, aftertreatment, and pneumatics required.
Preferred:
- Knowledge of computer based diagnostic software and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite software is desired.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- CDL A, license desirable.
- ASE certification desirable
Working Environment
- Classroom, workshop, live garage.
Physical Demands
- Must be able to lift 50lbs
• Have Physical fitness and stamina to stoop, crawl, work laying down,
• climb stairs, work in confined areas.
Other Conditions:
- Be able to work in a noisy fast paced environment.
At NJ Transit you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefit package:
- Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Paid Leave
- Tuition Assistance
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan
-
Retirement Plans
- 401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
- 401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match
- 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan
NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Learn more about NJ TRANSIT! Sign up to receive an invitation to our next live information session at WWW.NJTRANSIT.COM/BEST
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NJ TRANSIT
Senior Maintenance Instructor
Newark, New Jersey
New 2h ago10,000+ employees
ASE Certification
Job Description
Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time–and we're looking to hire talented folks with a commitment to excellence to make it all possible.
Job Title- Senior Maintenance Instructor
Summary: Train new and current foremen, repairmen, service persons, and bus cleaners to ensure workers have the skills to maintain NJ TRANSIT equipment and/or facilities.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Researches, develops, implements, maintains and reviews maintenance training courses and related items. This includes working with manufacturers and vendors to learn computerized diagnostic software and design and execute technical training for all Maintenance employees.
- Presents formal maintenance training programs which lead to qualification of bus maintenance personnel repairmen and mechanics.
- Conducts impromptu garage training as required to ensure proficiency in areas including but not limited to electric and hybrid propulsions, aftertreatment, air brakes, multiplex systems, storage batteries and HVAC.
- Assimilates new technology, including online training and manufacturer-provided web-based training, to course offerings.
- Audits vendor training to ensure quality and acquires training aids.
- Appraises and provides counsel for complex technical troubleshooting. Validates training objectives. Audits training result and makes suggestions to Maintenance Training management for adjustments as necessary.
- Performs upkeep maintenance on training center equipment and training aids.
- Interacts with maintenance support groups as required to assist with maintenance procedures implementation.
- Must be self-motivated and team orientated.
This Position Supervises:
- Maintenance employees during training
Education, Experience and Qualifications:
Minimum:
- High school diploma, or equivalent
- Two (2) years of additional formal technical training (two (2) years of relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of technical training), plus at least five (5) years applicable experience in a DIESEL POWERED vehicle maintenance program.
Preferred:
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE ) certification
- Two (2) years in an instructional capacity is desired
Knowledge and Skills:
Essential:
- A complete understanding of 12 and 24 volt electrical circuitry.
- Ability to comprehend fully electric and hybrid propulsions, storage batteries, and HVAC systems.
- Knowledge of electronic controls including engines, transmissions, body controls, ABS and HVAC systems.
- Proficiency in heavy-duty diesel engines, transmissions, HVAC, air brake systems, multiplex systems, hydraulics, aftertreatment, and pneumatics required.
Preferred:
- Knowledge of computer based diagnostic software and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite software is desired.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- CDL A, license desirable.
- ASE certification desirable
Working Environment
- Classroom, workshop, live garage.
Physical Demands
- Must be able to lift 50lbs
• Have Physical fitness and stamina to stoop, crawl, work laying down,
• climb stairs, work in confined areas.
Other Conditions:
- Be able to work in a noisy fast paced environment.
At NJ Transit you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefit package:
- Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Paid Leave
- Tuition Assistance
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan
-
Retirement Plans
- 401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
- 401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match
- 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan
NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Learn more about NJ TRANSIT! Sign up to receive an invitation to our next live information session at WWW.NJTRANSIT.COM/BEST
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Job Roles at NJ TRANSIT
Compliance & Legal4 jobs
Electrical Engineering3 jobs
Business Operations3 jobs
Logistics & Fleet Management2 jobs
Business Analysis2 jobs
Accounting2 jobs
Compensation & Benefits1 jobs
Product Management1 jobs
Maintenance & Repair1 jobs
Civil Engineering1 jobs
Working at NJ TRANSIT
NJ TRANSIT's 36 open roles are mid to senior level, and about 3% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are compliance & legal, electrical engineering, and business operations. NJ TRANSIT operates one of the largest public transportation networks in the United States, providing bus, commuter rail, light rail, and paratransit services throughout New Jersey and into New York and Philadelphia. Roles span operations, engineering, finance, compliance, communications, and transportation planning. Most NJ TRANSIT roles are based in Newark, with some in Paterson and Washington Township.
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How many jobs is NJ TRANSIT hiring for right now?
NJ TRANSIT is hiring for 36 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in compliance & legal and electrical engineering. Open positions include roles in operations, finance, compliance, engineering, and transportation planning, covering both field-based and administrative functions across the organization.
What kinds of roles does NJ TRANSIT hire for?
The most active teams are compliance & legal, electrical engineering, and business operations. NJ TRANSIT hires across operations and transportation planning, vehicle maintenance and engineering, finance and accounting, regulatory compliance, contract management, and communications. Grant writing, schedule planning, and paratransit coordination are also represented. Most postings are mid to senior level, though the organization hires across a broad range of functions.
Are NJ TRANSIT jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 3% of NJ TRANSIT's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Newark. Each NJ TRANSIT listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at NJ TRANSIT?
Find a role that fits your background on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing directly to NJ TRANSIT's own careers page at njtransit.com to complete the application. NJ TRANSIT manages its own hiring process, so all applications, interviews, and hiring decisions are handled directly by the agency.
Does NJ TRANSIT hire entry-level?
Most of NJ TRANSIT's open roles on Migrate Mate are mid to senior level as of July 16, 2026. Entry-level openings are limited. Check individual NJ TRANSIT listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is NJ TRANSIT hiring?
Most NJ TRANSIT roles are based in Newark, with some in Paterson and Washington Township, and about 3% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.