Locomotive Engineer The purpose of this role is to operate MBTA Commuter Rail trains safely and efficiently throughout the network.

Compensation

This is a Union role represented by BLET; actual rate of pay ranges from $ to $, based on number of years of service in a current Engineer role as verified by most current RRB BA-6 form.

There is a $ sign on bonus for Locomotive Engineers with a current 49 CFR 240 certification with train service endorsement; service in a current Engineer role as verified by most current RRB BA-6 form is required.

Skills: Must possess excellent verbal and written skills and be able to communicate successfully with a variety of disciplines and levels including both internal and external staff.

Although a driver’s license is not required, applicants with a driver’s license must provide a certified copy of their motor vehicle driving record from the chief of the state driver’s licensing agency in which the applicant was last issued a license, and any license(s) issued or reissued from other state(s) within the preceding 60 months. Motor vehicle records must be void of any drug and alcohol violations within the previous 36 months. Knowledge and Experience: Must have high school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Some college or vocational training is preferred.

Prior railroad operating experience required.

Current Class 1 Engineer or Passenger Engineer certification is required ; no history of decertification preferred. Key Accountabilities: Operate various equipment, such as throttle and airbrakes, while monitoring signals and other devices to safely and efficiently transport passengers.

Perform required tests and make inspections of equipment and air-brakes as required.

Must make timely and critical decisions under stressful situations to safeguard lives and property.

Must possess the ability to think and function independently while maintaining alertness, situational awareness, and vigilance.

Involves working alone and apart in physical isolation while integrating activities with others.

Ability to maintain alertness, awareness, vigilance, and responsibility.

Have effective verbal communication skills in the performance of work.

Satisfactory attendance, compliance, and safe work record.

Complete monthly vehicle reports as required by the MBTA.

Comply with all related safety rules and procedures and report all hazard as required.

Attend and participate in all assigned meetings and trainings, specifically safety and security related.

Other duties as assigned. Other Requirements: If selected, incumbent will be required to successfully complete Engineer Training as follows, followed by extensive qualifying and on-the-job training.

Incumbents are subject to periodic medical examinations including random drug alcohol screenings.

Must sign a release of records authorizing all previous railroad employers to provide KCS with background information, if applicable. In accordance with FRA regulations, previous railroad service records must be void of any drug and alcohol violations within the previous 60 months.

Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment physical to include drug screen, sleep apnea screening, audiogram & color vision screening.

Employment contingent upon receiving a favorable background check.

Current valid Driver's License is required. Effort Factors: Physical/ Mental demands: Work environment can be extremely hot or cold.

Largely a sedentary occupation.

Must be capable of operating hand and foot controls simultaneously.

Must be able to climb ladders and stairs to board and disembark from equipment.

Must be able to think independently and make timely and critical decisions under stressful situations.

Must meet the minimum standards for visual acuity: For distant viewing either: (i) Distant visual acuity of at least 20/40 (Snellen) in each eye without corrective lenses (ii) Distant visual acuity separately corrected to at least 20/40 (Snellen) with corrective lenses and distant binocular acuity of at least 20/40 (Snellen) in both eyes with or without corrective lenses;

A field of vision of at least 70 degrees in the horizontal meridian in each eye; and,

The ability to recognize and distinguish between the colors of railroad signals as demonstrated by successfully completing tests. Ability to perform all duties mentioned above Working conditions: Noise Level: High – diesel engines, air brake equipment, horns and radios.

Shift work: Differing hours as required.

Travel: N/A

On-call: Yes

Teamwork: Work as part of the Transportation team.

Supervisory