LRV Operator

Default Brand; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Retirement plan

Health & dental benefits

Community minded workplace

Job summary

TransEd Valley Line LRT in Edmonton is seeking a LRV Operator to operate trains in revenue and non-revenue service, following the rule book and safety procedures.

You will make announcements, assist technicians, support OCC during operations and service recovery, and handle customer needs with emphasis on safety and accessibility.

A grade 12 diploma and English communication skills are required; Alberta driver’s license and basic computer skills are preferred; prior rail experience is asset.

Qualifications

• Completion of grade 12 High school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English.
• Previous experience within rail transit or rail transportation industry considered an asset.
• Defensive Driver Training considered an asset.
• Must hold a valid Province of Alberta Driver’s License Class “5” or higher.
• Basic computer skills, use of basic hand / power tools.
• Experience in electro-mechanical systems and trouble shooting skills an asset.
• Good judgement & effective in solving practical problems, responds quickly, calmly and appropriately to emergency situations.
• Demonstrate an ability to work efficiently in an unsupervised environment.
• Demonstrate a strong health, safety, quality, and environmental mindset.
• Ability to work independently, under pressure and adapt to constant change.
• Ability to pass are pre employment testing requirements

Responsibilities

• Operate LRV in revenue and non-revenue service in strict compliance with the rule book and procedures pertaining to testing, commissioning and operations; Respects HSE and operating rules.
• Make public address announcements and exercising prudent judgment under a variety of conditions which may occur during a given tour of duty.
• Assist technicians and engineers in test/investigation and test set-up.
• Supports the Operation Control Center during normal operations and service recovery situations.
• Conduct recovery steps and procedures from on board vehicle failures of a minor nature.
• Reports immediately any deviations to OCC any delays or incidents impacting the operating schedule.
• When dealing with customers, ensure that matters are handled tactfully and sensitively as appropriate and strictly follow the procedures and work instructions of the organization.
• Render all possible assistance to customers, in particular those with special accessibility needs.
• Visual Inspection of the mainline prior to revenue service or after maintenance activities.
• Re-establishing LRV operations following failure or activation of emergency brake application of the LRV.

Skills

English communication

Electro-mechanical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Emergency response

Adaptability under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Hand and power tools

Job description

TransEd Valley Line LRT is the first piece of the Valley Line project in Edmonton. Connecting Millwoods to downtown Edmonton, the Valley Line allows commuters to go from the South East of Edmonton to any where the LRT stops.

A typical day for theLVR Operator

• Operation of LRV in revenue and non-revenue service in strict compliance with the rule book and procedures pertaining to testing, commissioning and operations; Respects HSE and operating rules. Ensures these rules are followed;
• Making public address announcements and exercising prudent judgment under a variety of conditions which may occur during a given tour of duty;
• Assist technicians and engineers in test/investigation and test set-up;
• Supports the Operation Control Center during normal operations and service recovery situations.
• and recovery;
• Conduct recovery steps and procedures from on board vehicle failures of a minor nature;
• Reports immediately any deviations to OCC any delays or incidents impacting the operating schedule.
• When dealing with customers, ensure that matters are handled tactfully and sensitively as appropriate and strictly follow the procedures and work instructions of the organization;
• Render all possible assistance to customers, in particular those with special accessibility needs;
• Visual Inspection of the mainline prior to revenue service or after maintenance activities;
• Re-establishing LRV operations following failure or activation of emergency brake application of the LRV.

What you will bring to the team

• Completion of grade 12 High school diploma or GED;
• Must have an ability to communicate effectively in English as demonstrated by an ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions;
• Previous experience within rail transit or rail transportation industry considered an asset;
• Defensive Driver Training considered an asset;
• Must hold a valid Province of Alberta Driver’s License Class “5” or higher;
• Basic computer skills, use of basic hand / power tools;
• Experience in electro-mechanical systems and trouble shooting skills an asset.
• Good judgement & effective in solving practical problems, responds quick, calmly and appropriately to emergency situations;
• Demonstrate an ability to work efficiently in an unsupervised environment;
• Demonstrate a strong health, safety, quality, and environmental mindset;
• Ability to work independently, under pressure and adapt to constant change;
• Ability to pass are pre employment testing requirements

Why choose TransEd Valley Line LRT

TransEd is made up of hard-working, respectful and talented people who understand and invite diversity to the workplace. We take pride in holding ourselves accountable and continuing to meet or exceed service levels for the greater Edmonton community. We ensure they receive quality services because they—along with our people—are the reason we endure and succeed.

And it sure feels good helping hard-working Edmontonians get from A to B in a seamless transit experience.

What TransEd has to offer

• Community-minded workplace with a friendly team environment
• Competitive salary and
• Retirement savings plan
• Competitive benefit package featuring extended health and dental benefits