Diesel Rail Controller

工作内容

Requisition ID: 353 

Department: Transit Services Dept. 

Service: Transit Operations Service 

Employment Type: Up to 2 Full-time Continuous Positions

Work Hours: 40.00 /hours per week

Affiliation: CUPE 5500

Salary Information: $40.501 - 43.927 per hour (2020 rates of pay)

Location: Transit Service, 1500 St.Laurent

875 Belfast Rd. TOCC

Job Category: Administrative Jobs

Application Close: 18/10/2021

Job Summary

The integrated, multi-modal Transit Operations Control Centre serves as the main location and point of coordination from which all aspects of bus, Para Transit, electric light rail and diesel light rail services are controlled and operational decisions are made regarding planned and unplanned activity affecting bus, rail and Para Transit services as well as internal and external stakeholders involved in emergency response services. There are three levels of events in the operation of the TOCC: normal events that are minimally disruptive to service, special events that affect service continuity, and emergency events involving significant safety or security incidents.

You are responsible for the safe operation and control of the Trillium Line light rail network and good service for customers including control and oversight for all light rail vehicle movements, enforcement of Operating Rules, adherence to safety critical procedures and monitoring of other safety and security systems including tunnel ventilation, fire, access control, and building management. You are required to use various communication technologies (radio, telephone, O365, passenger information systems, and public address systems) to keep staff and customers informed of operational activities, and have the authority to control and manage all personnel and vehicle activity on the mainline including vehicle movements, track authorities for personnel accessing the track, and maintenance vehicles accessing the track.

You also use the signalling and train control system (S&TCS) to troubleshoot system issues and vehicle faults, load operating schedules and train timetables, monitor on-time performance and system delays, dispatch light rail vehicles, and communicate with Light Rail Operators.

In Addition, You

• manage track access including implementation of track authorities
• are required to operate SCADA to monitor and control various information systems, mechanical systems, and electrical systems as part of operating station elements
• track and monitor delays and other incidents and report on these items on a daily basis
• work closely with technical staff to support technical investigations and review system performance on an ongoing basis
• implement safety and hazard controls for other groups
• interface with other Transit Operations teams to ensure that customers and staff are apprised of operating conditions, system issues, and other events
• provide functional rail dispatch and control supervision to Light Rail Operators
  
  

Education And Experience

Two-year community college diploma in a technical, electrical or computer program or related field

All Candidates Must Be Able To Take And Pass The Following In-house Courses (designed By Transit Next Group And OC Transpo’s Rail Training Unit)

• Canadian Rail Operating Rules
• Train Control Operations
• SCADA and Tunnel Ventilation Operations
• Building Management and Communications Operations
• Light Rail Operator Training
• Other operational training as required
  
  

Six years experience in one of the following areas or a combination of:

Canadian rail regulations, rail operations, transportation control, dispatching, or incident/emergency management;

plus

Demonstrated experience in a high-volume and high-demanding operational environment

Demonstrated capability in using computer and communications technology

Ability to obtain Light Rail Vehicle Operator certification if required

Experience working in a Rail Transit environment, preferably with a federally regulated rail system, is desirable

Supervisory experience is an asset

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

Not applicable

KNOWLEDGE

• Canadian Rail Operating Rules
• CCTV system
• SCADA systems
• Technical knowledge and adaptability
• Vehicle equipment and components
• Signal systems and/or operation of track apparatus
• Radio communications protocol and emergency response techniques
• Dispute resolution techniques
• O-Train network
• Transit services and transit routes
• City/Branch policies and procedures affecting Transit Services, including standard operating procedures, emergency standing orders and control centre procedures
• Workplace occurrence and incident reporting
• Collective agreements covering ATU 279 employees
• Must be familiar with all applicable health and safety legislation, have knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the work place, and have knowledge of appropriate actions to be taken in order to ensure the health and safety of staff in accordance with applicable legislation and City policies and procedures.
  
  

Competencies, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to manage several different tasks at the same time while directing train movement
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing while working under pressure
• Must be able to differentiate between colours on the train control systems
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships and work collaboratively as part of a team
• Ability to analyze information and make independent decisions during high volume and stressful conditions
• Ability to work well under pressure with a high level of attention to detail
• Ability for sustained concentration over an extended period
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities
• Ability and willingness to work in a 24/7 operation
• Able to work overtime and on call when required
• Ability to sit at desk in control room environment for prolonged periods of time
  
  

What You Need To Know

• Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing
• Must pass medical testing at time of hire and on an on-going basis.
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
  
  

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from women, Aboriginal peoples and persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions.

The City of Ottawa provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the HR Service Centre (email: HRServiceCentre@Ottawa.ca) at 613-580-2424, extension 47411 HR Service Centre at 613-580-2424, extension 47411.

The City of Ottawa has a Mandatory Vaccination Policy which requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof of vaccination by November 1, 2021 as a condition of employment.