Train Operator (Full-Time/External)
About The Position
Metro’s mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County. This position is open to all non-current Metro Bus Operators. Existing Metro Bus Operators, please refer to your management team for information regarding Train Operator opportunities. Under close supervision, operates Metro's public transit trains to transport passengers. Train Operator (Full/Time-External) works a minimum of forty (40) hours per work week. This classification is for external hires only and will not be eligible for semi-annual bidding of open assignments at Bus Divisions.
Requirements
- A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis.
- Two years of relevant Bus and/or Rail Operator experience for part-time positions or one year of relevant Bus and/or Rail Operator experience for full-time positions
- Valid California Class B/P Driver License
- Minimum of 21 years of age
- Must have a good driving record for the past 5 years
- Must have normal color vision
- Have no fear of heights
- Must walk long distances for assistance when necessary
- Must pass a comprehensive physical agility test
- Knowledge of State and local traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations involved in the operation of rail transit vehicles
- Knowledge of Rail vehicle safety rules and regulations
- Knowledge of Basic time concepts
- Skill in Operating Metro rail vehicles and equipment safely and efficiently
- Skill in Operating technical equipment
- Skill in Reading switches
- Skill in Recognizing and correcting problems with equipment
- Skill in Exercising sound judgment in decision making and stressful situations
- Skill in Communicating courteously and effectively with people
- Ability to Memorize signs, signals, and terminology used for rail transit
- Ability to Evacuate passengers and escort them to safety
- Ability to Work independently in a highly time-structured environment
- Ability to Understand and follow detailed oral and written instructions
- Ability to Decipher and successfully encounter potential hazards on train, tracks, or stations
- Ability to Perceive track alterations from a great distance
- Ability to Read, write, speak, and understand English
- Ability to Lift up to 35 pounds
Responsibilities
- Operates light and heavy rail train equipment to transport passengers
- Informs controller personnel of operating status of equipment
- Performs pre-pull-out inspection of train and track for safety reasons and reports any operational problems
- Repairs and adjusts equipment as necessary to ensure that the train is in safe operating condition
- Moves debris or articles from the track when necessary
- Receives and transmits two-way radio messages to report pull-out and track changes and request clearance for movement
- Refers to route maps, time schedules, and instructions for alternate routes
- Effectively communicates with the public and other employees
- Informs passengers of emergencies or rule violations by loudspeaker or personally if on loading platform; evacuates passengers and escorts them to safety as necessary
- Instructs student trainees and regular operators learning specific rail line routes
- Writes reports and completes forms
- Provides excellent customer service
Benefits
- Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
- Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out out
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
