PATH Locomotive Engineer Switching/ Extra Engineer Switching (EES) Trainee

Port Authority of NY & NJ•Various NY/NJ PA Locations, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) Corporation is looking for Engineers (EES) to join their team! Come be a part of a critical transit link that keeps the region moving! The Locomotive Engineer Trainee, also known as the Extra Engineer/Switching (EES) reports to and receives instructions from the Trainmaster, Assistant Trainmaster, Operations Examiner and Train Dispatcher/Terminal Supervisor. The Locomotive Engineer Trainee/EES is responsible for the safety, regularity, and proper care of the assigned train. This job is a precursor to the training and final qualifications for Locomotive Engineer. As a Locomotive Engineer for the PATH Corporation, Engineers are responsible for operating their trains in compliance with the Federal Railroad Administration and PATH operating rules and posted schedules. Locomotive Engineer Trainees/EES are required to work at various locations in NJ and NY and works rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. Locomotive Engineer Trainees enter a Training Program that requires satisfactory performance as well as regular and routine attendance; absence from Training Program or unsatisfactory performance may result in removal from the Training Program.

Requirements

High School or Equivalency Diploma or GED Equivalent.
Two (2) years of relevant work experience in transportation operations (commercial bus driver, truck driver, subway/train operator, commercial pilot, or heavy equipment operator), or in mechanical, diesel, automotive, electrical, or technical fields; or Relevant internship experience or industry certification in one of the above areas may be considered in lieu of work experience.
Knowledge of mechanical systems and basic maintenance tasks.
Availability to work various shift schedules (can be up to 12 hours) including weekends, holidays, overnight and overtime shifts.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate with dispatchers, crew member and the control center via radio or other communication devices.
Ability to effectively and accurately understand, interpret, reference, evaluate, technical and non-technical information.
Ability to become and remain FRA/PATH compliant as it relates to the requirements of 49 CFR Part 240 and of operating rules.
Ability to perform continuous physical tasks for extended periods of time.
Ability to safely and efficiently work, stand and walk on uneven ground and/or climbing on/off equipment in varying conditions.
Eligibility to receive a Locomotive Engineer Certification, pursuant to C.F.R. Part 240.
Successfully pass the required pre-employment requirements, which include: medical exams, including Hearing & Vision exams and assessment for the risk of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (“OSA”) interview panel, practical evaluation/physical agility test, background check, and drug/alcohol screening.
Must be available to work various shift schedules (can be up to 12 hours) including weekends, holidays, overnight and overtime shifts.
Must work safely and efficiently and not cause a threat to the health and safety of self and others.
Commitment to attendance is expected and required.

Nice To Haves

A certification in locomotive engineer, conductor, tower operator, dispatcher or other railroad certified position.
Work experience demonstrating skills in clear and effective verbal communication.
Ability to read and comprehend written safety rules, procedure and safety manuals, government regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, memos, and other work-related information.
Ability to maintain alertness, awareness, and vigilance at all times.
Ability to work safely and act quickly in responding to emergency and non-emergency situations.
Maintains positive and productive working relationships with co-workers and supervisors.
Demonstrates good communication skills and judgement, competence, good work ethic, integrity, attendance, and a positive attitude.
Military veterans and their spouses.

Responsibilities

Operating trains in compliance with the Federal Railroad Administration and PATH operating rules and posted schedules.
Ensuring the safety, regularity, and proper care of the assigned train.
Working at various locations in NJ and NY.
Working rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Satisfactory performance and regular attendance in the Training Program.
Communicating with dispatchers, crew members, and the control center via radio or other communication devices.
Effectively and accurately understanding, interpreting, and referencing technical and non-technical information.
Becoming and remaining FRA/PATH compliant as it relates to the requirements of 49 CFR Part 240 and of operating rules.
Working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, in, on and around moving heavy equipment.
Working safely and efficiently and not causing a threat to the health and safety of self and others.
Performing continuous physical tasks for extended periods of time.
Safely and efficiently working, standing, and walking on uneven ground and/or climbing on/off equipment in varying conditions.
Undergoing required pre-employment requirements, including medical exams, interview panel, practical evaluation/physical agility test, background check, and drug/alcohol screening.
Undergoing a comprehensive background check which includes a review of previous DOT-regulated employment and driver’s license history and medical examination.
Undergoing drug and alcohol tests pursuant to Federal requirements, which include pre-employment, random, post-accident/incident, and reasonable suspicion tests.