Light Rail Ops Lead: Controller & Dispatcher

Hampton Roads Transit; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Hampton Roads Transit seeks a dynamic supervisor to lead day-to-day operations of light rail vehicles and maintenance vehicles in the Hampton Roads region. You will oversee safety, scheduling, and documentation, ensuring reliable service and compliance with procedures.

Required: CDL Class B, LRV training and strong communication skills; preferred: associate degree in business-related field and rail system experience.

Qualifications

• Must pass LRV Operator training course and re-qualify as directed.
• Must secure and maintain a Virginia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) – Class B with air brake and passenger endorsements within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety procedures, rules and policies are followed by all employees, non-employees, and visitors.
• Approve, monitor and coordinate maintenance activities along the rail right-of-way.
• Direct troubleshooting of defective equipment and coordinate LRV maintenance replacements.
• Enter daily rail activities into databases, logs and turnover documents.
• Direct and train Rail Operators in operating rules, procedures and safety.
• Direct all rail vehicle movement along the alignment ROW.
• Develop and implement procedures to regulate light rail operator activities and evaluate performance.
• Complete payroll as needed.
• Prepare safety procedures and participate in emergency responses involving vehicles and passengers.
• Support audits and compliance activities with internal departments and regulators.

Education

Associate Degree in Business Management or Business Administration or related field

Job description

Hampton Roads Transit seeks a dynamic supervisor to lead day-to-day operations of light rail vehicles and maintenance vehicles in the Hampton Roads region. You will oversee safety, scheduling, and documentation, ensuring reliable service and compliance with procedures.

Required: CDL Class B, LRV training and strong communication skills; preferred: associate degree in business-related field and rail system experience.