Train Dispatcher Trainee - Chicago, United States - Metra
Description
Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties.
The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient service.
Transportation is responsible for providing safe, efficient and dependable transportation to commuters on all Metra-operated lines: Milwaukee North and West, Rock Island, Metra Electric, SouthWest Service, North Central Service and Heritage Corridor and those lines operating under purchase of service agreements: BNSF and Union Pacific.
Job Requirements
- Must possess a minimum of one year experience within the last ten years working as a control operator, yardmaster, train dispatcher, engineer, conductor, trainmaster, air traffic controller, maritime dispatcher, power station load dispatcher or other similar position in a transportation related field requiring critical thinking and decision making skills in a stressful environment.
- Required to pass the General Code of Operating Rules and Train Dispatcher and Control Operator Rules prior to completing the training period.
- Be able to work with minimum supervision and have the ability to make decisions under stressful circumstances.
- Good communication skills and good color vision are required.
- Must be available for all shifts including holidays, weekends and short notice calls.
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