Job Description

Bridge Tender/Blue Hat

Transdev in the Miami, FL area is seeking a Bridge Tender/Blue Hat to join our team. The Bridge Tender/Blue Hat works in support of the Maintenance of Way (MOW) track laborers and serves as a relief Bridge Tender as needed. This position is governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, is a represented BMWE union role, and is part of the Rail Retirement program. Pay for this position is set in accordance with the applicable union agreement.

Position Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement:

• $39.04 per hour (Union Collective Bargaining Agreement Payscale).

Benefits include:

• Vacation: Vacation eligibility and accrual are based on seniority, as determined by Railroad Retirement Board service and verified through the employee’s BA-6 or C-90 form, in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Sick days: 2 days
• Holidays: 13 days
• Personal Days: 2 days after 8 years, 3 days after 17 years of service.
• Other standard benefits: Railroad Retirement benefits, medical, dental and vision, life insurance

Benefits may vary depending on location policy. The above represents the standardCorporate Policy in accordance with the CBA

Key Responsibilities:

• Operates controls and moves levers that activate signals for trains and vessels providing passage.
• Observe and receive signals from approaching vessels.
• Communicate with train dispatchers, train crews and vessel operators.
• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
• Installs and repairs railroad track and embankments, to include special track work, road crossings, signage, and rail lubricators.
• Replace ties, rails, fasteners, special track work components, crushed rock ballast, crossing surfaces, paving, sub grade material, vegetation, signs and structures.
• Fuels on-track equipment.
• Other duties as directed by the track supervisors or upper management.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Must be able to read and comprehend regulations and instructions as well as possess good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must provide their own transportation.
• Must be available to work any shift.
• Ability to pass Railroad rules (GCOR) and RWP training.
• Prior railroad experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Constant bending, twisting, stooping, standing and walking.
• Able to walk, climb and maintain balance on equipment, stairs, ladders uneven terrain, rails and ballast in a safe manner.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us.jobs@transdev.com

Drug-free workplace:

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:

·Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).

·Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

About Transdev Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more atwww.TransdevNA.comor watch an overview video athttps://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

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The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

California applicants: Please Click Herefor CA Employee Privacy Policy.