Light Rail Vehicle Operator
Company: SoundTransit
Location: Tacoma
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
DescriptionImportant information pertaining to our COVID-19
protocols, including our hybrid workforce options, can be found
here.
UNION PAY RATE:
This is a union position represented by the Amalgamated Transit
Union (ATU). The starting hourly rate for this position is
contractually set at $25.80.
*** Because this is a union position, the benefits differ slightly
from those listed in the "benefits package" link below in the
following ways:
Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a
wide range of offerings, including, but not limited to:
GENERAL PURPOSE:
Under general direction, operates light rail vehicles on the Tacoma
mainline, in the yard, and in the operations and maintenance
facility; ensures conformance with performance standards, safety
requirements, rules, and schedules; performs pre-trip and post-trip
safety and maintenance checks and inspections on vehicles;
completes accident and other reports as necessary; and responds to
customer inquiries. Our Light Rail Operators must be flexible to
work shifts between the hours of 4:00 am - 10:30 pm, Monday -
Sunday. In addition, we work extended hours and nights for special
events, and testing and commissioning activities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following duties are a representative summary of the primary
duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to
perform all duties listed and may be required to perform
additional, position-specific duties.
* Operates light rail vehicles in conformance with performance
standards, safety requirements, rules, and schedules; maintains
appropriate speed and distance from preceding vehicles; obeys
signals and speed signs; ensures safe boarding and de-boarding of
passengers; counts number of passengers; and safely transports
passengers to appropriate destinations.
* Provides accessibility for wheelchair passengers to board and
de-board in a safe courteous manner; provides route and
transportation information or directions to passengers; announces
all special and station stops; provides proper information to
customers requesting it; and makes special announcements as
required.
* Operates track switches, electrically or manually, as
circumstances may warrant, ensuring correct routing.
* Inspects and prepares for operation of light rail vehicles for
passenger service or test operations; performs pre-trip and
post-trip safety and maintenance checks on vehicles; checks all
sandboxes on trains; reports any defects found during routine
vehicle inspection to supervisor for appropriate action; and
couples and uncouples train as necessary.
* Performs train operations as necessary to restore service
disruptions by trouble-shooting problem conditions; reports
observed defects and unsafe condition regarding tracks, track
switches, and related equipment while operating light rail vehicles
and other conditions that may affect the safe movement of
trains.
* Notifies supervisor of any emergency situation on or near the
right-of-way (ROW) or of service disruption, requesting appropriate
additional instruction or assistance as required; communicates to
customers appropriate information in the event of a need to
evacuate a train; oversees the safe and orderly evacuation of the
passengers from the train; controls such evacuations to safeguard
customers in accordance with prescribed emergency procedures;
guides and assists customers to access alternate bus service in the
event of a service disruption; and performs flagging duties during
emergency situations such as collisions, derailments or vehicle
breakdowns.
* Produces written reports of witnessed incidents as well as
accidents, incidents, and unusual conditions in which there has
been indirect or direct involvement or that affect the movement of
trains or the condition of Agency property.
* Notifies and turns in to proper authority all lost articles found
on the light rail vehicle or at stations; responds to customer
inquiries and maintains a courteous and friendly demeanor with all
customers; trains other employees in light rail vehicle operation
as necessary.
* Provides support to the division/department and others on matters
as directed; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in
the fields related to area of assignment; incorporates new
developments as appropriate; ensures processes, policies, and
practices are interpreted and applied consistently and effectively;
ensures accountability and compliance with all current and
applicable state and federal laws, Agency policies and procedures,
rules and regulations.
* Champions and models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates
values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the
agency.
* Contributes to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion in
alignment with Sound Transit's Equity & Inclusion Policy.
* It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the Agency
safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their
assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems,
operations, and/or other employees.
* It is the responsibility of all employees to integrate
sustainability into everyday business practices.
* Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma/GED and successful completion of training and
post-training qualification period; we can train you to operate a
Light Rail Vehicle if you have safe driving skills. one year of
experience in the operation of light or heavy rail transit vehicles
is highly desirable; OR an equivalent combination of education and
experience.
Additional Demands/Requirements:
This position is considered safety sensitive. It requires a DOT
physical that meets standard to qualify for at least a one-year
certification under 49 CFR 391.4, and recertification as needed,
and a negative drug test. Following is a description of the
circumstances for testing as required by Federal regulations 49 CFR
Part 655: random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return to
duty and follow-up drug and alcohol testing in compliance with
Federal Transit Authority DOT alcohol and controlled substances
testing program protocols.
Required Licenses or Certifications:
Valid state driver's license (with no more than 1 violation in the
past 12 months, exclusive of DUI and reckless driving).
Required Knowledge and Skills:
* Pertinent traffic laws, ordinances, and safety rules in the
operation of light rail vehicles.
* Methods and techniques of providing safe public transportation
services.
* Operational characteristics of light rail vehicles.
* Basic principles and procedures of light rail vehicle
troubleshooting.
* Standard safety precautions.
* Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and
regulations.
* Principles and procedures of record keeping.
* Principles of business letter writing and basic report
preparation.
* English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
* Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including
computers and computer applications such as word processing,
spreadsheets, and statistical databases.
* Utilizing personal computer software programs affecting assigned
work and in compiling and preparing spreadsheets and reports.
* Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with
other department staff, management, vendors, outside agencies,
community groups, and the general public.
* Interpreting and administering policies and procedures sufficient
to administer, discuss, resolve, and explain them to staff and
other constituencies.
* Operating passenger light rail vehicles in accordance with
applicable traffic laws.
* Safely operating passenger light rail vehicles in accordance with
applicable traffic laws.
* Performing preventive maintenance inspections on vehicles.
* Maintaining clean vehicle appearance.
* Maintaining a tight time schedule.
* Performing safety inspections and identifying safety hazards.
* Interpreting and using all types of operating and repair manuals
related to a light rail system.
* Interpreting and applying applicable federal, state, and local
policies, laws, and regulations.
* Maintaining good customer relations with positive customer
service orientation.
* Maintaining repair and maintenance records.
* Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in
writing.
* Preparing clear and concise written reports of incidents and
accidents.
* Working cooperatively with other departments, Agency officials,
and outside agencies.
Physical Demands / Work Environment:
* Work is performed in a standard office environment.
* Subject to standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, and
lifting of objects up to 25 pounds; may occasionally be exposed to
physical harm, hazardous chemicals, infectious disease, and extreme
noise when working in and around trains.
* The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and
provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all
personnel as required.
Sound Transit is an equal employment opportunity employer. No
person is unlawfully excluded from employment action based on race,
color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity,
sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information,
disability, veteran status or other protected class.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with
Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner
discriminate against employees or applicants because they have
inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of
another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access
to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as
a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of
other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise
have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is
(a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance
of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an
investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the
contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR
60-1.35(c)
Keywords: SoundTransit, Tacoma , Light Rail Vehicle Operator, Other , Tacoma, Washington
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