Does Septa pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Septa employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Septa. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Septa?

41% of Septa employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Septa 2.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.5 for culture and values and 3.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Septa?

Bus Operator (42) , Railroad Conductor (9) , Operator (8) , Transit Bus Operator (8) , Manager (7) , Bus Driver (6) , Engineer (6) , Signal Maintainer (6) , Administrative Assistant (5) , Driver (5) , Locomotive Engineer (5) , Maintenance Custodian (5) , Analyst (4) , Assistant Conductor (4) , Project Manager (4)

What are the pros of working at Septa according to real employee reviews?

"The benefits are great." ((in 84 reviews)); "Good pay: Septa has some of the highest pay for public employees in the area" ((in 51 reviews)); "Great Pension and Medical benefits" ((in 20 reviews)); "Ok carrier .. great people to work with" ((in 16 reviews)); "Job security is good" ((in 10 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Septa according to real employee reviews?

"Upper management is full of themselves and lack contemporary people management skills and knowledge." ((in 9 reviews)); "To much old boy network and nepotism" ((in 8 reviews)); "long hours during the week" ((in 8 reviews)); "Culture is toxic." ((in 7 reviews)); "bad managers and somewhat hostile environment" ((in 6 reviews))

What are employees saying about Septa layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Septa layoffs and their outlook for job security at Septa in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Septa locations?

Philadelphia , Phila , Upper Darby , Norristown , Philadelphia , Blakeslee , Ardmore , Bryn Mawr , Downingtown , Lansdale , Plymouth Meeting , Southeastern , West Chester , New Castle , Collingdale , Secane , Septa , Sunrise Manor , Mount Misery , Georgetown of Philadelphia , Frankford

Septa reviews

2.9

41% would recommend to a friend

(365 total reviews)

Leslie S. Richards

28% approve of CEO

29% positive business outlook

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Septa has an employee rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 365 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Septa employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Transportation & Logistics industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

365 reviews

5.0

Jul 6, 2015

trolley operator

Certified trolley operator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Very professional, great benefits, full time doesn't have to get another job to make ends meet,SEPTA is a place where u can have an career!

Cons

I really didn't like the shift as much.

3.0

Oct 20, 2014

Exciting on most days due to the mask amount of new people you meet in the public.

Bus operator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The experience you get meeting new people. The salary and flexibility of working extra hours or taking time off away from work. The options to pick different work locations that is suitable to your home location for easier commute.

Cons

The constant fatigue you face by the fast pace environment. Unable to actually make decisions for yourself as needed for the customers. At any moment you can be guilty until proven innocent

3.0

May 26, 2014

A company dedicated to quality

Operator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Wonderful, pay and benefits and lifelong friendships

Cons

The schedule and lack of security are less desirable than other companies

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