Locomotive Engineer-COASTER - North County Transit District

Under the direction of the Manager of Train Operations, the COASTER Locomotive Engineer is responsible for the providing safe, efficient and customer-friendly passenger transportation by ensuring the safe operation of locomotives, complying with train orders, wayside signals, Positive Train Control (PTC) procedures, railroad operating rules, special instructions, federal, state, and local regulations.  This is a bargained position represented by the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail, and Transportation workers (SMART) Union. 

Wage Rates and other terms and conditions are currently under negotiation with the respective union. 

Distinguishing Characteristics  

This position is distinguished by its responsibility for the provision of passenger transportation by ensuring execution of the safe operation of locomotives. This position is required to obtain and maintain qualification under both 49 CFR 240 and 242 as a Locomotive Engineer and a  Conductor (if hired on/after June 9, 2017). This position is designated as Safety-Sensitive in accordance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and will participate in a random testing pool under those guidelines. 

Supervision Received and Exercised 

This position reports to the Manager of Train Operations but will also take direction from the Supervisor of Operations-COASTER. S/he has no direct supervisory responsibility.  Further, this position is expected to participate in the sharing of expert knowledge and as a vital member of various project teams that may be instituted. 

Working Conditions 

Normal working conditions for this position are in an operational field setting, including the COASTER Operations & Maintenance Facility, onboard the COASTER trains, at rail stations, and anywhere along the COASTER railroad right of way.  Individuals in this position must be able to work safely to prevent on-the-job accidents and injuries, wear protective equipment including hearing protection, safety-toe boots, safety glasses and other Personal Protective Equipment items as assigned by NCTD. Business travel may be required periodically between District sites, governmental agencies, consultants’ facilities, and other locations as required.