Metro Subway/Light Rail Controller (DOT Non-Exempt IV)

About the Role: As a Controller for Metro Subway or Light Rail operations, you'll play a vital role at the MTA! In the Control Center, you'll engage in exciting real-time monitoring and decision-making to ensure our rail system operates seamlessly and efficiently. Join us in making a difference! In this critical role, you will: Monitor and manage train movements using the Central Supervisory Control System. Adjust routes and track alignments across the Mainline, Yard storage tracks, and Yard transition areas. Coordinate with Yard personnel to launch, sequence, and maintain daily train schedules. Communicate with field supervisors and managers regarding operational issues, service impacts, and safety concerns. Monitor system infrastructure, including Power Substations, Facilities, and SCADA.Handle alert notifications, data entry, and communications essential to maintaining service continuity. Controllers play an integral role in supporting safe, reliable, and timely transit service. This position requires rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays, within a 24-hour operation. Why This Role Matters!! Control Room Controllers are the heartbeat of MTA Rail Operations. Your decisions help: Keep Marylanders safely moving Support emergency and incident response Maintain service reliability for millions of annual riders Protect infrastructure and ensure system-wide coordination If you're calm under pressure, attentive to detail, and motivated by helping your community this is a chance to make a real impact every single day. Benefits & Career Growth!! MTA offers an outstanding total compensation package, including: Excellent State of Maryland employee benefits Retirement plans with employer contribution Robust training and career development Opportunities for advancement within Rail Operations Employee transportation benefits This is an MTA position-specific recruitment for a generic job classification. The resulting eligible list will be used only to fill this MTA position/function under TSHRS. Applicants must reapply for any future recruitment for this classification.