5 days ago

Job Description

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Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient service.

Engineering is responsible for building and maintaining the majority of Metra's fixed assets, such as buildings, stations, bridges, track, electrical, telecommunications and signal systems. The Engineering Department also monitors the condition of and assists in building and maintaining the fixed assets on the freight lines where Metra trains operate. The Engineering Department is divided into two major groups: Capital Projects, and Communications and Maintenance.

In addition to all employees directly involved in providing train service, the Transportation Department also oversees the Rules Department, Dispatching Office, Crew Management Center, Station Services, Customer Service, Ticket Services and GPS Center. The department is staffed by nearly 900 Transportation employees who are often referred to as the face of Metra.

Under the direction of the Director, Operations, serves in numerous capacities and may be called upon to work as a Tower Operator, Office Clerk, Ticket Agent, Janitor, and/or other duties and functions outlined by the organizations. Responsible for the safety objectives, goals, and program of the organization, ensuring compliance with applicable safety rules and regulations. Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization Positions are subject to 24/7 on-call status including nights, weekends, and holidays. Must be available to work any shift at any location.

This is a Lottery Position

This is a Union position. Starting pay rates may vary based on entry rates in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

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Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

Numbers & Facts

LocationChicago, IL

Skills

  • Capital Projectunmatched
  • Cargo/Freightunmatched
  • Collective Bargainingunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Electricityunmatched
  • Fixed Asset Managementunmatched
  • Fixed Assetsunmatched
  • GPS (Global Positioning System)unmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • On Callunmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Safety Complianceunmatched
  • Telecommunicationsunmatched

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