FrontRunner Operator Trainee
Company: Utah Transit Authority
Location: Centerville
Posted on: July 2, 2025
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Job Description:
FrontRunner Operator Trainee *All UTA Operators can enjoy a
$2,000 Hiring Incentive. Ask for details Responsible for operating
UTA trains on the mainline or yard tracks. Trains consist of
locomotives and commuter rail passenger vehicles (CRVs). Required
to follow UTA and Federal guidelines, operating rules, and
procedures. Will assume responsibility for the safety of customers
and equipment. Performs routine vehicle inspections to ensure
proper operation (such as pre-service radio check, cab signal test,
cycling of doors, mirror adjustment, and class 1A and class 2 brake
inspections, etc.). Communicates appropriate information to Rail
Traffic Control, customers, supervisors, train hosts, and others
designated to receive such information. As assigned, duties will
include walking the train cars between stations performing security
sweeps while assisting passengers and answering questions from
customers and others, and occasionally operating track switches to
ensure proper routing. Pay Rate: $20.00/hr during training.
$25.16/hr after training with guaranteed pay increases every six
months for the next four years up to $29.41/hr. Minimum
Qualifications Education/Training Candidates must successfully
complete a required training program, including passing a
pre-qualification exam, a physical essential job duties test, and
all other required exams. Experience Two years in a customer
service role providing face-to-face instructions and clarifying
information with the ability to solve problems and resolve customer
inquiries. At least 21 years of age. Must have a valid Utah
Driver’s License. Be a safe driver with no more than 2 moving
violations in the past 3 years. Have no violations of driving under
the influence of alcohol, any drug, or the combined influence of
any alcohol or drug within the last 10 years. Communicate with
supervisors and customers and maintain good interpersonal relations
both orally and over the radio Prepare legible written reports of
incidents and accidents Pass FRA required Audiometric and
Colorblind tests Acquire and maintain a DOT Medical card Perform
the physical requirements of the job to include regular walking in
a quick manner on uneven surfaces, floor to waist lifting up to 50
lbs regularly, reaching/lifting overhead up to 10 lbs, climbing
into and out of a locomotive at non-station locations, kneeling and
working in tight spaces to lace trains, and prolonged periods of
sitting and standing Read and understand training materials,
operating manuals & operating and safety rules directives Operate a
train safely Pass a rules test every year Recertify license every 3
years Meet schedule demands, scheduled shifts, and scheduled
departures Benefits Offered: Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D,
and more Onsite Health and Wellness Clinics for medical care at no
cost to employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependent
children 14 days of accrued paid time off for the first year of
employment, and 19 days of accrued paid time off after the first
year of employment 10 paid holidays, additional floating holidays
will be awarded with tenure Retirement options - Pension Plan
Generous tuition reimbursement for higher education (bachelor,
master, or PHD) Training, development, and career advancement
opportunities Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and child
placement (after 12 months of employment) Free transit passes for
employees, their spouses, and their dependent children Employee
assistance program UTA Wellness program Free on-site fitness
facilities (discounted membership to VASA Fitness and EoS Fitness),
discounted cell phone plans, and pet insurance options Our mission
is to move Utah. We are proud to be powered by our diverse teams
across departments, who work together to make that mission a
reality. Their ingenuity and passion make better transportation
accessible for our community. Our team has shaped our culture,
making our work environment a place where people can build their
careers for years to come. We hope you become one of them!
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