Requirements
class 1
norac experience
driver's license
high school
vision test
situational awareness
Locomotive Engineer Trainee
Drug and alcohol screening: Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment drug and alcohol screen. Also, contingent upon receiving a favorable background check. Must pass a physical examination.
- Incumbents are subject to periodic medical examinations including random drug alcohol screenings.
- 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.
- 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;
- Involves working alone and apart in physical isolation while integrating activities with others.
- If selected, incumbent will be required to successfully complete Engineer Training as follows: Individuals not previously certified as Class 1 Train Service Engineers: 6-8 weeks classroom; followed by extensive qualifying and on-the-job training; paid at the student training rate until incumbent achieves certification as a Class 1 Train Service Engineer.
- Must be able to climb ladders and stairs to board and disembark from equipment.
- 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.
- Ability to perform all duties mentioned above
- Must be able to think independently and make timely and critical decisions under stressful situations.
- Must meet the minimum standards for visual acuity:
- Must possess the ability to think and function independently while maintaining alertness, situational awareness, and vigilance.
- Satisfactory attendance, compliance, and safe work record.
- 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.
- Current valid Driver's License is required.
- Must have high school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Some college or vocational training is preferred.
- Applicants 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.
- Prior NORAC railroad operating experience required.
- Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment physical to include drug screen, sleep apnea screening, audiogram & color vision screening.
- Class 1 certification is strongly preferred.
- Have effective verbal communication skills in the performance of work.
- The ability to recognize and distinguish between the colors of railroad signals as demonstrated by successfully completing tests.
- Must be capable of operating hand and foot controls simultaneously.
- A field of vision of at least 70 degrees in the horizontal meridian in each eye; and,
- Ability to maintain alertness, awareness, vigilance, and responsibility.
Benefits
At Keolis Commuter Services, LLC we provide a competitive compensation package that is designed to be flexible and comprehensive to meet the needs of our hard-working employees and their families.
EEO statement: Our policy is to afford Equal Employment Opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or gender identification. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
At Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), we give every team member—and their ideas—a seat for the journey. We are a diverse team made up of different backgrounds, stories, and perspectives, which is our strength. If you’re looking for a career with a company that invests in your future, KCS is the place for you. We Imagine. We Care. We Commit!
***$5000.00 sign on bonus for certified Locomotive engineers with a current NORAC 49 CFR 240 certification with train service endorsement***
- Pet, Home, Auto insurance
- Supplemental health plans for accidents, critical illness, hospital stays
- Company Sponsored Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employment contingent upon receiving a favorable background check.
- Generous Medical & Rx plan
- Transit and Parking Reimbursement Benefits
- Railroad Retirement Benefits - a federal program that administers retirement, survivor, unemployment, and sickness benefits to U.S. railroad workers and their families.
- Voluntary Benefits Plan options includingSupplemental health plans for accidents, critical illness, hospital staysPet, Home, Auto insurance
- Dental & Vision Plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Fidelity 401K Program
- Short- & Long-term Disability Benefits
- Education Assistance
Training + Development
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