SacRT Service Delays Blamed On Pandemic, Worker Shortages; Hiring Event Scheduled Next Week

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SACRAMENTO (CBS13) -- SacRT is blaming the pandemic and worker shortages for some major delays.

The transit agency says the problems could continue into the weekend.

⚠️ Rider Alert: COVID-19 cases reaching record highs and a national workforce shortage is having a tremendous impact on SacRT operations and staffing, which is causing an increase in trip cancellations and service delays, today, June 16, 2022 and could continue into the weekend.
— Sacramento Regional Transit (@RideSacRT) June 16, 2022

SacRT is trying to fill its part-time and full-time positions by offering hourly wages up to $37 for bus drivers, security and other staff.

They are also offering a signing bonus for joining.

A hiring event is scheduled for next week in order to try and fill more spots.