What are the responsibilities and job description for the Conductor position at Herzog?
Overview
TransitAmerica Services Inc. is currently seeking Conductors to crew the Arrow, a nine-mile passenger rail service connecting San Bernardino, CA to Redlands, CA. TASI believes in Safety Without Compromise. Applicants must be willing to bring the best version of themselves to work each day and understand the importance of Customer Service.
The pay rate for this position is $43.28 per hour.
Duties And Responsibilities
The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role. This position will be physically demanding at times. This is a non-exhaustive overview of the physical requirements of this job.
Founded in 1969, Herzog is headquartered in St. Joseph, Missouri, with a satellite office in Fort Worth, Texas.
Over the course of our 50 year history, Herzog has become a national leader in the construction, operations and maintenance of commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, and freight rail projects.
We believe our culture is at the heart of our existence. It is that belief which empowers every member of our professional family to act with purpose and passion as they advance their career throughout their personal pursuit of excellence.
Backed by over five decades of experience, Herzog delivers exceptional customer service and elite results.
Our success is the outcome of our relentless pursuit of excellence, our passion for our customers, safety without compromise, and a deep-rooted belief in the power of team.
We invite you to join us on our journey to excellence as we work to be better today than yesterday and better tomorrow than today.
It is the policy of TransitAmerica Services, Inc. to provide equal opportunity in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.
TransitAmerica Services Inc. is currently seeking Conductors to crew the Arrow, a nine-mile passenger rail service connecting San Bernardino, CA to Redlands, CA. TASI believes in Safety Without Compromise. Applicants must be willing to bring the best version of themselves to work each day and understand the importance of Customer Service.
The pay rate for this position is $43.28 per hour.
Duties And Responsibilities
- This is a non-exhaustive overview of the job duties for this position.
- Ensure compliance with applicable safety and operating rules and federal regulations.
- Shall perform all duties required in connection with the operation of commuter trains.
- Promote safe work practices as well as maintains and fosters a safe work environment.
- Duties include but are not limited to customer service, fare inspection, switching, and flagging.
- Notifies proper authorities and prepares reports to explain accidents, unscheduled stops, or delays.
- Comply with train orders, train signals, radio communications, and railroad rules and regulations to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the train.
- Diagnose minor malfunctions and performs minor maintenance and servicing activities when maintenance personnel are not available.
- Required to take actions and/or making decisions affecting security/well-being of all passengers and crew members.
- Make public address announcements as necessary.
- Work in inclement weather
- Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
- Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Must have a valid driver’s license with clean driving record
- Must understand basic mathematics.
- Must be able to judge speed/distances of objects/moving parts.
- Applicants must be able to work non-traditional hours.
- Ability to communicate effectively to large groups while prioritizing safety, passenger rail service, on-time performance, and the requirements of the owner
- Required to make logical choices and/or draw logical conclusions.
- Must be knowledgeable on rules, regulations, and/or policies for position.
- Must be General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR) qualified or become GCOR qualified within 30 days of hire date
- Must successfully complete training and attain/retain certifications applicable to job
- Familiar with railroad operating practices
- Organized and able to work independently and a team
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
- Maintain a valid driver’s license and endorsements as required per position.
- Pass pre-employment DOT physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position
- Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position.
- Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.
The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role. This position will be physically demanding at times. This is a non-exhaustive overview of the physical requirements of this job.
- Able to walk on uneven surfaces up to one-half mile.
- Maintain balance for an extended period of time while train is in motion.
- Must be able to be aware of surroundings and follow verbal commands while being exposed to moderately loud noises on a daily basis.
- Work in a confined access/space environment with a width of 16 inches.
- Must be able to adapt to various temperature extremes including but not limited to heat, cold, moisture and wind.
- Regularly sit and stand for an extended period of time.
- Able to tolerate repetitive movements, squatting/bending, and overhead reaching.
- Able to lift up to shoulder height and horizontally transfer up to 35 pounds for a distance up to 10 feet.
- Regularly kneel, bend, squat for extended periods of time.
- Regularly reach overhead.
- Regularly grasp/squeeze equipment with a force up to 20 pounds.
- Regularly ascend/descend a platform with a height of up to 36 inches from the floor.
- Regularly ascend and descend an 8 step ladder while carrying up to 20 pounds.
- Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position.
- Must be able to hear and distinguish auditory signals.
- Able to work in a safety sensitive work environment.
- Herzog is nationally recognized for its excellent corporate safety record which results from all employees at all levels, in all positions adhering to established policies and procedures. Reporting any and all safety violations to your immediate supervisor is a prerequisite for continued employment. Safety diligence by all results in a safe work environment for all.
- Herzog offers a robust benefits package including medical and dental coverage. The plans are specific to projects and locations.
Founded in 1969, Herzog is headquartered in St. Joseph, Missouri, with a satellite office in Fort Worth, Texas.
Over the course of our 50 year history, Herzog has become a national leader in the construction, operations and maintenance of commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, and freight rail projects.
We believe our culture is at the heart of our existence. It is that belief which empowers every member of our professional family to act with purpose and passion as they advance their career throughout their personal pursuit of excellence.
Backed by over five decades of experience, Herzog delivers exceptional customer service and elite results.
Our success is the outcome of our relentless pursuit of excellence, our passion for our customers, safety without compromise, and a deep-rooted belief in the power of team.
We invite you to join us on our journey to excellence as we work to be better today than yesterday and better tomorrow than today.
It is the policy of TransitAmerica Services, Inc. to provide equal opportunity in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.
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