Locomotive Engineer

Metropolitan Transportation Authority•Staten Island, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Locomotive Engineer Training Program prepares candidates for the position of Locomotive Engineer, the person responsible for the safe movement of trains and passengers under all operating conditions. A Locomotive Engineer must be knowledgeable in all operating rules, special instructions, physical characteristics of the entire railroad, air brake and equipment of all types of locomotives to include both diesel and multiple unit (electric), and competent at road troubleshooting of all equipment. An Engineer must be able to safely operate diesel and multiple unit trains. The Locomotive Engineer Training Program, with its emphasis on rules, physical characteristics, mechanical operations, and train handling, is one of the most demanding and rewarding programs offered by the Railway. Candidates must qualify in all aspects of the job title (Passenger Service, Switching Crew, Work Trains).

Requirements

Valid high school diploma or GED equivalent.
Three (3) years of full-time satisfactory work experience related to customer service (1 year of college can be substituted for up to 1 year of work experience).
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to understand and speak English over radio communications.
Ability to remember information, such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
Punctual with good time management skills.
Ability to maintain attentiveness and concentrate on a task for an extended period without being distracted.
Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to situations (i.e., signals, alarms, emergency situations).
Safety conscious.
Ability to respond to visual signals including distinguishing-colored lights.
Pass respective examinations related to their craft, including Roadway Worker Protection (RWP), Book of Rules, Conductor exams etc.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of SIR operating and safety rules.
Ability to anticipate and analyze problems and take appropriate corrective actions.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Experience in a customer service setting.
Experience working in a safety sensitive position.
Transportation or Operations related experience.

Responsibilities

Safe movement of trains and passengers under all operating conditions.
Knowledgeable in all operating rules, special instructions, and physical characteristics of the entire railroad.
Knowledgeable in air brake and equipment of all types of locomotives (diesel and multiple unit electric).
Competent at road troubleshooting of all equipment.
Safely operate diesel and multiple unit trains.
Qualify in Passenger Service, Switching Crew, and Work Trains.