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We offer unmatched benefits and competitive wages in a stimulating and rewarding environment.\n.\nHourly Wage: $23.00\nEssential Job Functions:\n(Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor to limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.)\nEnsures to the highest quality and agency’s safety standards, policies and rules are followed.\nEnsures quality and safety are included in all aspects of your responsibility.\nInspects, prepares for operation and/or reports vehicle defects found during routine vehicle inspection, to ensure safe and serviceable conditions. Reports these problems or defects to the Operation Control Center (OCC).\nOperates LRV in revenue service in a safe manner in accordance with operating rules and procedures, maintaining appropriate speed and distance from preceding vehicles, boards and alights passengers.\nMakes and brakes up train consist; operates trains in non-revenue service on main line.\nOperates switches through controls or manually; performs operations necessary to restore movement by trouble-shooting problem conditions. \nAnswers customer inquiries and maintains a courteous and friendly demeanor with all HRT customers.\nAnnounces all special and station stops; provides proper information to customers requesting it; makes special announcements as requested.\nNotifies OCC of any emergency situation on or near right-of-way (ROW) or of service disruption, requesting appropriate additional instruction or assistance as required.\nCommunicates to customers and OCC appropriate information in the event of a need to evacuate an LRV or train and then oversees the safe and orderly evacuation of the vehicle(s). \nGuides and assists customers to access alternate bus service in the event of a service disruption. Performs flagging duties during emergency situations, such as collisions, derailments or vehicle breakdowns.\nActivates switches, electrically or manually, as circumstances may warrant, ensuring correct routing.\nMaintains knowledge of HRT bus and light rail system in order to provide routine information and direction to our customers.\nProduces written reports of witnessed incidents as well as accidents, incidents, and unusual conditions in which there has been direct or indirect involvement or that affect the movement of trains or the condition of Agency property.\nReports observed defects and unsafe conditions regarding tracks, switches and related equipment while operating LRV’s, and other conditions that may affect the safe movement of trains.\nManage records created and received in compliance with the Hampton Roads Transit Records Management Policies and Procedures.\nRequired Knowledge, Abilities and Skills essential to Job Functions:\nMust be able pass LRV Operator training pre-screening quiz with 85% or higher.\nMust be able pass all quiz/test associated with LRV Operator training course with 85% or higher with 100% on signal test and re-qualify as directed.\nMust be able to secure and maintain a Virginia Commercial Drivers License.\nAbility to learn the HRT’s Transit System, including the, safety regulations and guidelines; train and bus service schedules and fare structures.\nAbility to maintain an effective working relationship with Controller/Dispatcher & Supervisor.\nAbility to learn troubleshooting of HRT’s Light Rail Vehicles.\nAbility to communicate orally with customers and supervisor.\nAbility to complete 90 working day probation period plus 7-week training.\nAbility to read and understand training materials, operating manuals and operating and safety rules directives.\nAbility to prepare clear written reports of incidents and accidents.\nAbility to maintain good customer relations.\nNo more than one (1) preventable accident in the twelve (12) months immediately preceding bid on LRV Operator.\nRequired Software Knowledge and Skills essential to Job 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:\nSafety Responsibility:\nPerform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect one’s self, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures and policies. Take an active part in reporting unsafe conditions and any hazards within the workplace to their Supervisor, Manager and/or the Safety Department.\nQualifications:\nTraining and/or Education:\nGraduation from high school or GED\nRequired Experience:\nInternal candidates must be full time bus operator with one-year experience, or full time HRT employee with a minimum of two years of previous transportation experience and have successfully passed the probationary period.\nIn order to be eligible, the Operator must have the following:\nNo more than two (2) miss-outs or unexcused absences within the last six (6) months;\nNo corrective/disciplinary actions issued for violations of rules and procedures in the last twelve (12) months;\nA good driving record that meets HRT's standards;\nNo preventable accidents or safety violations during the previous twenty-four (24) month period;\nNo valid passenger complaints within the previous twelve (12) months;\nNot be out of work for thirty-five (35) consecutive days or more within a twelve-month period (with the exception of excused absences); and\nMust successfully pass the written assessment and physical agility assessment for Rail Operator.\nExternal candidates must have a minimum of 2 years transportation experience.\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:\n· Must be able to pass essential function test conducted by HRT Rail Operations.\n· No more than three points against DMV driving record.\n· Upon management direction and when assigned, all Operators are required to mentor and assist in training Student Operators.\n· When assigned students, Operators are required to monitor and supervise the student activities throughout their entire shift.\nAbility to pass DOT physical examination.\nAbility to meet night vision requirements.\nThis position is classified as essential personnel.\nFMLA Status\nNon-exempt\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. The demands include balancing, eye-hand coordination, gripping, lifting, stooping, squatting, walking, carry object (20 lb.), lift (80) lbs., push/pull, reaching and communication. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work involves 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. Work involves meeting multiple demands on a timely basis. Duties may require working weekends and Holidays.\n.\n.\nNon-Exempt.\nHRT is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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