Extra List Clerk (Janitor)

Cadient, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Metra is seeking Administrative Support personnel to perform clerical and sales-related tasks within a union environment. Positions include on-call responsibilities during nights, weekends, and holidays, with starting pay rates potentially varying by the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, be able to type 25 wpm, lift up to 50 lbs, and possess valid driver's license with willingness to travel across Metra’s 6-county region.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must type 25 wpm and possess basic data entry skills.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Good verbal and written communication, and basic arithmetic skills.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must be willing to travel within Metra’s 6-county region.

Skills

Typing 25 wpm

Data entry

Verbal communication

Written communication

Arithmetical skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Metra is America’s fourth busiest commuter rail system, providing essential transportation services to a community of over 9.4 million residents. As an organization of over 2,600 professionals, we are committed to safely and efficiently meeting the growing and changing transportation needs of the commuters and businesses we serve.
To meet those needs, Metra employs a diverse workforce in an environment that fosters creativity and drives innovation. We invite you to learn more about Metra and the many career opportunities we offer.

Administrative Support(Including Clerical and Sales)

Please Note: Applying to this posting more than once may cause your application to be removed from consideration.

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient service.

Engineering is responsible for building and maintaining the majority of Metra’s fixed assets, such as buildings, stations, bridges, track, electrical, telecommunications and signal systems. The Engineering Department also monitors the condition of and assists in building and maintaining the fixed assets on the freight lines where Metra trains operate. The Engineering Department is divided into two major groups: Capital Projects, and Communications and Maintenance.

In addition to all employees directly involved in providing train service, the Transportation Department also oversees the Rules Department, Dispatching Office, Crew Management Center, Station Services, Customer Service, Ticket Services and GPS Center. The department is staffed by nearly 900 Transportation employees who are often referred to as the face of Metra.

Under the direction of the Director, Operations, serves in numerous capacities and may be called upon to work as aTower Operator,Office Clerk, Ticket Agent, Janitor, and/or other duties and functions outlined by the organizations. Responsible for the safety objectives, goals, and program of the organization, ensuring compliance with applicable safety rules and regulations. Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization Positions are subject to 24/7 on-call status including nights, weekends, and holidays. Must be available to work any shift at any location.

This is a Lottery Position

This is a Union position. Starting pay rates may vary based on entry rates in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Must be able to type 25 wpm and possess basic data entry skills.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Good verbal, written and basic arithmetic skills required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must be willing to travel within Metra’s 6-county region.

Metra employees in an active review period under the current discipline policy or who have documented attendance or performance issues will not be considered and/or selected for this position.

Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana, Metra prohibits applicants andemployees’ use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for preemployment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, on Metra property, or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.

Metra is committed to ensuring that our career website and recruiting process are accessible to all individuals. If you encounter difficulties or limitations in using or accessing our online application, or if you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, participate in interviews, complete any pre‑employment testing, or engage in any other aspect of the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].

Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or any protected categories, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana, Metra prohibits applicants and employees’ use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non‑synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for preemployment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, on Metra property, or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.
Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or any protected categories, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

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