What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bulletin# 03-15-26 Light Rail Operator position at Maryland Aviation Administration?
Description
LOCAL 1300
NOTICE OF JOB VACANCY
MARYLAND TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION
LIGHT RAIL OPERATOR VACANCIES
Only applications submitted in NEOGOV will be accepted.
Please Note: In order to be qualified, you must list and meet the qualifications according to the duties listed below, or your slip will be disapproved.
BULLETIN NO: 03-15-26 (2 Pins)
PIN# 903175, 903202
DAYS OF THE WEEK: Varies
HOURS OF WORK: Varies
LOCATION: 344 West North Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217
Duties
The Light Rail operator will perform the following duties:
Applicants must be able to perform the duties as outlined above.
Examination
You will be notified by email to take the written examination at 6 Saint Paul Street, 5th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202.
Applicant must possess a valid/current Class "B" (CDL) with "P" endorsement and a valid DOT Medical Certification at the time of hire/transfer.
Additional Information
ELIGIBILITY: Consideration will be given to all qualified members of A.T.U., Local 1300, as outlined below:
Apply through NEOGOV only. When viewing this job announcement in NEOGOV, click on the Menu tab at the top left of the screen, and then click on MTA Union Bids. Select the menu in the top left corner of the job opportunities screen. You must register for a NeoGov account. Once registered, you will be able to bid and or apply for positions with MTA and other MDOT agencies.
CC: Michael McMillan, Jeanette Henderson
MTA Does Not Discriminate Based on Age, Ancestry, Color, Creed, Gender Identity or Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Mental or Physical Disability, National Origin, Race, Religious Affiliation, Belief or Opinion, Sex, Or Sexual Orientation or any other protected status.
Reasonable Accommodations for Persons with Disabilities will be Provided as Requested.
Employees should adhere to all safety rules, policies, regulations, and personal protective equipment requirements to support a safe and healthy working environment. Employees may attend and participate in safety meetings, be aware of hazards in their work area, and should report hazards, unsafe acts, near misses, injuries, and accidents immediately. To support a safe and healthy work environment, employees must refrain from willful violations of safety rules and procedures, reckless and negligent behavior, involvement in criminal activities, and the misuse of drugs or alcohol. Failure to adhere to this requirement may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination. Employees may only perform work for which they have the appropriate safety training.
To support a safe and healthy work environment, employees must refrain from willful violations of safety rules and procedures, reckless and negligent behavior, involvement in criminal activities, and the misuse of drugs or alcohol. Failure to adhere to this requirement may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination. Employees may only perform work for which they have the appropriate safety trainingEqual Opportunity Employer.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
LOCAL 1300
NOTICE OF JOB VACANCY
MARYLAND TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION
LIGHT RAIL OPERATOR VACANCIES
- This is a promotional opportunity for all MTA Employees Only***
Only applications submitted in NEOGOV will be accepted.
Please Note: In order to be qualified, you must list and meet the qualifications according to the duties listed below, or your slip will be disapproved.
BULLETIN NO: 03-15-26 (2 Pins)
PIN# 903175, 903202
DAYS OF THE WEEK: Varies
HOURS OF WORK: Varies
LOCATION: 344 West North Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217
Duties
The Light Rail operator will perform the following duties:
- Monitors console and radio communications to ensure that the vehicles are operating within established guidelines.
- Manually operates controls to open and close passengers' doors.
- Manually pushes the Proceed button, observing operating conditions and monitoring all lights, gauges, and equipment in the vehicle cab
- Makes announcements to passengers regarding arrivals, transfer points, delays, and emergencies, and responds to passenger questions.
- Maintains logs of work activities
- Uses a variety of communication equipment, including a public-address system, two-way radios, and emergency telephones.
- Manually throw track switches as required to establish a route for train movements when directed by the Light Rail Control Supervisor during emergencies, power outages, and switch or signal malfunction periods.
- Line work involving revenue includes pick-up, store, and change trains as required in the yard, online, or in terminal areas.
- Yard work includes make-up of trains, shifting (including coupling and uncoupling), running cars through the washer, and other related duties as required.
Applicants must be able to perform the duties as outlined above.
Examination
You will be notified by email to take the written examination at 6 Saint Paul Street, 5th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202.
- Date: April 16th, 2026
- Time: 9am & 10am
- Location: 6 Saint Paul Street, 5th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202
Applicant must possess a valid/current Class "B" (CDL) with "P" endorsement and a valid DOT Medical Certification at the time of hire/transfer.
Additional Information
ELIGIBILITY: Consideration will be given to all qualified members of A.T.U., Local 1300, as outlined below:
- Any qualified member of Local 1300 now employed in the Operating Dept.
- All other MTA Employees
Apply through NEOGOV only. When viewing this job announcement in NEOGOV, click on the Menu tab at the top left of the screen, and then click on MTA Union Bids. Select the menu in the top left corner of the job opportunities screen. You must register for a NeoGov account. Once registered, you will be able to bid and or apply for positions with MTA and other MDOT agencies.
CC: Michael McMillan, Jeanette Henderson
MTA Does Not Discriminate Based on Age, Ancestry, Color, Creed, Gender Identity or Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Mental or Physical Disability, National Origin, Race, Religious Affiliation, Belief or Opinion, Sex, Or Sexual Orientation or any other protected status.
Reasonable Accommodations for Persons with Disabilities will be Provided as Requested.
Employees should adhere to all safety rules, policies, regulations, and personal protective equipment requirements to support a safe and healthy working environment. Employees may attend and participate in safety meetings, be aware of hazards in their work area, and should report hazards, unsafe acts, near misses, injuries, and accidents immediately. To support a safe and healthy work environment, employees must refrain from willful violations of safety rules and procedures, reckless and negligent behavior, involvement in criminal activities, and the misuse of drugs or alcohol. Failure to adhere to this requirement may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination. Employees may only perform work for which they have the appropriate safety training.
To support a safe and healthy work environment, employees must refrain from willful violations of safety rules and procedures, reckless and negligent behavior, involvement in criminal activities, and the misuse of drugs or alcohol. Failure to adhere to this requirement may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination. Employees may only perform work for which they have the appropriate safety trainingEqual Opportunity Employer.
Equal Opportunity Employer.