Rail Operations Controller

Sr Mgr Field & Train Operations

Pay Range : $64,863.00 - $107,023.00

Country : United States of America

Address : 3021 Oak Lane

City : Dallas, TX 75226

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Professionals : 08 - Service and Maintenance (EEO-4-United States of America), 8A - Servicers and Laborers - Supervisors (EEO-SubCategory)

General Summary : Under general supervision, is responsible for real-time oversight and coordination of Rail operations and approval / coordination of all maintenance activities occurring on or about DART's light rail right-of-way.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Supervises and controls train and streetcar movement along the alignment.
• Supervises / Controls interlocking, traction power substations, tunnel ventilation systems, and facility related alarms via the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA).
• Responds to Traction Electrification Systems issues on train and streetcar alignment.
• Updates Operating Clearances distributed to LRT Operators at the beginning of each business day.
• Enforces all approved Standard Operating Rules & Procedures.
• Approves, monitors and coordinates all maintenance activities along the right-of-way.
• Generates email / text notifications when service delays occur to keep management abreast of the situation.
• Notifies senior management of rail related incidents / accidents, service delays, unusual occurrences and serves as a liaison with public safety agencies during emergency situations.
• Sends passengers audio / visual (PAVMB) messages to stations when service is disrupted, and an Operations Communications Liaison is not present.
• Manages multiple systems on the right-of-way. (Automatic Block Signal (ABS), Cab Signal Territory (CST), Line-of-Sight, and Streetcar)
• Oversees and directs activities of Transportation and Maintenance personnel during incidents, accidents, and other abnormal conditions.
• Assists with investigations into safety related incidents, and training of new Rail Controllers.
• Directs the troubleshooting of defective equipment and coordinates the replacement of LRVs with Yard Control and Fleet Maintenance.
• Coordinates all activities during emergency conditions including dispatching assistance from the necessary DART departments and emergency response agencies. Notifies DART Police, local police, fire department(s), towing services and other agencies when specific assistance is needed.
• Analyzes computer generated information in conjunction with other system information for anticipating changes in system operational requirements.
• Maintains a Daily Summary of Rail Operations, Record of Train Movement, and associated reports.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required :

Note : An equivalent combination of related education and experience may be substituted for the below stated minimums excluding High School Diploma, GED, Licenses, or Certifications.

Working Conditions : Works in an environment where there is minimum exposure to dust, noise, or temperature. May be moderately exposed to unpleasant working conditions to include dust, noise, temperature, weather, petroleum products, and chemicals while visiting DART's operating facilities, assuming incumbent is observing all policies and procedures, safety precautions and regulations, and using all protective clothing and devices provided.

Note : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may perform other duties as assigned.

DART is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity in the workplace. M / F / D / V.

Open until qualified applicants are identified.