PATH Locomotive Engineer Switching/ Extra Engineer Switching (EES)

PATH Locomotive Engineer Switching/ Extra Engineer Switching (EES)

About the Role:

The Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) Corporation is looking for Engineers (EES) to join their team! Come be a part of a critical transit link that keeps the region moving!

The Locomotive Engineer Trainee, also known as the Extra Engineer/Switching (EES) reports to and receives instructions from the Trainmaster, Assistant Trainmaster, Operations Examiner and Train Dispatcher/Terminal Supervisor. The Locomotive Engineer Trainee/EES is responsible for the safety, regularity, and proper care of the assigned train. This job is a precursor to the training and final qualifications for Locomotive Engineer. As a Locomotive Engineer for the PATH Corporation, Engineers are responsible for operating their trains in compliance with the Federal Railroad Administration and PATH operating rules and posted schedules.

NOTE: The foregoing is not exclusive and is not meant to describe all those duties which may be assigned pursuant to the agreement between PATH and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers & Trainmen (BLET). Locomotive Engineer Trainees/EES are required to work at various locations in NJ and NY and works rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.  Locomotive Engineer Trainees enter a Training Program that requires satisfactory performance as well as regular and routine attendance; absence from Training Program or unsatisfactory performance may result in removal from the Training Program. 

Qualifications

Candidates must present the following qualifications to be considered eligible for this position:

• High School or Equivalency Diploma or GED Equivalent is required.
• Minimum two (2) years of work experience as commercial bus driver, truck driver, subway or train operator, commercial pilot or other heavy equipment in mechanical, diesel, automotive, electrical and technical field is required.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems and basic maintenance tasks.
• Must be available to work various shift schedules (can be up to 12 hours) including weekends, holidays, overnight and overtime shifts.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Able to communicate with dispatchers, crew member and the control center via radio or other communication devices.
• Must have the ability to effectively and accurately understand, interpret, reference, evaluate, technical and non-technical information.
• Must have the ability to become and remain FRA/PATH compliant as it relates to the requirements of 49 CFR Part 240 and of operating rules.
• Position requires working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, in, on and around moving heavy equipment.
• Must work safely and efficiently and not cause a threat to the health and safety of self and others.
• Must have the ability to perform continuous physical tasks for extended periods of time.
• Safely and efficiently work, stand and walk on uneven ground and/or climbing on/off equipment in varying conditions.
• Qualified candidates must be eligible to receive a Locomotive Engineer Certification, pursuant to C.F.R. Part 240, and are expected to successfully pass the required pre-employment requirements, which include: medical exams, including Hearing & Vision exams and assessment for the risk of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (“OSA”) interview panel, practical evaluation/physical agility test, background check, and drug/alcohol screening.

Desired Qualifications:

Ideal candidates will present the following profile:

• An Associate degree or 60 college credit is desired.
• Work experience demonstrating skills in clear and effective verbal communication.
• Ability to read and comprehend written safety rules, procedure and safety manuals, government regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, memos, and other work-related information.
• Ability to maintain alertness, awareness, and vigilance at all times.
• Ability to work safely and act quickly in responding to emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Maintains positive and productive working relationships with co-workers and supervisors.
• Dem