FREQUENTLY ASKED EMPLOYMENT QUESTIONS

How can I apply for a position with SMART?

SMART accepts applications for employment only through SMART’s website at www.smartbus.org.

Click on the “SMART Employment” tab and scroll down to “Current Job Openings”.

SMART Locations

Main Office                                                       Wayne Terminal

Buhl Building                                                      30000 N. Industrial Dr.

535 Griswold Street, Suite 600                                       Inkster, Michigan  48141

Detroit, Michigan  48226

Phone:  313/223-2375

Fax:  248/244-9254

Oakland Terminal                                             Macomb Terminal

2021 Barrett                                                        22900 E. 15 Mile Road

Troy, Michigan  48084                                          Clinton Twp., Michigan  48035

What is the difference between Fixed Route and Connector?

Fixed Route is the large bus that runs down major streets and picks up passengers at designated bus stops.  Fixed Route hours of operation are 7 days a week, approximately 23 hours per day.

Connector is the smaller bus that is curb-to-curb service with the primary focus on transporting older adults and persons with disabilities.  The hours of operation for Connector bus are Monday through Friday from approximately 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 

What is the rate of pay for drivers?

The pay rate during the training period is $10.00 per hour.  After successful completion of training, the pay rate will increase in accordance with the collective bargaining agreements.

These are all full-time positions (40 hours per week) and are paid on a weekly basis.

Can someone with a conviction record work at SMART?

A conviction record does not exclude someone from working at SMART.  The decision to hire is made on a case-by-case basis.  However, all applicants must disclose the existence of convictions, upon request.