Instructor, Light Rail Transportation

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At Regional Transportation District (RTD), We make lives better through connections!

When you join RTD, you will be among dedicated employees exhibiting RTD's values of passion, respect, diversity, trustworthiness, collaboration, and ownership. RTD is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. As part of our diversity value statement, we encourage our employees to honor diversity in thought, people, and experience. Come join RTD on this great journey to be the trusted leader in mobility, delivering excellence and value to our customers and community.

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The Instructor, Light Rail Transportation prepares and delivers technical training and instruction for train operators, Field/Division Supervisors and Controllers and employees that are directly connected to the movement of Light Rail Vehicles in accordance with established Light Rail practices and safety standards. Develops and maintains a quality assurance program for Light Rail Transportation Training, including continuation and developmental courses as defined by the Manager, LRV Operator Training. This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to the provisions of the RTD Drug and Alcohol Policy.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential:

• Conducts and develops new employee training and certification programs.
• Designs, reviews, and conducts specialized training courses on special activities related to the alignment and addressing specific development concerns.
• Facilitates courses to meet needs, assesses success of training, and recommends modifications as needed.
• Schedules work assignments, shifts, and training classes and maintains accurate training reports and logs.
• Develops and maintains standards and procedures to ensure the safe operation of Light Rail vehicles and integrates training and quality assurance procedures into the Light Rail Transportation culture.
• Prepares troubleshooting and operating procedures for Light Rail Operators.
• Coordinates, develops, revises, and administers qualifications, certifications, and re-certification testing of current and potential employees.
• May facilitate training on Light Rail Vehicles within the railroad right of way.

Other:

• Performs all other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of two (2) years as a full-time Certified Train Operator/Engineer, Conductor, Dispatcher/Controller or any combination of Train Operator/Engineer, Conductor, Controller/Dispatcher and one year Supervisor experience. Certified Train Operator is preferred.
• A minimum of one year of experience developing and facilitating training classes is preferred.
• Valid Colorado Driver's License, or ability to obtain one within 30-days. No DUI, DWI or reckless driving in the past five years.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Ability to obtain and maintain certification as a Light Rail Vehicle Operator.
• Proficiency in LRT operations and procedures.
• Possess a DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate and then maintain a current DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate thereafter.
• Ability to maintain a high-performance level of dependability, reliability and safety.
• Ability to obtain a LRT Controller certification.
• Ability to obtain a Field Supervisor certification.
• Ability to obtain a LRT Division Supervisor certification.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written means.
• Ability to use sound judgment.
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively, which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing with attention to details.
• Ability to work various shifts and locations, as assigned.

Or:

• An equivalent combination of experience, knowledge, skills, abilities.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Demonstrated physical ability to perform job duties to include throwing rail switches, accessing and operating Light Rail vehicles, operating accessibility ramp, coupling/uncoupling LRVs, and raising/lowering LRV pantograph.
• Demonstrated ability to push/pull up to 125 pounds and lift/carry up to 60 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to walk on track ballast, on uneven ground, sit for an extended period of time, and work in various outdoor weather.

(Looking to fill an anticipated 1-2 vacancies)

CAREER MAP:

Based on job performance, experience, education and position availability the next step on the career map for this position may be:

Lead Division Supervisor, Field Supervisor or Controller

Pay Range:

$65,177.00 - $92,062.25 Annual

EEO POLICY AND ADA ACCOMMODATIONS

RTD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless to the race, sex, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. RTD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, promotions, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to our Employment ADA Coordinator Kris Frazier at adarequests@rtd-denver.com, or the Talent Acquisition team rtd.ta@rtd-denver.com.

To learn more or see our EEO policy, please visit our EEO page at: [ https://www.rtd-denver.com/sites/default/files/files/2022-12/EEO%20Policy%20Statement-%20UPDATED.pdf ]

RTD posts a compensation range that represents a good faith estimate of what RTD anticipates paying for the position at the time of posting. Starting salary is based on the candidate's relevant and verified education, training and work experience. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application.