Company Profile
Valley Metro
Company Overview
Valley Metro is the regional public transportation agency providing coordinated transit services to residents of metro Phoenix. From regional bus, light rail and paratransit service to alternative commuter solutions, Valley Metro’s core mission is to develop and operate a network of transit services.
Mission
Valley Metro exists to connect communities and enhance lives.
What we do
We plan, build, operate and maintain a safe, regional, multi-modal transportation system.
Company History
Valley Metro Regional Public Transportation Authority (RPTA)
In 1993, Valley Metro, along with local governments, began funding a regional transit system that now covers 513 square miles. Today, member agencies include Avondale, Buckeye, Chandler, El Mirage, Fountain Hills, Gilbert, Glendale, Goodyear, Maricopa County, Mesa, Peoria, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Surprise, Tempe, Tolleson, Wickenburg and Youngtown. The Valley Metro RPTA Board of Directors set policy for bus and paratransit services.
Valley Metro Rail
In 2002, Valley Metro Rail, Inc. was formed to design, construct and operate a 66-mile high-capacity transit system.
Member cities include Chandler, Glendale, Mesa, Phoenix and Tempe. The Valley Metro Rail Board of Directors sets policy while providing general oversight of the agency and its responsibilities.
Valley Metro services:
Local, Express and RAPID commuter bus service
Light rail
Neighborhood circulators
Rural route
Paratransit service
Vanpool service
Commuter programs
Benefits
Health Care Benefits
•Medical/Vision/Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Insurance
•Dental Insurance
•Life/AD&D Insurance
•Short Term Disability Insurance
Retirement Plans
•Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
•457 Deferred Compensation Plan (Optional)
Holiday Pay
Optional/Additional Benefits
•Voluntary Life Insurance
•Flexible Spending Account
•Tuition Assistance
•Free Employee Bus/Light Rail Card