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Metra
Train Dispatcher Trainee
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What they do
A Transportation Traffic Controller monitors vehicle movement at airports, seaports, rail yards and stations, and large distribution centers. Monitors the takeoff and landing routes and schedules for airplanes at a commercial airport or military airbase. Coordinates the movement of large merchant vessels or cruise ships in and out of port.
$110,251 / year median in Illinois
+0% projected growth
Job Description
at Metra in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Salary Range $41.24 - $41.24 Description Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient service. Transportation is responsible for providing safe, efficient and dependable transportation to commuters on all Metra-operated lines: Milwaukee North and West, Rock Island, Metra Electric, SouthWest Service, North Central Service and Heritage Corridor and those lines operating under purchase of service agreements: BNSF and Union Pacific. Reporting to the Sr. Manager of Train Operations, the Train Dispatcher Trainee is responsible for the movement of trains by train order. Supervise employees in the movement of trains. Maintain incident records. Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Candidates can expect salary offers that range from the minimum to the mid-point of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges, so candidate can consider their growth potential. Clickhereto learn more about our benefits! Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration. Requirements Must possess a minimum of one year experience within the last ten years working as a control operator, yardmaster, train dispatcher, engineer, conductor, trainmaster, air traffic controller, maritime dispatcher, power station load dispatcher or other similar position in a transportation related field requiring critical thinking and decision making skills in a stressful environment. Required to pass the General Code of Operating Rules and Train Dispatcher and Control Operator Rules prior to completing the training period. Be able to work with minimum supervision and have the ability to make decisions under stressful circumstances. Good communication skills and good color vision are required. Must be available for all shifts including holidays, weekends and short notice calls. Metra employees in an active review period under the current discipline policy or who have documented attendance or performance issues will not be considered and/or selected for this position.