Train Starter - Orient Heights, United States - Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority

Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority

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Orient Heights, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Salary
- $111,280.00 Annually
Location

Orient Heights Station
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number

Department

MBTA
Heavy Rail Transportation
Area
114Blue Line Transportation
Opening Date
05/08/2024
Closing Date
5/22/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Union Affiliation
ALL Alliance
Safety SensitiveEssential Classification (Emergency Staff)*
Yes; this position is classified as essential. Employees in this role are required to report to work for their assigned work hours or as directed by supervisory personnel during declared States of Emergency.
On-Call or 24/7
Yes; this position is classified as oncall or 24/7. Employees in this role must be available to respond to page / text / call and report to work as directed by supervisory personnel.

At the MBTA, we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system. Our mission is to serve the public by providing safe, reliable, and accessible transportation.

MBTA's core values are built around safety, service, equity, and sustainability and each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision, mission, and values.

This includes attendance, participation, and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed.

Job Summary:

The Train Starter (Blue Line) will monitor ongoing operations including, but not limited to, assuring that transportation services are provided according to the schedule and implement corrective action when unanticipated delays or emergencies prevent adherence to schedule.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Assure that appropriate headways are maintained and overall performance standards are achieved.
Supervise the operations of the RTL service to ensure compliance with the proper procedure(s).
Supervise the performance of transportation personnel and documenting violation(s) with respect to compliance with safety, traffic and operating rules. Familiarity with the MBTA's Safety Plan as well as the position's outlined responsibilities.
Assign staff and adjust runs as indicated by monitoring current performance.
Maintain and monitor payroll and performance records.
Enforce the Authority's Drug and Alcohol Policy.
Authorize overtime work within the budget limits and collective bargaining agreements.
Perform the duties of the District Supervisor during late evening or weekend shifts during his/her absence to ensure sufficient staffing for respective areas of operations.
Cooperate with Dispatchers in making schedule and routine decisions and implement corrective action in all emergency situations.
Respond to each inquiry, whether from a customer, vendor or coworker in a courteous and professional manner.
Work any and all shifts and/or locations as assigned or directed.
Respond or report to work as directed by supervisory personnel for emergencies, extreme weather conditions, or any other abnormal conditions that impair service or the safety of service, twentyfour (24) hours per day, seven (7) days a week.
Uphold the rights and interests of the Authority while building and maintaining an effective relationship with employees.
Perform related duties and projects as assigned.
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and complexity of the work being performed by staff assigned to this job and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities required of staff assigned to this position. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent from an accredited Institution with the ability to comprehend, communicate and respond to instructions, orders, signs, notices, inquiries, etc. in English.
Three (3) years experience in RTL Operations.
Current fulltime transportation employee whose rating station is the Blue Line and holds a current rating as a performed Motor Person, Yard Motor Person, Inspector, or Chief Inspector.
The ability to pass: background check screenings, a Criminal Offended Record Information (CORI) check, and the MBTA's medical requirements, including a physical examination and drug and alcohol screen.
Have excellent customer service and conflict resolution skills.
The ability to provide internal and external customers with a courteous and professional experience.
Ability to work all shifts and / or locations assigned, directed, or necessary for this position, including (for some transit / operations roles) up to twentyfour (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week as necessary to accommodate severe weather conditions, emergencies, or any other circumstances that may potentially impact service or the saf