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We offer unmatched benefits and competitive wages in a stimulating and rewarding environment.\n.\nSalary: $72,000\nThis position is responsible for the day-to-day supervision and direction of all light rail vehicles and track maintenance vehicles. Also, the completion of operating forms/documents as required for HRT Light Rail operations.\nEssential Job Functions:\n(Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor to limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.)\nEnsure that the agency's safety procedures, policies and rules are followed by all HRT employees, non-HRT personnel and visitors that transcend the right-of-way.\n\nApproves monitors and coordinates all maintenance activities along the right-of-way.\n\nDirects the troubleshooting of defective equipment and coordinates the replacement of LRVs with LRV Maintenance.\n\nReport delays and problems promptly and take appropriate actions to correct performance and maintain established schedules.\n\nEnter daily rail activities into various databases, logs and turn-over documents.\n\nDirects, instructs, assigns, and assist Rail Operators in proper rail operating rules and procedures.\n\nDirect all rail vehicle movement along the alignment ROW.\n\nDevelop and implement procedures and schedules to regulate the activities of light rail vehicle operators: assist in the developing and implementing performance standards for light rail operators and evaluate employee productivity and performance against established standards.\n\nPerforms all mark-ups (runs, vacation, holiday, line, extra board).\n\nComplete payroll as needed.\n\nAssist in the preparation of safety procedures, rules, and regulations for light rail operations; participate in emergency situations involving vehicles, equipment and passengers: notify appropriate persons in the event of emergency.\n\nManage records created and received in compliance with the Hampton Roads Transit Records Management Policies and Procedures.\n\nPrepare and/or coordinate with other departments any documentation required in support of the FTA triennial reviews, drug and alcohol audits, independent audits, state audits, EEO Program audit, etc.\n\nPerforms other duties as assigned.\n\nRequired Knowledge, Abilities and Skills essential to lob Functions:\nMust be able pass LRV Operator training course and re-qualify as directed.\n\nMust be able to secure and maintain a Virginia Commercial driver’s License.\n\nAbility to learn the day-to-day operation of HRT's Transit System, including the collective bargaining agreement, safety regulations, and guidelines, train and bus service schedules and fare structures.\n\nAbility to maintain an effective working relationship with operators.\n\nAbility to learn troubleshooting of HRT's Light Rail Vehicles.\n\nAbility to manage several different tasks at the same time while directing train movement.\n\nAbility to evaluate the work of employees, develop procedures, rules and schedules and instruct employees on operation and safety procedures.\n\nMust demonstrate the abilities to navigate train movement in a minimally equipped non-SCADA environment.\n\nAbility to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and while working under pressure.\n\nMust be able to navigate through Microsoft Word, Excel, understand Access as well as general typing skills.\n\nRequired Software Knowledge and Skills essential to lob Functions:\nProficiency in using computer systems and the listed software applications associated with performance of assigned work is essential. Basic problem-solving skills associated with software applications used is expected. Software usage relevant to job duties will be evaluated.\nSoftware applications:\nEmail, Internet, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, HASTUS Management System\nSafety Responsibility:\nPerform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect oneself, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. Ensure all employees and contractors are properly trained and understand all rules, safety policies, and procedures to perform their work functions safely. Promote safety awareness by attending safety committee meetings and adhering to all safety procedures and policies. Actively conduct workplace hazard analyses for all employees to maintain a safe work environment. Encourage employee safety reporting program and communication of hazards to the Safety Department. Responsible for the timely mitigation of all unacceptable and undesirable safety risks. Accountable for safety performance within their functional area and achieving the agency’s safety goals.\nTraining and/or Education:\nPreferred qualifications include the completion of an Associate Degree in Business Management or, Business Administration or related field; experience as a Rail Supervisor, Controller, or Instructor within a light rail system; must successfully demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills and knowledge of all transit operations and activities.\nRequired Experience:\nFour (4) years progressive experience to include at least two (2) years as a Rail Instructor and a combination of: two (2) years as a Dispatcher/Rail Supervisor, or at least (3) years as a Transportation Supervisor or, over (4) years’ experience as an Operator (Rail/Bus) with exceptional work performance and solid management experience to demonstrate leadership capabilities.\nLicenses or Certificates:\nMust have CDL Class B license and/or CDL permit and the ability to acquire within sixty (60) days of employment a valid Virginia CDL Class B license with air brake and passenger endorsements.\nSpecial Requirements:\nAbility to pass DOT physical examination.\n\nMust be able to pass essential function tests conducted by HRT Rail Operations:\nAgility Assessment\n\nWritten Assessment\n\nThis position is classified as essential personnel.\n\nFLSA Status:\nExempt\nPhysical Demands:\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work involves operating or supervising the operation of Light Rail Vehicles their equipment.\nUnusual Demands:\nThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work involves meeting multiple demands on a timely basis. Duties will require working weekends and Holidays.\n.\n.\nExempt.\nHRT is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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