Rail Operator Trainee: Safe, Customer-Facing Train Work

1 Utah Transit Authority; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Free transit passes

Retirement plan

Life/AD&D insurance

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Utah Transit Authority (UTA) is seeking operators to run trains on mainline or yard tracks, perform safety checks, and assist customers. You will communicate with Rail Traffic Control, conduct routine inspections, and conduct security sweeps between stations.

The position requires completion of UTA’s training program, at least 21 years of age, and a valid Utah driver’s license with a clean driving record. Training and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Two years in a customer service role.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must have a valid Utah Driver’s License.
• Be a safe driver with no more than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years.
• Able to pass FRA required audiometric and colorblind tests; DOT medical card required.

Responsibilities

• Operate UTA trains on mainline or yard tracks, following UTA and Federal guidelines.
• Perform routine vehicle inspections and communicate with Rail Traffic Control and customers.
• Walk train cars for security sweeps, assist passengers, and answer questions; occasionally operate track switches.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Safety awareness

Job description

Utah Transit Authority (UTA) is seeking operators to run trains on mainline or yard tracks, perform safety checks, and assist customers. You will communicate with Rail Traffic Control, conduct routine inspections, and conduct security sweeps between stations.

The position requires completion of UTA’s training program, at least 21 years of age, and a valid Utah driver’s license with a clean driving record. Training and benefits are provided.