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Metro Transit

Fare Collection Revenue Asst

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$80K - $80K/yr

Work out anytime at one of our nine onsite gyms, available 24/7 * Enjoy free MetroLink and MetroBus access * Save with discounted cell phone plans Let us support your well-being and professional ...

Alstom

Locomotive Engineer - Arrow Line

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

We are looking for a Locomotive Engineers on Metrolink's Arrow Service for our San Bernadino Transit Center or outlying points .Could you be the full-time Locomotive Engineer we are looking for? In ...

Chestnut Health Systems

IL · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Responsibilities Work on a MetroLink train or transfer station in Illinois or Missouri. Collaborate with MetroLink Ambassadors, Metro Transit Security, and local law enforcement. Engage riders in ...

Consertus, Inc.

Contract Administrator

Pomona, CA · Hybrid

$104K - $145K/yr

This role will help manage Metrolink's prime contracts, which may involve coordinating with subconsultants when needed. The Contract Administrator will also assist with reviewing and approving ...

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How much do metrolink jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for metrolink in the United States is $123,392.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $149,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is Metrolink?

Metrolink is a commuter rail system serving Southern California, connecting major cities and communities across six counties, including Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura, and San Diego. It provides a reliable and convenient transportation option for daily commuters, helping to reduce highway congestion and improve air quality. Metrolink trains are equipped with amenities such as free Wi-Fi, comfortable seating, and bicycle storage, making them a practical choice for both work and leisure travel. The service operates on multiple lines and offers connections to local transit systems, making it easier for passengers to reach their final destinations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Metrolink train operator?

To thrive as a Metrolink Train Operator, you typically need a high school diploma or GED, strong mechanical aptitude, and completion of formal operator training with necessary certifications. Familiarity with train control systems, safety protocols, and communication tools is essential. Attention to detail, calmness under pressure, and excellent communication skills help operators ensure safe and timely service. These capabilities are vital for maintaining passenger safety, adhering to schedules, and responding effectively to emergencies or operational challenges.

What are some typical challenges faced by Metrolink train conductors and how can new hires prepare for them?

Metrolink train conductors often face challenges such as managing tight schedules, ensuring passenger safety, and responding to unexpected situations like service delays or emergencies. New hires can prepare by familiarizing themselves with safety protocols, effective communication skills, and staying flexible under pressure. Working closely with engineers, dispatchers, and customer service teams is essential for smooth operations and delivering a positive passenger experience.

What is the difference between Metrolink vs Train Conductor?

AspectMetrolinkTrain Conductor
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, safety training, sometimes certificationsHigh school diploma, safety and operational training, certifications often required
Work EnvironmentCommuter rail systems, stations, onboard trainsOnboard trains, stations, customer service settings
Employer & IndustryPublic transit agencies, regional rail servicesRailroads, transit agencies, passenger rail services
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both Metrolink operators and train conductors work in passenger rail environments, requiring similar certifications and safety training. While Metrolink primarily refers to regional commuter rail services, train conductors are employed across various rail companies. The roles overlap in customer service, safety, and operational duties, making them closely related in the transit industry.

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Infographic showing various Metrolink job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 10% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 82% Physical, 17% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,392 per year, or $59.3 per hour.

Metrolink Mechanic

Bi-State Development (BSD)

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

$33.95 - $35.69/hr

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Re-posted 19 days ago

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6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

794th of 849 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

  • Duties include performing preventative and corrective maintenance through inspecting, servicing, calibrating, aligning, repairing, truing wheels, and diagnosis of all systems and subsystems of the LRV. Such systems and subsystems include such elements as the following: high and/or low voltage electrical and mechanical systems such as propulsion, printed circuit boards, amplifiers, logic gates, operation of thyristor, various applications of capacitors, relay switches and logic, static converter, motors, air brakes, compressors, HVAC, trucks, wheels, axles, and other LRV systems to ensure optimum operating efficiency consistent with design and management of requirements.

  • Conducts routine inspection for major repairs, overhaul and preventive maintenance.

  • Uses and operates various types of equipment including hand tools, power tools, measuring tools, diagnostic test equipment such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, wheel truing machines, wheel/axle press, tire press, fixtures, cranes, and any other specialized test or maintenance equipment necessary for the maintenance and repair of the light rail vehicles.

  • Maintains up-to-date knowledge of electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and mechanical principles as applied to LRV equipment and interprets technical publications, blueprints, source code manuals, wiring and circuit diagrams, etc. so as to be able to determine the cause of LRV problems and to make corrective repairs.

  • Responsible for completing thorough equipment reports and records.

  • Solves unusual and complex equipment malfunctions; performs necessary repairs.

  • Operates special equipment not limited to re-railing equipment and portable jacks and other related duties as required.

  • Upon successful completion of a limited operations examination, Electromechanic will move LRVs in the yard(s) and shop(s) necessary for maintenance and train make-up, etc. Such movements will require the operation of switches either manually or via control apparatuses.

  • Operates trucks, high rail vehicles and similar equipment; pulls trailers.

  • POSITION REQUIREMENTS

  • Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic theory and principles demonstrated by the successful completion of the qualifying period.

  • Knowledge and understanding of maintenance and repair techniques acquired through experience as a skilled mechanic.

  • Ability to successfully complete comprehensive technical exams administered during the LRV Electromechanic training program.

  • Ability to work under limited supervision.

  • Must maintain required training and certifications (including but not limited to Commercial Driver’s License).DOT physical (if required and not grand-fathered), and essential functions test for the safe operations and maintenance of trains (including tier training certifications, re-rail equipment training, and hi-rail equipment training).

  • Must provide his/her tools.

  • Ability to perform physical requirements of the job.

  • Successful completion of training program and post-training qualification period.

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You should be proficient in:

  • Heavy Equipment Repair
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
  • Electrical Installation
  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • HVAC Service & Installation
  • Industrial Electrical Experience
  • Industrial Electrical Systems
  • Electrical Systems & Diagnostics (Heavy Equipment)
  • Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
  • Electrical Panel Installation
  • Electrical Schematic Reading
  • Equipment Repair & Maintenance
  • Rail Road

Machines & technologies you'll use:

  • Rail Road

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