Light Rail Vehicle Operator Training

Bi--state-Development-Agenc; East St. Louis (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Prescription coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

PTO 4 weeks

10 paid holidays + floating holiday

401(k) retirement plan

Supplemental benefits (Unum)

Wellness program

EAP

PSLF eligibility

Gym discounts

Onsite 9 gyms 24/7

Free MetroLink/MetroBus

Discounted cell plans

Job summary

Bi-State Development in Illinois seeks an experienced LRV Operator to operate light rail vehicles in revenue service and in yards, ensuring passenger safety and performing routine inspections for safe operation. You will communicate with customers, the Control Center, and fellow staff while adhering to operating rules and procedures.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and customer service, with opportunities for training, comprehensive benefits, and continuous professional growth within a

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate orally with customers and supervisor.
• Ability to read and understand training materials, operating manuals and safety directives.
• Ability to prepare clear written reports of incidents and accidents.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, prepare for operation and report vehicle defects to ensure safe conditions.
• Operate LRV in revenue service safely following rules and procedures.
• Answer customer inquiries with courteous demeanor and announce stops as required.
• Notify Central Control of emergencies or service disruptions and assist as needed.
• Evacuate passengers safely in emergencies and guide to alternate services.
• Oversee fare handling and monitor farebox equipment if used.
• Maintain knowledge of Bi-State system to provide routine information.

Skills

Oral communication

Reading manuals

Written incident reporting

Education

CDL (Class A or B) with Passenger endorsement

Job description

• Join a company committed to making a positive impact in the community
• Enjoy comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage starting on your first day
• Earn 4 weeks of paid time off (PTO) each year
• Take advantage of 10 paid holidays annually — plus a floating holiday to celebrate your birthday
• Contribute to our company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan
• Access supplemental benefits through Unum, including off-the-job accident, critical illness, whole life, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Participate in our wellness program, which includes free health screenings
• Use our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support and resources
• Bi-State Development is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Get exclusive gym discounts at Club Fitness, The Edge Fitness Clubs, and OneLife Fitness at Ballpark Village
• Work out anytime at one of our nine onsite gyms, available 24/7
• Enjoy free MetroLink and MetroBus access
• Save with discounted cell phone plans

Let us support your well-being and professional growth while making a difference!

Job Summary

Operates Agency trains consisting of light rail vehicles(LRV’s), assuming responsibility for the safety of Agency customers andequipment; provides routine vehicle inspections to ensure proper operation(such as a pre-trip radio check, lamp test, cycling of doors, mirroradjustment and check of destination signs, etc.). Communicates appropriate information tocustomers, TSM and others designated to receive such information. Answers inquiries from customers andothers. Activates switches to ensureproper routing. Works following Agency transportation guidelines, operatingrules and procedures.

Job Responsibilities

• Inspects, prepares for operation and/or reports vehicle defects found during routine vehicle inspection, to ensure safe and serviceable conditions. Reports these problems or defects to the appropriate authority.
• Operates LRV in revenue service in a safe manner in accordance with operating rules and procedures, maintaining appropriate speed and distance from preceding vehicles, boards and deboards passengers. Makes and brakes up train consists; operates trains in non-revenue service on line and in yards and shops, through car washer and during maintenance, testing and inspections. Operates switches through controls or manually; performs operations necessary to restore movement by trouble-shooting problem conditions. Trains other employees in LRV operations.
• Answers customer inquiries and maintains a courteous and friendly demeanor with all customers. Announces all special and station stops; provides proper information to customers requesting same; makes special announcements as requested.
• Notifies Central Control of any emergency situations on or near right-of-way (ROW) or of service disruption, requesting appropriate additional instruction or assistance as required.
• Communicates to customers and the Operations Control Center appropriate information in the event of a need to evacuate an LRV or train and then oversees the safe and orderly evacuation of the vehicle(s). Endeavors to control such an evacuation and safeguard customers in accordance with prescribed emergency procedures.
• Issues emergency transfers and guides/assists customers to alternate bus service in the event of a service disruption. Performs flagging duties during emergency situations such as collisions, derailments or vehicle breakdowns.
• Activates switches, electrically or manually, as circumstances may warrant, ensuring correct routing.
• May oversee or verify proper payment of fares. If fareboxes are utilized, operates and monitors registering farebox equipment and records any or all passengers and revenue information relative to the farebox.
• Maintains knowledge of Bi-State bus and light rail system in order to provide routine information and direction to our customers.
• Produces written reports of witnessed incidents as well as accidents, incidents and unusual conditions in which there has been direct or indirect involvement or that affect the movement of trains or the condition of Agency property.
• Operates LRV’s through vehicle washing machinery and to proper location in the yard; closes windows prior to entering wash area; opens and closes vehicle windows as required for customer comfort.
• Notifies and turns in to proper authority all lost articles found on the LRV.
• Reports observed defects and unsafe conditionsregarding tracks, switches and related equipment while operating LRV’s, andother conditions that may affect the safe movement of trains.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate orally with customers and supervisor; ability to read and understand training materials, operating manuals and operating and safety rules directives; ability to prepare clear written reports of incidents and accidents.
• Maintain good customer relations.
• No more than one (1) preventable accident in the twenty-four (24) months immediately preceding bid on LRV Operator.
• Possession of a current valid Commercial Drivers’ License. (Class A or B w/ Passenger endorsement and no Airbrake Restrictions)
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of job.
  Successful completion of training program andpost-training qualification period.

To comply with Section 64 of theCollective Bargaining Agreement, selected employees will not be able towithdraw after 10 workdays following the start of training. Any LRV operator who voluntarily withdrawsfrom LRV Operator training will not be eligible for LRV Operator training for a period of two (2) years. Any LRVOperator who voluntarily withdraws from LRV Training for a second or subsequenttimes will not be allowed to bid on LRV positions for a period of five (5)years following each withdrawal. Employees who successfully pass the training will be awarded LRVOperator jobs in the order of their seniority as vacancies occur.

The top rate of an LRV Operator is thetop rate of a Bus Operator, plus $.75. During the training, employees will retain their current hourly rate ofpay.

This position will be filled internally subject to therequirements and procedures established for acceptance of bids on particularjobs as set out in the collective bargaining agreement.

Compensation

23.60 - 23.60 (Annually)

Employment Type

Full Time

Location

Saint Clair Yards And Shops (Ill)

Experience

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Bi-State Development is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation Disclosure

Bi-State Development is committed to ensuring all employees are compensated fairly. The salary range provided reflects our current expectations for this position.