The City Of New York and the New York City Transit Authority are looking to hire train operators.

WHAT THE JOB INVOLVES: Train Operators, under supervision, have direct responsibility for the safe, timely and proper operation of New York City Transit Authority multi-unit subway cars, subway service cars and trains in accordance with the rules, regulations and special instructions governing such operation. They operate trains in revenue and non-revenue road service, and in yard or terminal service; prepare trains for road service and switch cars in yards; in revenue road service, convey passengers over assigned routes; may open and close doors in stations and terminals; may make announcements; in non-revenue road service, operate work trains and revenue collection trains; in yards and terminal service, switch cars, prepare trains for road service and operate trains between yards and terminals; convey trains into barns and shops for inspection and repair, and through car washes for cleaning; wear a prescribed uniform; and perform related work.

THE SALARY: The current minimum salary is $26.9900 per hour. This rate is subject to change. In addition, you receive night and weekend differentials, paid holidays, vacations and sick leave, a comprehensive health plan and a pension plan.

APPLICATION FEE:
$60.00 Payable by mail by money order to DCAS (EXAMS) or payable online by credit card, bank card or debit card.

THE TEST DATE:
The multiple-choice test is expected to be held on Saturday, June 6, 2009.

For more info click on this link to download the full application instructions.