What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bulletin# 03-15-26 Light Rail Operator position at Maryland Department of Transportation?
LOCAL 1300
NOTICE OF JOB VACANCY
MARYLAND TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION
LIGHT RAIL OPERATOR VACANCIES
***This is a promotional opportunity for all MTA Employees Only***
NOTICE OF JOB VACANCY
MARYLAND TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION
LIGHT RAIL OPERATOR VACANCIES
***This is a promotional opportunity for all MTA Employees Only***
For consideration, please submit your bid application in NEOGOV. To apply using NeoGov click on the Menu tab at the top left of the screen, and then click on MTA Union Bids.
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.Only applications submitted in NEOGOV will be accepted.
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.
Qualifications
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.
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
Licenses & Certifications
Applicant must possess a valid/current Class "B" (CDL) with "P" endorsement and a valid DOT Medical Certification at the time of hire/transfer.