What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dispatcher position at Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge RR?
Description
Division/Department: Dispatcher/ Operations
Job Title: Train Dispatcher
Reports To: Superintendent of Operations
Type of Position: Seasonal - Full Time
Employee Classification: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Compensation: $22-$27/hour DOE
Location: Durango, CO
Job Summary: Train Dispatchers supervise on track movement and all employees connected to those movements. The Dispatcher is responsible for ensuring trains and crews move safely and efficiently across a railroad’s network and for making sure no train is delayed unnecessarily.
Benefits Offered: Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad offers a comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision plan with employer-funded H.S.A. (for qualified employees), company-funded Life AD&D Insurance, LTD and STD. We also provide a generous PTO plan and 401K with company-match, as well as discounts on merchandise and train vouchers.
Requirements
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supervise the safe and efficient movement of trains and equipment on track utilizing the tools provided and in accordance with the rules.
- Ability to communicate with a clear voice via radio and telephone to crew member and other employees including the ability to hear and discern incoming radio transmissions.
- Inform employees working on track of conditions or information impacting their duties.
- Maintain required records of on track movement, crew duty times and other information as required.
- Communicate with various departments and employees regarding the status of trains, passengers, maintenance of way activities, service interruptions and other issues.
Education, Skill and Experience:
- Prior experience working as a Train Dispatcher or Control Operator is highly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to build and safely execute railroad operating plans for train movement and maintenance of way activities in compliance with railroad rules and regulations.
- Must possess the ability to lead teams of employees as they complete their daily activities.
- Familiarity with Dispatching Software, issuance of track authority and associated computer skills.
- Solid understanding of Railroad rules and regulations.
- Commitment to Safety as a core competency
Work Environment:
- Willing to work flexible schedule with occasional overtime hours, as needed.
- Must be able to climb and descend one flight of stairs to the dispatcher tower multiple times per day.
- Majority of work is indoor office environment with occasional outdoor work in all weather conditions while briefing crew members or other employees.
- The Dispatcher position may be stressful at times. The successful candidate must have the ability to make safe and sound decisions under stressful circumstances.
- Dispatchers may occasionally be required to line switches in the yard, open gates for passengers or trains, and protect street crossings while trains depart or arrive at Durango.
Salary : $22 - $27