Train Engineer- CRT (Trainee)-1

Please complete the application in its entirety. Include all previous employment so that it may be taken into consideration. Please include a resume attachment with submittal of your application. Resume should document months and years with your dates of employment. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received before the closing date and time listed.

At Regional Transportation District (RTD), We make lives better through connections!

When you join RTD, you will be among dedicated employees exhibiting RTD's values of passion, respect, diversity, trustworthiness, collaboration, and ownership. RTD is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. As part of our diversity value statement, we encourage our employees to honor diversity in thought, people, and experience. Come join RTD on this great journey to be the trusted leader in mobility, delivering excellence and value to our customers and community.

RTD Employee Benefits: https://www.rtd-denver.com/careers/benefits

(RTD Represented Employee Benefits: Please refer to the Labor Agreement included in the above link for details.)

This position involves performing all duties and responsibilities associated with the operations of RTD Commuter Rail Vehicles (CRV) in a safe, courteous, and efficient manner. The Regional Transportation District Commuter Rail (RTDC) corridors are FRA regulated. This position is a dual-certified thereby consolidating responsibilities of FRA Certified Locomotive Engineer and Conductor. Responsibilities include but are not limited to routine operations, special operations, coordination with security personnel in evacuation efforts during times of emergency, making public address announcements in emergency situations, and exercising prudent judgment under a variety of conditions which may occur during a given tour of duty.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to the rules and regulation of the Federal Drug and Alcohol policy.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducts self in an appropriate manner as a representative of RTD, uses sound judgement at all times, works safely on the job, respects co-workers and assures the quality of services to all customers both internal and external.
• Operates CRV in a safe and efficient manner according to all Regional Transportation District Commuter Rail (RTDC) Operating Rules, timetable, policies and regulations applicable to the job
• Accept responsibility for the safety and security of all passengers and crew members.
• Provide customer service to all passengers upon request or as needed.
• Reports unusual occurrences including but not limited to CRV and wayside equipment to the N Line Dispatcher and follows all traffic, safety, emergency and standard rules and operating procedure.
• When required, alters CRV consist size to address the operating conditions in accordance with RTDC Operating Rules.
• Performs visual inspection of CRV before beginning revenue service. Performs all required inspections, tests, procedures and completes all required paperwork. Identifies and documents equipment defects on the Daily Equipment Inspection Report.
• Manually operates track switches and other wayside equipment in accordance with the RTDC Operating rules. Performs switching assignments as requested in cooperation with other departments.
• Diagnoses equipment malfunctions and restores situation to normalcy with support from maintenance of equipment personnel.
• Uses radio communication equipment in accordance with RTDC Operating Rules to monitor track conditions, signals, and displays.
• Provides customer service information in a courteous manner and ensures trains are on time to avoid passenger delays.
• Completes accident and incident reports accurately at the end of scheduled shift.
• The employee can be depended on to report to work at the scheduled time and is in strict compliance to job attendance and reporting policy.
• Initiate the performance of a job briefing with all affected persons.
• Must wear the required uniform and protective equipment in the performance of duties.
• Must be able to react calmly and effectively in emergency and life-threatening situations.
• The essential duties and responsibilities contained herein describe the scope of this position but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.

OTHER:

• All job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least twenty-one years of age.
• Prior railroad operating experience and work history that demonstrates the ability to maintain alertness, awareness and vigilance, as well as clear, effective verbal communication skills in the performance of work is preferred.
• The final job offer is contingent upon; successfully passing the two (2) month training program comprised of classroom and field work to obtain the Certified Locomotive Engineer and Conductor license in pursuant to 49 CFR Part 240/242 to operate the CRV, and passing the territory training test to get qualified to operate the CRV on the N Line territory.
• In accordance with FRA regulations, applicant driver’s license must provide a certified copy of motor vehicle driving record and must be void of any drug and alcohol violations within the previous 36 months.
• In accordance with the FRA regulations, previous railroad service record for the covered services must be void of any drug and alcohol violations within the previous 24 months.
• Ability to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination by obtaining a DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate for a minimum of a two year qualifying period
• The ability to maintain a current DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate thereafter. Medical Examiner must have a National Registry number.
• Ability to pass a Physical Ability Assessment (PAA) related to the physical requirements of the essential functions of the job.
• Ability to obtain and retain a thorough understanding of all the RTDC operating rules and procedures which are in effect.
• Ability to use prudent judgment and common sense in making quick, safe decisions with minimal supervision and adapt to constantly changing operating environments.
• 2 years of customer service experience demonstrating the ability to create a welcoming experience, making connections with customers through friendly and genuine conversation throughout each interaction, engaging customers with open ended questions about their customer service experience while leveraging their answer to tailor responses.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to maintain professional composure while under stress and pressure.
• Ability to be re-certified periodically on the RTDC operating rules based on federally required performance and knowledge tests.
• Ability to maintain a high performance level of dependability, reliability and safety.
• Ability to work unusual hours, split shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required

OR

An equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Demonstrated physical ability to perform job duties to include: throwing rail switches, accessing and operating CRV, operating accessibility ramp, coupling/uncoupling CRVs, and raising/lowering CRV pantograph.
• Demonstrated ability to push/pull up to 125 pounds and lift/carry up to 60 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to walk on track ballast, on uneven ground, sit for an extended period of time, and work in various outdoor weather.

Pay Range:

$28.89 Hourly

EEO POLICY AND ADA ACCOMMODATIONS 

RTD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless to the race, sex, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. RTD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, promotions, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to our Employment ADA Coordinator Kris Frazier at [email protected], or the Talent Acquisition team [email protected].

To learn more or see our EEO policy, please visit our EEO page at: https://www.rtd-denver.com/open-records/reports-and-policies/eeo-policy

RTD posts a compensation range that represents a good faith estimate of what RTD anticipates paying for the position at the time of posting.  Starting salary is based on the candidate’s relevant and verified education, training and work experience.  Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application.