JOB INFORMATION (7950)

Title: Locomotive Engineer 

First Date of Posting: 6/28/24 

Last Date of Filing: 7/12/24

Authority: Staten Island Railway

Department: Subways

Division/Unit: Transportation

Reports to: Superintendent, Transportation / Delegate

Work Location: St George Terminal, Staten Island, NY

Hours of Work: Various

COMPENSATION:

Thecurrentminimum salaryis $27.885576perhourfora40-hourweekincreasing to

$ 39.836537perhourinthesixthyearofservice. Theseratesaresubjectto changeasper theSheet Metal Air Rail Transportation (S.M.A.R.T)CollectiveBargainingAgreement.The benefits of this position include, but are not limited to, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, and a comprehensive medical plan and pension plan.

CurrentratehasbeenestablishedbytheSheet Metal Air Rail Transportation (S.M.A.R.T)Union and is non-negotiable.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Locomotive Engineer Training Program prepares candidates for the position of Locomotive Engineer, the person responsible for the safe movement of trains and passengers under all operating conditions. A Locomotive Engineer must be knowledgeable in all operating rules, special instructions, physical characteristics of the entire railroad, air brake and equipment of all types of locomotives to include both diesel and multiple unit (electric), and competent at road troubleshooting of all equipment. An Engineer must be able to safely operate diesel and multiple unit trains.

The Locomotive Engineer Training Program, with its emphasis on rules, physical characteristics, mechanical operations, and train handling, is one of the most demanding and rewarding programs offered by the Railway. Candidates must qualify in all aspects of the job title (Passenger Service, Switching Crew, Work Trains).

EDUCATIONANDEXPERIENCE

• Must have a valid high school diploma or GED equivalent and three (3) years of full- time satisfactory work experience related to customer service. (1 year of college can be substituted for up to 1 year of work experience)
• Valid driver’s license

• A successful candidate must have the ability to understand and speak English over radiocommunications.
• Have an ability to remember information, such as words, numbers, pictures, and

procedures.

• Must be punctual and have good time management skills.
• Must be able to maintainattentiveness and concentrate on a task for an extended period without being distracted.
• Must beable to respond quickly and appropriately to situations that are presented (i.e., signals, alarms, emergency situations, etc.) as well as be safety conscious.
• Must be able to respond to visual signals including distinguishing-colored lights.

In addition, candidates are required to pass respective examinations related to their craft, including butnot limited to: Roadway Worker Protection (RWP), Book of Rules, Conductor exams etc. Failure topass any examination may result in termination.

DESIREDSKILLS

• Knowledge of SIR operating and safety rules.

• Ability to anticipate and analyze problems and take appropriate corrective actions.

• Ability to work well in a team environment.

•Experience in a customer service setting

•Experience working in a safety sensitive position.

•Transportation or Operations related experience

SELECTIONMETHOD

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.

All selected candidates will be subject to physical examination, drug and alcohol screening and a full background investigation that includes (but is not limited to) employment and education. Discrepancies may lead to termination of the hiring process and future dismissal from employment.

OTHERINFORMATION

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure(FDS)withtheNYSCommissiononEthicsandLobbyinginGovernment(the “Commission”)

HOW TO APPLY

MTAemployeesmustapplyviaMyMTAPortal.Youcansubmitanonlineapplication by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the “Careers” link. Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.

EQUALEMPLOYMENTOPPORTUNITY

MTAanditssubsidiaryandaffiliatedagenciesareEqualOpportunityEmployers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

TheMTAencouragesqualifiedapplicantsfromdiversebackgrounds,experiences,and abilities, including military service members, to ap