Rail Cleaner

Note: This position is open exclusively to current Herzog employees. Applications from individuals who are not currently employed by Herzog will not be considered.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Cleaning & Servicing
  • Perform interior and exterior cleaning of DMU passenger equipment, including vacuuming, mopping, dusting, window cleaning, and washing of car bodies and components in accordance with CapMetro standards and applicable health/safety guidelines.
  • Service and empty waste retention systems and trash receptacles; properly handle and dispose of waste materials.
  • Sand, fuel, and service DMUs as required.
• Yard Operations & Equipment Support
  • Assist with or perform authorized movements of DMUs within yard limits when qualified as MFOE/MFOC or under the direction of qualified personnel.
  • Operate forklifts, light mobile equipment, and similar equipment when trained and authorized.
  • Assist technicians with basic mechanical support tasks, material handling, and staging of equipment or parts as directed.
• Safety & Regulatory Compliance
  • Apply and maintain CapMetro Blue Flag Protection and comply with all Roadway Worker Protection (49 CFR 214) requirements when working on or near track and equipment.
  • Participate in required safety training, emergency‑preparedness drills, and equipment familiarization.
  • Maintain proper care and use of cleaning equipment, tools, materials, and personal protective equipment.
• Facility Housekeeping & Fleet Readiness
  • Maintain shop, yard, and facility cleanliness; perform general housekeeping and support functions.
• Documentation & Reporting
  • Accurately complete required records and reports related to cleaning, servicing, and any designated inspection or movement activities.
• CapMetro SMS Support & Other Duties Assigned
  • Support Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s Safety Management Systems (SMS) process by ensuring staff follows safety and security policies, considers safety in every action, and reports safety and security concerns.
  • Perform other rail‑related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two (2) years of experience in manual labor, industrial cleaning, or equipment servicing preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required training and designations under the CapMetro Mechanical Training, Qualification, and Designation Program, including at minimum:
  • CapMetro Blue Flag Protection
  • Roadway Worker Protection / On‑Track Safety (49 CFR 214)
  • North Operations Physical Characteristics
  • New Hire Safety Training and applicable emergency systems familiarization
  • Forklift operation (as applicable)
• Valid driver’s license required for positions involving operation of company vehicles or motorized equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in railroad, transit, or industrial cleaning/servicing environments.
• Upon successful completion of CapMetro formal Training, Qualification, and Designation Program (including knowledge demonstration and practical evaluation), may be designated as a qualified person to perform or assist with exterior and/or interior calendar‑day mechanical inspections under 49 CFR 238.303/238.305 and 229.21(c).
• CapMetro retains sole discretion over designation based on demonstrated competency and operational need.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of safe cleaning practices, chemical handling (HAZCOM), and use of commercial cleaning equipment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and established procedures.
• Ability to work safely around moving equipment, uneven surfaces, and in varying weather conditions.
• Basic mechanical aptitude preferred for support of equipment movement and simple assist tasks.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and progress through CapMetro qualification and designation pathways.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Competency with operating forklifts, tractors, or similar equipment.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Work is performed in shop, yard, and field environments at CapMetro North Operations and related facilities. Conditions include moderate to high noise levels, varying lighting, exposure to weather extremes, uneven surfaces, moving rail equipment, cleaning chemicals, and waste materials. Employees may be required to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and other hours as operationally required. The role demands the ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop, climb, kneel, and reach vertically and horizontally throughout the workday, and to function in an environment with constant interruptions and changing operational priorities. Frequent physical demands include lifting and carrying up to 50 lb regularly (occasionally heavier loads with assistance or mechanical aids). Employees must use telephones, radios, cleaning equipment, tools, and other required equipment, maintain regular and predictable attendance, wear all required personal protective equipment, and strictly comply with CapMetro Blue Flag Protection, Roadway Worker Protection (49 CFR 214), and all applicable CapMetro and FRA safety rules. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Mobility Status

As an onsite position, the incumbent’s primary workplace is a CapMetro facility or field location. Expected to work in the office or field location four or more days per week. Mobility status is subject to change at any time based on business needs or organizational decisions.

Safety Sensitive Position

This position is identified as an FTA safety‑sensitive position. The employee is required to participate in the employer’s testing program for prohibited substances. Participation is a condition of employment with CapMetro. A safety‑sensitive employee is randomly tested for prohibited drug use or alcohol misuse while performing safety‑sensitive functions, just before performing such functions, or just after ceasing to perform them.