Herzog · 10 hours ago
Assistant Conductor
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$40.53/hr - $40.53/hrHerzog is a national leader in the construction, operations and maintenance of commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, and freight rail projects. The Assistant Conductor is responsible for assisting the Conductor with the supervision and administration of crew responsibilities and the safe movement of the Caltrain passenger and work trains.
Civil EngineeringConstructionProject Management
Responsibilities
Assists in supervising the operation and administration of the train while ensuring that equipment is operated in a safe and efficient manner in compliance with Federal and State regulations, General Code of Operating Rules, Caltrain Air Brake & Train Handling Rules, Caltrain Timetables and Special Instructions, Caltrain Safety Rules, Union Pacific Timetable and Special Instructions, TransitAmerica Policies, and procedures and JPB Contractual and Service Instructions
Provide customer service to all passengers as required and upon request or as needed - including questions and concerns
Accepts responsibility for the safety and security of all passengers and crew members
Accepts responsibility for compliance with rules and regulations without direct supervision
Be qualified on the current version of all applicable operating rules
Report to the designated home terminal at the assigned time to:
Perform a job briefing
Perform the necessary procedures to qualify the consist prior to departing the maintenance facility
Position the train at the originating station prior to scheduled departure time
Make public address announcements as necessary
Perform switching assignments as requested in cooperation with other departments
Perform all required inspections, tests, procedures and complete all required paperwork
Identify and document equipment defects on the Daily Equipment Inspection Report
Work as a crew member along with the Locomotive Engineer and Conductor assigned to their equipment
Perform the duties of railroad Incident Commander at any accident or incident scene the train/crew is involved in
Must wear the required uniform in the performance of duties
Interfaces with all Caltrain/ACE/Amtrak passengers, JPB representatives, host railroad dispatchers, as well as Federal, State, and Local regulatory and emergency service personnel
Work in inclement weather, as well as rotating shifts that include nights, weekends, and holidays
Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position
Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
No previous railroad experience is required. Experience in commuter rail operations, is preferable
Any combination of education and experience that could provide the knowledge and ability to pass the required initial and annual examinations
Crew members must have sufficient equipment knowledge and aptitude to restore equipment failures with support from the maintenance of equipment personnel
Must not have had any railroad operating rule violations or any positive drug and alcohol test results within the past five years
CPR/AED/First Aid qualified
Ability to successfully complete all training and on-going training as required by the job
Must be able to remain calm, rational, and professional at all times while on duty
Must be able to react calmly and effectively in emergency and life-threatening situations
Must be able to speak and write clearly in the English language
Must be capable of communicating clearly and effectively with others
Initiates and responds to oral and written communication
Must be able to successfully complete CPR/AED/First Aid certification training and be able to administer in any situation while on duty
Makes every effort to improve knowledge and skills to be the best in the profession
Adheres to the highest levels of professionalism by demonstrating honesty, integrity, and maturity
Must be able to effectively change tasks at a moment's notice when the situation requires
Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review
Maintain a valid driver's license and endorsements as required per position
Subject to pre-employment physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position
Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis
Able to walk on uneven surfaces up to one-half mile
Maintain balance for an extended period of time while train is in motion
Must be able to be aware of surroundings and follow verbal commands while being exposed to moderately loud noises on a daily basis
Work in a confined access/space environment with a width of 16 inches
Must be able to adapt to various temperature extremes including but not limited to heat, cold, moisture and wind
Regularly sit and stand for an extended period of time
Able to tolerate repetitive movements, squatting/bending, and overhead reaching
Able to lift up to shoulder height and horizontally transfer up to 35 pounds for a distance up to 10 feet
Regularly kneel, bend, squat for extended periods of time
Regularly reach overhead
Regularly grasp/squeeze equipment with a force up to 20 pounds
Regularly ascend/descend a platform with a height of up to 36 inches from the floor
Regularly ascend and descend an 8 step ladder while carrying up to 20 pounds
Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position
Must be able to hear and distinguish auditory signals as required by the position
Able to work in a safety sensitive work environment
Preferred
Experience in commuter rail operations, is preferable
Benefits
Medical and dental coverage
Company
Herzog
Herzog is an asphalt paving contractor focused on railroad and heavy/highway construction, maintenance, and operations.
Founded in 1969
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Addison
Chief Financial Officer
Al Landes
President &COO
Recent News
2023-12-24
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