INDIANAPOLIS — IndyGo is beginning 2024 with expanded compensation for bus drivers and mechanics.
In a press release, the company said it recently announced an extension of its $3,000 signing bonus for new hires applying to be a driver or mechanic. The signing bonus incentive began July 1, 2023.
Additionally, IndyGo also said that it had recently approved pay increases for those positions, and the raises went into effect Jan. 1.
The raises were a result of a collective bargaining agreement between IndyGo and Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 1070 leadership. After training, starting pay for bus drivers is $23/hour, while mechanics start at $29/hour.
Since beginning the signing bonus campaign in July, IndyGo says it has received nearly 1,150 driver and mechanic applications. The company has hired at least 176 of those candidates, leading to a 185% increase in new hires for that timeline from the previous year.
The company said it hopes to continue the hiring trend in 2024.
Anyone interested in applying to become a driver or mechanic can visit IndyGo's employment website.