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Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Automotive
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Here's how to apply for Milwaukee County Transit System's first-ever apprenticeship programs
For the first time in its history, Milwaukee County Transit System is launching new apprenticeships this year and has already hired more than two dozen people for the program, the agency announced April 30. In honor of National Apprenticeship Day in Wisconsin, MCTS launched a new mechanics and operator apprenticeship program. The program launches as Wisconsin reports a record number of registered apprentices across the state with more than 17,000 participants in 2024, according to a news release. "As a leader in developing workforce development programs in the transit industry, our Union knows these programs are critical in preparing transit workers for the challenges on the job and helping them to advance careers,' said ATU International President John Costa in a statement. Here's what you need to know about the new apprenticeship programs. RELATED: Milwaukee County Transit System managing director steps down Apprentices can join a new 18-month registered program for mechanics, where after they can move into mechanic positions at MCTS, according to the release. Curriculum includes hands-on learning and mentorship at MCTS. The transit organization will also supply each mechanic apprentice with a set of tools valued at $4,000, which they will own after the completion of the program. Each mechanic apprentice will earn between $30 to $44 per hour, depending on their position. Trainers will also receive an additional $4 per hour on top of their current wage while teaching apprentices. Additionally, MCTS is also offering a 12-month registered apprenticeship program for new bus operators. Each operator apprentice will be assigned a mentor, who will be a current employee with at least three years experience. Each bus operator apprentice will earn $24.40 per hour, which is the same as a first-year bus operator. Both receive benefits, including a pension. This spring, MCTS hired two mechanic apprentices and 25 bus operator apprentices. You can find more information at To apply for the bus operator apprenticeship program visit MCTS starts screening in July and will start the bus operator program in the fall. The link will be posted later to the mechanic applications, confirmed spokesperson Anna Schryver. MCTS hopes to expand the mechanic apprenticeship program and will open applications in early 2026. RELATED: Ridership of Milwaukee's streetcar The Hop sees slight uptick in passengers compared to previous year: Inside the data This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: MCTS launches first-ever mechanic, bus operator apprenticeships
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- General
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Milwaukee County Transit System; rider feedback collected for 2025
The Brief The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is collecting rider feedback. MCTS hopes to use that feedback to shape bus routes for the fall. You can submit feedback to MCTS through a website or by taking part in public meetings. MILWAUKEE - The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced on Monday, March 24 it is collecting rider feedback to help shape bus routes that take effect this fall. It is part of an initiative called MOVE 2025. What we know A news release from MCTS says riders are encouraged to see specific route recommendations resulting from Phase I's feedback and weigh in on four new route options that will be presented. After this phase of feedback is reviewed, MCTS will submit a recommended MOVE 2025 plan to the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android During the first phase of MOVE 2025, riders and bus operators gave feedback at five public meetings, 15 stakeholder meetings, and completed 1,254 surveys online. Their feedback played a key role in shaping Phase II, which will provide several improvements. This includes new connections that aren't available today. For example, some recommendations include extending Route 14 to 17th Street and Route 59 on Drexel Avenue. In addition, some routes will have more frequent bus service, such as Route 57. Some branched routes will become more direct, including the BlueLine. To make these changes while remaining within its budget, MCTS will adjust service on other routes where there's less demand. What you can do MCTS wants to hear from riders directly. Feedback can be submitted through an online survey, by visiting to comment on interactive maps, or by attending one of three public meetings across the county. Riders have until April 11, 2025, to weigh in. SIGN UP TODAY: Get daily headlines, breaking news emails from FOX6 NewsDates, locations for public meetings April 4 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at MCTS Administration Building (1942 N. 17th St., Milwaukee) April 8 — 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Atkinson Public Library (1960 W. Atkinson Ave., Milwaukee) April 10 — 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at South Milwaukee Public Library (1907 10th Ave., South Milwaukee) Phase I: December 9, 2024 - February 10, 2025: Public input phase through surveys, online comments, interactive maps, and public meetings. Phase II: March - May 2025: MCTS transit planners review feedback and develop a draft plan for additional comment from riders, bus drivers and the general public. Planners prepare a final recommended plan that will be presented to the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors for review and approval. June - August 2025: If the recommended plan is approved, MCTS will begin an education campaign to aid public awareness of the fall service changes. Late August 2025: The changes go live. The Source The information in this post was provided by Milwaukee County Transit System.
