Job posting: Transit Cleaner (TA)

The application period for Transit Cleaner is now closed. All applicants will receive a random list number via email by April 28, 2025.

The MTA expects to begin scheduling applicants in random list number order for further consideration for appointment to Transit Cleaner in April 2025. Applicants will be scheduled to participate in the selection process as vacancies occur and will be contacted only if their list number is reached.

The selection process includes the following components:

• Job competency and safety assessment 
• English language proficiency assessment
• Verification of identity, including permanent work authorization in the United States
• Drug screening
• Medical evaluation

One of the MTA’s top priorities has been maintaining a safe and healthy transit system for our customers, essential workers, and employees. To achieve this, we have ramped up our cleaning procedures for subway trains, stations, buses, and Access-A-Ride. MTA Cleaners play a critical role in this commitment to our customers.

What a Transit Cleaner does

Transit Cleaners sweep and wash subways and elevated stations, including steps, platforms, mezzanines, toilets, and related rooms and enclosures. They measure and mix cleaning chemicals, clean biological waste and sanitize effected areas. Transit Cleaners operate cleaning equipment, such as pressure washers, vacuums and sweepers, and perform light maintenance work on this equipment. 

Transit Cleaners are also responsible for cleaning the interiors and exteriors of subway cars and buses in shops, depots, and on the road.  They also shovel snow and perform related tasks.