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Parsons

Rail & Transit Technical Director

$176K - $332K/yr

Develop and maintain strong relationships with transit agencies, rail operators, contractors, technology providers, and industry partners. * Serve as a senior leader for major pursuits, including ...

Kimley-Horn

Experienced Civil EIT - Transit

Seattle, WA · On-site

$90K - $125K/yr

Light Rail Transit (LRT) projects * Tasks will include concept development, final design, schedule development, and cost estimating * Has an entrepreneurial spirit, creating a vision for growth in ...

Kimley-Horn

Experienced Civil EIT - Transit

Seattle, WA · On-site

$90K - $125K/yr

Light Rail Transit (LRT) projects * Tasks will include concept development, final design, schedule development, and cost estimating * Has an entrepreneurial spirit, creating a vision for growth in ...

King County, WA

Rail Technical Trainer I

Seattle, WA · On-site

$88K - $126K/yr

As Puget Sound transit agencies work together to build a seamless, connected system, our light rail ... Participate in all aspects of rail training for Light Rail Operators. * Develop, implement, and ...

King County

Rail Technical Trainer I

Seattle, WA

$88K - $126K/yr

As Puget Sound transit agencies work together to build a seamless, connected system, our light rail ... Participate in all aspects of rail training for Light Rail Operators. Develop, implement, and ...

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How do you become a light rail transit operator?

To become a light rail transit operator, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and a clean driving record. They must complete specialized training on operating light rail vehicles, which includes safety procedures, operational protocols, and sometimes certification or licensing requirements set by transit agencies. Additionally, candidates often undergo background checks and drug testing before starting the job.

How much do light rail transit operators make?

Light rail transit operators typically earn an average annual salary of around $50,000 to $60,000, depending on experience, location, and union agreements. They often work full-time shifts that include evenings, weekends, and holidays, and may require certification or training in safety and operation procedures.

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Light Rail Vehicle Operator Training

East Saint Louis, IL

Bi-State Development
Civic and Social Organizations • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$20.50 - $25.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Inspects, prepares for operation, and reports vehicle defects to ensure safe and serviceable conditions.

  • Operates light rail vehicles in revenue and non-revenue service following safety and operating procedures, including making train consists and troubleshooting issues.

  • Answers customer inquiries, communicates station and special stop information, and manages emergency situations and service disruptions.

Bi-State Development rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Operates Agency trains consisting of light rail vehicles (LRV's), assuming responsibility for the safety of Agency customers and equipment; performs routine vehicle inspections to ensure proper operation (such as a pre-trip radio check, lamp test, cycling of doors, mirror adjustment and check of destination signs, etc.).  Communicates appropriate information to customers, TSM and others designated to receive such information.  Answers inquiries from customers and others.  Activates switches to ensure proper routing. Works following Agency transportation guidelines, operating rules 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.

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