LRV Operator

TransEd O and M Partners GP; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Retirement savings plan

Extended health and dental benefits

Community-minded workplace

Job summary

TransEd Valley Line LRT in Edmonton is seeking a dedicated LVR Operator to run light rail vehicles in revenue and non-revenue service, adhering to safety rules and procedures. You will announce information to the public, assist technicians, and support OCC during normal operations and service recovery.

Strong English communication and a safety mindset are essential. Required grade 12 education, Alberta driver’s license, and basic computer/tool skills; prior rail experience is an asset.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Operate LRV in revenue and non-revenue service per rule book and procedures; ensure HSE and operating rules are followed.
• Make public address announcements and exercise prudent judgment during tours.
• Assist technicians and engineers in test/investigation and test set-up.
• Support 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.
• Report deviations to OCC for delays or incidents impacting schedule.
• Deal with customers tactfully and follow procedures and work instructions; assist customers with accessibility needs.
• Perform visual inspection of the mainline prior to revenue service or after maintenance activities.
• Re-establish LRV operations after emergency brake activation or vehicle failures.

Skills

English communication

Problem solving

Health and safety mindset

Independence

Adaptability under pressure

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Hand and power tools

Electro-mechanical troubleshooting

Defensive Driver Training

Driver’s license (Alberta Class 5)

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