PATH Train Conductor

Responsibilities

Conductors are responsible for managing the overall safe, on-time operation of their individual trains within the scope of the rules of the Transportation Department. The essential functions include, but are not limited to:

• Communicate information to passengers, crew members, and other railroad employees in person and via onboard communication channels
• Meeting and exceeding customer expectations by delivering great service.
• Ensure compliance with all railroad and safety rules.
• Ensure compliance with Federal Railroad Administrative Regulations.

• Operate train doors at station stops and assist customers on and off trains as necessary
• Read, understand, comply with bulletin orders, general orders and other applicable rules of the Transportation Department
• Manage emergency situations such as medical emergencies, equipment breakdowns and evacuation of passengers if necessary
• Verbally direct the movement of trains
• Provide professional customer service to passengers
• Register for duty on time
• Prepare trains for service and conduct complete train check before and after the train has reached its final destination to make sure all passengers have disembarked

Training Program: Conductors undergo a training program of approximately 8 weeks. In this training, conductors will participate in a combination of classroom and field training and will receive assessments weekly. Conductors are required to successfully complete training and obtain the required Certification as mandated by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). Failure to do so may result in termination from employment.

Qualifications

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

• 18 years of age or older
• High School or Equivalency Diploma or GED Equivalent is required.
• Two (2) years of verifiable work experience in customer service in roles such as security, transportation, operation or safety.
• Must be available to work various shift schedules (can be up to 12 hours) including weekends, holidays and overnight shifts
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
• Ability to maintain alertness, awareness, and vigilance at all times
• Must have the ability to effectively and accurately understand, interpret, reference, evaluate, technical and non-technical information.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• 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.
• Must be able to lift 40lb weight, push, and pull. Conductors climb up the train, walk on the tracks, move from car to car while the train is in motion.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather
• 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 Passenger Conductor Certification, pursuant to C.F.R. Part 242, and are expected to successfully pass the required pre-employment requirements, which include: medical exams including Hearing & Vision,interview panel, practical evaluation/physical agility test interviews, background check, and drug/alcohol screening.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Communicate with dispatchers, crew member and the control center via radio or other communication devices

Desired

Ideal candidates will present the following profile:

• Work experience demonstrating skills in clear and effective verbal communication
• Ability to maintain alertness, awareness, and vigilance at all times.
• Professional experience working in capacity requiring initiative and responsibility. Some prior mechanical experience preferred.
• Associate degree or technical/vocational training preferred.
• Ability to work safely and act quickly in responding to emergency and non-emergency situations.

Selection Process

Only applicants under consideration will be contacted.

Selected qualified candidates will be invited to take part in the assessment process which consists of written, oral, and practical examinations.

• Written Examination The written examination is designed to measure knowledge in areas such as PATH procedure and rules for employees engaged in the operation of trains (Book of Rules) and basic signals.
• Oral Examination consists of questions designed to measure such factors as personal qualifications and interest for this position, knowledge of railroad operations, and one's interpersonal and job-related skills.
• Practical Examination is designed to measure practical skills and abilities related to performance of the duties in the position of Extra Engineer Switching (EES) and Conductor such as climbing on and/or off train cars and preparing train cars for operation. Study materials for this test may be accessed from the following link:

https://www.panynj.gov/content/dam/port-authority/careers/path-conductor-ees-study-guide-practical-aider.pdf

Candidates who qualify on the practical exam will be eligible to be offered a position as they become available. Selected candidates will be subject to a comprehensive background check which includes a review of previous DOT-regulated employment and driver’s license history and medical examination, which includes Hearing & Vision. Participation in the selection process does not guarantee an offer or a position with The Port Authority Trans Hudson Corporation (PATH).

Compensation & Benefits

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey & PATH Corporation offer a competitive salary, an outstanding benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

The starting salary for: Conductor Trainee is $33.80 Per Hour. (Subject to collective bargaining agreement)

This position is deemed safety sensitive per the Department of Transportation (DOT) Drug and Alcohol Regulations. Locomotive Engineers are subject to tests for Drugs & Alcohol pursuant to Federal requirements, which include pre-employment, random, post-accident/incident, and reasonable suspicion tests. DOT Regulations do not allow for the use of medical or recreational marijuana.

PATH operates 24 hours per day/7 days per week/365 days per year. Employees are required to work weekends, holidays, atypical hours (evening and midnight shifts) and during inclement weather conditions. Incumbents may be subjected to mandatory overtime at the beginning or end of their scheduled tour, or on their days off. A union seniority system dictates work schedules for jobs represented by one of PATH’s unions, and time off may not be immediately available during the usual summer and holiday periods. Working conditions will be challenging, including but not limited to inclement weather, direct contact with the public, in tunnel and outside areas during active train service, and an industrial environment. Commitment to attendance is expected and required.