Rail Operator Trainee

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Job Description

Operate Light Rail Vehicles (LRV) safely and efficiently, adhering to agency standards and procedures. Inspect vehicles for defects, report issues, and troubleshoot problems. Assist passengers, provide information, and manage emergency situations. Maintain knowledge of the transit system and produce incident reports.

Hard Requirements

• Pass LRV Operator training pre-screening quiz with 85% or higher
• Pass all LRV Operator training quizzes/tests with 85% or higher (100% on signal test)
• Secure and maintain a Virginia Commercial Drivers License (CDL Class B with air brake and passenger endorsements)
• Ability to learn HRT's Transit System, safety regulations, schedules, and fare structures
• Ability to learn troubleshooting of HRT's Light Rail Vehicles
• Ability to communicate orally with customers and supervisor
• Complete 90-day probation and 7-week training
• Read and understand training materials, manuals, and rules
• Prepare clear written reports of incidents and accidents
• No more than one preventable accident in the last 12 months (for internal bids)
• Proficiency in computer systems
• High school diploma or GED
• Internal candidates: 1 year as full-time bus operator or 2 years HRT transportation experience with passed probation
• Internal candidates: No more than two miss-outs/absences in last 6 months
• Internal candidates: No corrective/disciplinary actions in last 12 months
• Internal candidates: Good driving record meeting HRT standards
• Internal candidates: No preventable accidents/safety violations in previous 24 months
• Internal candidates: No valid passenger complaints in previous 12 months
• Internal candidates: Not out of work for 35 consecutive days (unless excused)
• External candidates: Minimum 2 years transportation experience
• Ability to pass DOT physical examination
• Ability to meet night vision requirements
• Pass essential function test
• No more than three points against DMV driving record
• Ability to balance, use eye-hand coordination, grip, lift (up to 80 lbs), stoop, squat, walk, carry (20 lbs), push/pull, reach

Soft Requirements

• Customer service oriented
• Energetic
• Ability to maintain good customer relations
• Ability to mentor and assist in training Student Operators