Light Rail Train Operator - River Line

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At NJ TRANSIT, you will join us in transforming the third largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their destinations on time.
Summary: Light Rail Train (LRT) Operators run NJT’s River Line, providing safe, reliable, timely, and courteous service to customers.
Education, Experience, and Qualifications
  • Are twenty-one (21) years of age or older; able to read, write and speak the English language
  • HS Diploma
  • Possess a New Jersey, New York, or Pennsylvania Commercial Driver’s License with passenger endorsements.
  • Or possess three (3) years non–provisional driving experience with a valid New Jersey Driver’s License, and are able to obtain a validated New Jersey Commercial Driver’s License permit that has been stamped indicating the passing of written tests for passenger and general knowledge endorsements. The expiration date on the permit must be valid for at least fourteen (14) days beyond the first day of the scheduled training program
  • Have a safe driving record that is in good standing with less than five (5) accumulated points
    • Are available to participate in the structured training program Monday through Friday from 8:00 am
  • -4:30 pm (perfect attendance at training is required)
  • Pass our company’s interview process, background check and physical examination to qualify for a medical certification (physical exam includes a drug and alcohol screening)
At NJ Transit, you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:
  • Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Leave
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan
  • Retirement Plans

This position is deemed safety sensitive per the Department of Transportation (DOT) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations. The DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of marijuana for any reason. It is unacceptable for any safety-sensitive employee subject to drug testing under DOT regulations to use recreational or medical marijuana. The prohibition includes any derivative of marijuana such as CBD oils, teas, etc. The use of recreational and medical marijuana is a violation of NJ TRANSIT’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy for safety-sensitive employees.
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