Light Rail Transit Helper

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Metro Transit, a division of the Metropolitan Council, is seeking Light Rail Transit Helpers!

Metro Transit, a division of the Metropolitan Council, is the largest provider of public transit service in the Minneapolis-St. Paul seven-county metropolitan area and one of the country's largest public transit systems. Metro Transit operates bus, light rail and commuter rail service essential to the region's mobility, and provides resources for carpooling, vanpooling and bike commuting. Metro Transit helps people get where they're going, helps reduce the region's motor vehicle congestion problem and promotes a cleaner environment.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

The Light Rail Transit (LRT) Helper meets the train operators, performs safety inspections, and performs cleaning and removal of graffiti and biohazard substances/materials. This position also removes vehicle protection film and replaces seats for light rail vehicles.

Work shifts for new hires are typically third (3rd) shift. Please note: All employees who are hired and/or transfer to LRV Maintenance positions will have a one-year time commitment per the bargaining unit contract.

Hourly Pay Range: For candidates newly hired into the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) contract, starting wage is set by the ATU contract. Internal hires will follow Metropolitan Council's union wage guidelines. Hire: $21.56 hourly After year one: $24.64 (based on ATU salary rates starting 8/1/2022) After year two: $27.72 (Subject to contract change, based on ATU salary rates starting 8/1/2022) After year three: $30.80 (Subject to contract change, based on ATU salary rates starting 8/1/2022) Recruitment Type: A pool will be created from this recruitment to be used for up to six (6) months.

• Performs up to seven (7) hours per work shift of interior and external detail cleaning of light rail vehicles including mopping, sweeping, washing, and vacuuming.
• Removes graffiti with scrapers, squeegees, and special chemicals.
• Communicates with train operator to gather relevant repair/maintenance information and enters information into the computer.
• Performs safety inspections as required.
• Installs and removes advertisements.
• Operates light rail vehicles within yard area; operates electric cart to transport to and from rail vehicles cleaning supplies and operates a forklift to move materials.
• Undergoes training in electrification distribution, lock out procedures and other safety related training as required.
• Inputs vehicle mileage, yard information, and other data into computer.
• Fills sand on light rail vehicles with provided equipment/tools and proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

• High School diploma/GED AND a minimum of one (1) year verifiable cleaning work experience in the past 10 years.

• Relevant experience with large vehicles (such as train, bus, aircraft, or similar).
• Experience with basic maintenance/mechanical or repair.
• Experience and ability to effectively work independently and in a diverse team environment.

• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English
• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds
• Ability to pass physical examinations, Rail Operations Rule Book, and physical agility examinations
• Ability to obtain and maintain Train Operator Certification for Maintenance Personnel
• Ability to work a diverse customer group in a positive, professional manner

Union/Grade: ATU/ Grade 22
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: Yes. Subject to random DOT drug tests.

Work Environment:
Work is performed in a rail yard and garage setting. Exposure to diesel fumes. Must work in extreme warm and cold weather conditions. May work around moderate noise. Hand tools will be required to inspect and clean vehicles.

Physical Requirements:
May be working in wet, humid conditions (non-weather), work near moving parts or equipment, work in high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and outdoor weather conditions. Regularly required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms, use hands to finger, handle or feel, for long periods, sit climb or balance, stoop kneel crouch or crawl occasionally, speak/hear normal conversation and telephone ring tones, operate a computer and other office equipment. May carry up to fifty (50) pounds, lift/carry push/pull up to one hundred (100) pounds with assistance, must have close distance, color, peripheral vision and depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The examples of duties listed in the class specifications are representative but not necessarily exhaustive or descriptive of any one position in this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position. Regular attendance is an essential responsibility.

Please note: ATU Internal applicants who pass their WRE, structured panel interview, and physical agility test will be selected by seniority. Passing ATU internal applicants will be awarded this position over non- ATU/external applicants. Successful applicants hired into the Light Rail Transit Helper role will require a one-year working commitment to the LRV Maintenance area before you will be eligible to bid/transfer to a different department within Metro Transit.

What steps the recruitment process involves:

1. We review your minimum qualifications.
2. We request and review Work Record Evaluations (WRE) on ATU internals only.
3. We rate your education and experience.
4. We conduct a structured panel interview and physical agility test.