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At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time-and we're looking to hire talented folks with a commitment to excellence to make it all possible.\nGet your career on track as a Locomotive Engineer at NJ TRANSIT!\nAs a Locomotive Engineer, you’ll join the ranks of the most trained and skilled of all rail workforces. You’ll control equipment that is complex and powerful and bear responsibility for the safety of others. Become part of a Rail team that transports over 500,000 passengers a day and starts moving towards a successful and lucrative career. If you’re constantly challenging yourself to do better, then this is the job for you!\nPosition Summary:\nThe Locomotive Engineer (LE) position entails deep knowledge and application of train operating rules and regulations. It involves the operation of locomotives, performing pre-trip inspections and tests, monitoring track conditions during runs, controlling train speed by throttle adjustment and brake application, and ensuring the safety of passengers and equipment. Typically LEs monitor speed, air pressure, battery use, and other instruments to ensure that the locomotive runs smoothly. They observe the track for obstructions, such as fallen tree branches, and use a variety of controls, such as throttles and airbrakes to operate the train. In partnership with NJ Transit Conductors, LEs are part of a dynamic team that communicates in person and via radio to get information about delays or changes in the schedule to the public. The LE is also responsible for handling emergency situations involving troubleshooting repairs on equipment.\nSkills & Attributes:\nStrong multi-tasking abilities, strong interpersonal, and communication skills- outstanding listening, verbal, written, and reading comprehension. \nCareful attention to detail and time management.\nAbility to work effectively as a team member.\nAbility to demonstrate self-management capabilities- Possession of self-control, trustworthiness, adaptability, and conscientiousness while on the job.\nAbility to learn, recall, and apply technical information.\nShows accountability and dependability, and effectively demonstrates a positive attitude during stressful situations.\nOperates well in various environmental conditions (I.e. cold/hot weather, rain, fog, snow).\nMinimum Requirements:\nHigh School Diploma or GED Equivalent is required.\nSome college is desired.\nCustomer-facing experience preferred.\nMechanical, diesel, automotive, electrical experience preferred.\nCommercial experience as a bus driver, truck driver, subway or train operator, commercial pilot, or other heavy equipment experience preferred.\nPlease Submit a Resume with your Application\nThis is not your typical “9 to 5” job.\nOur Hiring Process:\nPrescreen: Applicants whose resumes pass the initial review will undergo a prescreening process to further confirm eligibility.\nGeneral Information Session: Qualified applicants will be invited to attend a general information session where they will learn more about the role and the company.\nTest: After the information session, applicants will take a Locomotive Engineer Training Program (LETP) Aptitude Test to assess key skills and attributes required for the role.\nPanel Interview: Applicants who perform well on the test will be invited to participate in a panel interview with representatives from Human Resources and Rail Transportation Operations.\n20-Month LETP Program:\nLocomotive Engineer Trainees participate in a twenty (20) month training program, which includes classroom learning, on-the-job training, knowledge of NORAC rules and regulations, and general railroad information. Trainees go through equipment orientation where they learn about airbrakes, rules of the railroad, physical characteristics of divisional railroad lines, etc. They learn in-depth knowledge of equipment and electrical operations as well as safety training before they are qualified on the lines of their assigned railroad division.\nPost LETP Completion:\nNew Locomotive Engineer graduates are usually assigned to work the “extra list” before being able to hold a regular assignment. Assignments are chosen by employees based on seniority; therefore, preferred day shift jobs and locations are often chosen by senior employees. New employees must work assignments with irregular hours or work the “extra list” with assignments and locations changing daily. The railroad is a twenty-four (24) hour operation. Train crews are subject to duty at any time and must report to assignments within four (4) hours of being called. After becoming a Locomotive Engineer, you will be required to pass yearly examinations that test your knowledge of operating rules and other aspects of information required to successfully continue in your position.\nWork Days/Hours:\nAfter completion of the training program, the nature of the Locomotive Engineer position may require that he/she work on one train, such as the rush hour train, have a period of time off, then work the next train that is scheduled to leave. This period of time off, in between trains, is called “layover” and the Locomotive Engineer is considered “held for duty”. Employees in passenger service will be paid overtime for time “on duty”, or “held for duty” in excess of eight (8) hours. An employee held for duty will not be paid for the largest segment of time, meaning eight (8) hours pay for nine (9) hours on duty.\nSalary:\nUnder the current labor agreement, the entry pay rate is $37.10 per hour and $53.00 per hour upon LETP promotion. Additional pay rate increases are according to the collective bargaining agreement.\nCollective Bargaining Agreement:\nLocomotive Engineer Trainees will be required to join the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLE) union upon ninety (90) days of hire.\nPerformance Responsibility:\nTo be a successful Locomotive Engineer, you must demonstrate:\nControl Precision: The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine.\nNear & Peripheral Vision: The ability to see details at close range & the ability to see objects or movement of objects to one’s side when the eyes are looking ahead.\nSelective Attention: The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.\n Reaction Time: The ability to quickly respond (hand, finger, foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.\nOperation Monitoring: Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure the machine is working properly.\nProblem Sensitivity: The ability to tell when something is wrong or likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.\nGross Body Equilibrium: The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.\nOral Comprehension: The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.\nHearing Sensitivity: The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch/loudness.\nActive Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying.\nCritical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions.\nOther Knowledge and Skills Necessary:\nAbility to memorize large quantities of information, (physical characteristics, operating rules and procedures, equipment operation, and terminology), that is used daily in decision making and train operating.\nAbility to read and comprehend technical and written material as well as technical drawings (i.e. operator manuals, diagrams, and flow charts, etc.). These materials are usually written at the 10th-grade reading level.\nAbility to work irregular hours and travel long distances to varied work locations.\nAbility to follow instructions and apply rules and procedures without regard to personal opinion.\nPhysical Factors and Work Conditions for Locomotive Engineers:\nCramped, confined, enclosed, or awkward workspaces.\nWork that involves walking, climbing, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel, and/or reach with hands and arms.\nClimbing on rail equipment, walking and carrying in all weather conditions, year-round operation.\nStooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, balancing, climbing, and sitting for long durations of time.\nWhat we offer\nComprehensive Family Health Insurance - Prescription, Dental, Vision\nFlexible Spending Account\nLife Insurance\nPaid Leave\nApply to become an NJ TRANSIT Locomotive Engineer today!\nINDRA1\nNJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer\nLearn more about NJ TRANSIT! 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