DMU Engineer

Overview

Herzog Transit Services, Inc. is currently seeking a DMU Engineer in Austin, TX to join our team.

This is a non-exhaustive overview of the job duties for this position.

• Safe and efficient operation of a passenger train.
• Maintain qualifications as required by Federal regulation and company policy.
• Interact with passengers and make on‑board announcements.
• Receives and complies with en route instructions from Dispatch Center.
• Reports to the proper authority any and all deficiencies and safety concerns encountered on the rail corridor.
• Reports mechanical malfunctions and coordinates with the mechanical department to correct mechanical or safety problems identified on equipment.
• Prepares reports as required.
• Follows all other instructions from Company Officers.
• Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
• Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Being a current Federal Railroad Administration Certified Locomotive Engineer is requirement.
• Must be able to operate passenger train equipment in compliance with Federal and State regulations, General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR), Air Brake & Train Handling Rules, Timetables and Special Instructions, and Safety Rules.
• Three years of safe, increasingly responsible railroad experience as a certified locomotive engineer; experience in passenger rail operations is preferable, but not required.
• Must not have had any railroad operating rule violations or any positive drug and alcohol test results within the past five years.
• Must be capable of communicating clearly and effectively with others.
• Initiates and responds to oral and written communication.

• Subject to pre‑employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and endorsements as required per position.
• Pass pre‑employment DOT physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position.
  • This position requires you to pass and maintain a DOT medical evaluation to drive a Herzog commercial vehicle.
• Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.

The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role. This position will be physically demanding s is a non‑exhaustive overview of the physical requirements of this job.

• Able to walk on uneven surfaces up to one‑half mile.
• Maintain balance for an extended period of time while train is in motion.
• Must be able to be aware of surroundings and follow verbal commands while being exposed to moderately loud noises on a daily basis.
• Work in a confined access/space environment with a width of 16 inches.
• Must be able to adapt to various temperature extremes including but not limited to heat, cold, moisture and wind.
• Regularly sit and stand for an extended period of time.
• Able to tolerate repetitive movements, squatting/bending, and overhead reaching.
• Able to lift up to shoulder height and horizontally transfer up to 35 pounds for a distance up to 10 feet.
• Regularly kneel, bend, squat for extended periods of time.
• Regularly reach overhead.
• Regularly grasp/squeeze equipment with a force up to 20 pounds.
• Regularly ascend/descend a platform with a height of up to 36 inches from the floor.
• Regularly ascend and descend an 8‑step ladder while carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position.
• Must be able to hear and distinguish auditory signals as required by the position.
• Able to work in a safety sensitive work environment.

• Herzog is nationally recognized for its excellent corporate safety record which results from all employees at all levels, in all positions adhering to established policies and procedures. Reporting any and all safety violations to your immediate supervisor is a prerequisite for continued employment. Safety diligence by all results…