Capital Area Transit - CAT

03/07/2022

Harrisburg Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo LLC

Have you heard? 👂 This month's Wheels & Deals partner is Harrisburg Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo, L.L.C.! And if you have ever been interested in taking martial arts classes, now may be your chance! Located in Lemoyne, Harrisburg BJJ and Judo is the #1 USJA judo school in Pennsylvania. Skilled instructors provide classes in a range of activities, from yoga to boxing. By interacting with this post (👍, 💬, or share), two lucky winners will each receive a free two-week trial ($59 value) and a free gi ($90 value)! 🥋

Harrisburg BJJ and Judo is accessible by disembarking at Market & 3rd Streets in Lemoyne via Routes A, B, C, or M.

For more information, visit Harrisburg BJJ & Judo's website! https://www.harrisburgbjjandjudo.com/

Welcome to Harrisburg Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo, home of Harrisburg's premier Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo school. With 600+ members including 18 BJJ black belts and 4 Judo black belts, and numerous Division I wrestlers, we are one of the largest and top ranked BJJ schools and are the #1 USJA Jud...

03/06/2022

Wondering where your bus is? Sign up for rider alerts and install the My Stop app to get real-time notifications about delays, detours and more: https://www.cattransit.com/general-information/rider-tools/.

03/05/2022

REMINDER: Ice & Fire festival activities today may create heavier traffic, which can cause fixed route delays or detours. Sign up for rider alerts to be notified of route changes: https://www.cattransit.com/rider-alerts/.

03/04/2022

Today, on Employee Appreciation Day, we celebrate the CAT team! Thanks to the hard work of our staff, we're able to make a positive impact in our community. We ❤️ our team!

03/04/2022

Attention riders: Ice & Fire festival activities on 3/5 may create heavier traffic, which can cause fixed route delays or detours. Sign up for rider alerts to be notified of route changes: https://www.cattransit.com/rider-alerts/.

03/03/2022

Traveling further? Need to connect to another route? Be sure to tell the driver at the beginning of your ride that you'll need a transfer to complete your one-way trip.

📌 Pay for your transfer.
📌 Transfers are good for 90 minutes after being issued.
📌 Remember: Drivers cannot accept transfers from the same route.

03/02/2022

Paul Mathis is the current Site Manager for Capital Area Transit. Paul began his career at CAT in August 2015 as a part-time fixed route operator and later also served as a paratransit operator! 🚌

Throughout the pandemic, Paul has managed, and continues to manage, 100+ employees on a day-to-day basis. He values the teamwork and support of his CAT colleagues. Although Paul has a Bachelor's degree in Hotel/Restaurant Management and was a hotel general manager for many years, he has also previously worked as a safety coordinator for a transportation and logistics company. 🚘

In his spare time, Paul enjoys spending time with his family, and photography! 📸 We thank Paul for his contributions to CAT and his continued service to the community. ⭐️👍

03/02/2022

Have you ever considered trying martial arts classes? 💪 Now may be your chance! This month's Wheels & Deals partner is Harrisburg Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo, L.L.C.! Located in Lemoyne, Harrisburg BJJ and Judo is one of the largest and top ranked Brazilian jiu jitsu schools and is the #1 USJA judo school in Pennsylvania. Their skilled instructors also provide classes in self-defense, boxing, kickboxing, mixed martial arts, and even yoga! 🧘 By interacting with this post (👍, 💬, or share), two lucky winners will each receive a free two-week trial ($59 value) and a free gi ($90 value)! 🥋
Harrisburg BJJ and Judo is accessible by disembarking at Market & 3rd Streets in Lemoyne via Routes A, B, C, or M. 🚌

03/01/2022

CAT partners with Transit app to provide real-time data. Transit app offers enhanced features within the app which users can buy. CAT will continue to offer the real-time data but does not endorse any specific enhanced feature. Learn more about CAT rider tools: https://www.cattransit.com/general-information/rider-tools/.

03/01/2022

We are excited to announce the winner of our February WHEELS & DEALS giveaway! 📣 The winner is... Jessica Gazsi! 🥳 Jessica wins a $50 gift card which may be used at Knead Slice Shop or Knead Market. 🍕 Jessica, please DM us for details on how to get your gift card.

Thank you to everyone who participated. Be sure to keep an eye out for our March WHEELS & DEALS contest beginning soon! 🎊

02/24/2022

‼️ Last Chance! ‼️
WHEELS & DEALS GIVEAWAY! 📢
Knead is our February Wheels & Deals partner, and you have a chance to win a $50 gift certificate by interacting on this post! Give a 👍, 💬, share or tag on any of this month's Wheels and Deals posts to be entered! The contest ends February 28.
Knead Market serves up delicious personal-sized wood-fired pizzas. 🔥 If you don't want to order a whole pie, stop by Knead Slice Shop just down 3rd Street to order individual pizza slices! 🍕 Both Knead locations are located along the Route 3.

02/23/2022

Calling all veterans! Did you know CAT provides no cost transportation to select VA hospitals? In partnership with charitable organization rabbitcares, CAT is helping veterans in our community access critical medical care they may not otherwise receive without public transportation.

Learn more: https://www.cattransit.com/shared-ride/veterans-transportation/.

02/22/2022

🧑‍🍳WHEELS & DEALS GIVEAWAY! 🧑‍🍳
Do you feel like treating yourself to a delicious pizza for lunch or dinner? 🍴 Knead is a locally-owned small business in Harrisburg that serves up a wide variety. 🍕 Visit the Knead Slice Shop on Third Street or Knead Market's stand in the Broad Street Market, both located on Route 3. 🚌
Knead is this month's Wheels & Deals partner and you have a chance to win a $50 gift certificate! To enter, give a 👍, 💬, tag or share any of this month's Wheels & Deals posts. Each interaction gets an entry.

02/21/2022

02/19/2022

Do you have good diagnostic and problem solving skills?
Join us as a 3rd Class Mechanic!

Our team promotes a safe workplace environment and helps to keep CAT vehicles safe on the road and in compliance with regulations.

This position:
-Performs minor and major repairs on heavy-duty vehicles
-Diagnoses and repairs all vehicle system components
-Receives work orders of daily assignments from management

https://cattransit.applicantpool.com/jobs/730232.html

Apply today!

02/18/2022

Need a ticket to ride? Grab and go at our transfer center ticket vending machine, located near the clock! Tickets can also be purchased…
📌 @ our N. Cameron St. office
📌 @ Strawberry Square
📌 On our website
📌 Via Token Transit

02/17/2022

02/16/2022

WHEELS & DEALS GIVEAWAY! 📣🎈

Knead Market is our February Wheels & Deals partner, and you have a chance to win a $50 gift certificate by interacting on this post! Give a 👍, 💬, share or tag to be entered! Visit Broad Street Market to order a personal-sized wood-fired pizza from Knead Market. 👨‍🍳 Or, stop by Knead Slice Shop just down 3rd Street to order individual pizza slices! 🍕 Both Knead locations can be accessed using the Route 3. 🚌

02/14/2022

We hope you have a wheelie happy Valentine's day! 🚌💜

02/11/2022

WHEELS & DEALS GIVEAWAY! 🥳
Have you heard!? 👂 Knead is our February Wheels & Deals partner, and you have a chance to win a $50 gift certificate by interacting on this post! Give a 👍, 💬, share or tag to be entered! Knead Market serves up delicious personal-sized wood-fired pizzas. 🍕 And Knead Slice Shop has everything you need to make your own pizza at home, including dough and sauces for purchase! 🧑‍🍳 Both Knead locations can be accessed using the Route 3. 🚌

02/10/2022

Apply for Shared Ride service online! 📱💻 Easily apply for shared ride service and find out what funding you may qualify for at PennDOT's FMR Eligibility site. Sign up now at https://tes.penndot.gov/tes-web/public/home

02/09/2022

Track your bus in real time with myStop! For additional details, visit:
https://www.cattransit.com/mystop/

02/08/2022

WHEELS & DEALS GIVEAWAY! 🥳
Knead is our February Wheels & Deals partner, and you have a chance to win a $50 gift certificate by interacting on this post! Give a 👍, 💬, share or tag to be entered! Knead Market serves up delicious personal-sized wood-fired pizzas. 🔥 If you don't want to order a whole pie, stop by Knead Slice Shop just down the street to order individual pizza slices! 🍕 Both Knead locations can be accessed using the Route 3. 🚌

02/07/2022

Service Reductions Beginning February 7, 2022 - Capital Area Transit

TODAY! ‼️📢
Like many other businesses across the country, Capital Area Transit is facing an employee shortage. Our driver shortage is creating challenges for all of our services including Fixed Route and Commuter Service.
Fixed Route riders will see adjustments to route schedules beginning TODAY, February 7. We recommend signing up for rider alerts or following our Facebook or Twitter feeds for changes. You can view updated schedules at our website here: https://www.cattransit.com/service-reductions-beginning-february-7-2022/
Capital Area Transit remains committed to our mission of mobility. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time. If you know someone who would be great as a driver, please have them visit our website at www.cattransit.com.

Like many other businesses across the country, Capital Area Transit is facing an employee shortage. Our driver shortage is creating challenges for all of our services including Fixed Route. Our desire is to provide reliable, safe transportation, however, reduced staffing creates the need to modify s...

02/05/2022

SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS BEGIN MONDAY! 📢
Like many other businesses across the country, Capital Area Transit is facing an employee shortage. Our driver shortage is creating challenges for all of our services including Fixed Route and Commuter Service.
Fixed Route riders will see adjustments to route schedules beginning Monday, February 7. We recommend signing up for rider alerts or following our Facebook or Twitter feeds for changes. You can view updated schedules at our website here: https://www.cattransit.com/service-reductions-beginning-february-7-2022/
Capital Area Transit remains committed to our mission of mobility. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time. If you know someone who would be great as a driver, please have them visit our website at www.cattransit.com.

02/04/2022

Today we honor Rosa Parks on her 109th birthday by celebrating Transit Equity Day reminding others that they can make a difference in their day to day actions. Rosa Parks was an iconic figure in the civil rights movement advocating for safe and reliable transportation for all people. Happy Birthday Rosa! 🎂

02/03/2022

Andrew Brunner began his career at Capital Area Transit in June of 2015, having previously been employed as an auto parts store worker and a school bus driver. 🚌 He continues to apply his driving and safety skills at CAT working as a fixed route operator. 🚎 Over the years, Andrew has especially enjoyed driving community members to and from the Pennsylvania Farm Show and Hersheypark. 🎢 Andrew likes spending quality time with his family, traveling, and camping. ⛺️ Andrew has two children: a 24-year-old son who is in the U.S. Navy, and a four-year-old daughter! 👨‍👧‍👦 Andrew, we thank you for your dedication to the community and to the CAT organization! 👏

02/03/2022

Like many other businesses across the country, Capital Area Transit is facing an employee shortage. Our driver shortage is creating challenges for all of our services including Fixed Route and Commuter Service.
Fixed Route riders will see adjustments to route schedules beginning Monday, February 7. We recommend signing up for rider alerts or following our Facebook or Twitter feeds for changes.
Capital Area Transit remains committed to our mission of mobility. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time. If you know someone who would be great as a driver, please have them visit our website at www.cattransit.com.

02/02/2022

🧑‍🍳 WHEELS & DEALS GIVEAWAY! 🧑‍🍳
Do you feel like treating yourself to a delicious pizza for lunch or dinner? 🍴 Knead is a locally-owned small business in Harrisburg that serves up a wide variety. 🍕 Visit the Knead Slice Shop on Third Street or Knead Market's stand in the Broad Street Market, both located on Route 3. 🚌

Knead is this month's Wheels & Deals partner and you have a chance to win a $50 gift certificate! To enter, give a 👍, 💬, tag or share any of this month's Wheels & Deals posts. Each interaction gets an entry.

02/01/2022

We are excited to announce the winners of our January WHEELS & DEALS giveaway! 🥳 The winners are..... Dylan Brubacher and Deanna Delgado 👏 They have each won a 3-month peak membership to Crunch Fitness! 🏋️ Winners, please DM us for details on how to get your membership certificates.

Thank you to everyone who participated. Keep an eye out for our February WHEELS & DEALS contest beginning soon! 👀

01/28/2022

Are you a veteran or know a veteran?
CAT in a joint effort with rabbitCARES - a non-profit organization created to support Central Pennsylvania residents - provides veterans transportation to select VA hospitals at no cost to veterans. Many veterans would not be able to reach critical medical care without assistance for transportation.
Check out more details by visiting https://www.cattransit.com/share.../veterans-transportation/

01/26/2022

Harrisburg | Crunch Fitness

WHEELS & DEALS GIVEAWAY❗️❗️
You still have a chance to be one of two lucky winners who will receive a FREE 3-month peak membership to Crunch Fitness! Enter by January 31 by interacting (👍,💬, tag and share) with any of our Wheels & Deals posts from this month. Each interaction gets you an entry. You can view what is included in the peak membership by clicking the link below as well as the group fitness schedule. 🏋️💪 Easily get to Crunch Fitness by riding the Route 17 bus! 🚌
https://www.crunch.com/locations/harrisburg

The Crunch gym in Harrisburg, PA fuses fitness and fun with certified personal trainers, awesome group fitness classes, a “no judgments” philosophy, and gym memberships starting at $10.99 a month.

01/26/2022

Like many other businesses across the country, Capital Area Transit is facing an employee shortage. Our driver shortage is creating challenges for all of our services including Fixed Route and Commuter Service.
Fixed Route riders will see adjustments to route schedules beginning Monday, February 7. We recommend signing up for rider alerts or following our Facebook or Twitter feeds for changes.
Capital Area Transit remains committed to our mission of mobility. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time. If you know someone who would be great as a driver, please have them visit our website at www.cattransit.com.

01/24/2022

Winter Weather Travel Tips!
❄️ Be sure to plan ahead, allow extra time for travel.
❄️ Dress warmly. Vehicles may become cold during the boarding process.
❄️ Step carefully onto the bus. Bus floors and steps become slippery from snow and ice.
❄️ Use the handrails and maintain three points of contact when boarding.
❄️ Stay informed of delays. Sign up for rider alerts on https://www.cattransit.com/rider-alerts/ to receive an email or text message about unexpected service changes.

01/19/2022

DYK? 💭
You can now buy tickets at the Transfer Center! The ticket vending machine is up and running. Find it near the clock! 🕓
You can still purchase tickets all the other ways too:
@ our N. Cameron St. office 🏢
@ Strawberry Square 🍓
On our website
via Token Transit