Central Control Operator

Central Control Operator 1Central Control Operator (CCO) Newark Liberty International Airport | Newark, NJ Union Position | Starting Pay $25.76/hr | Certification Rate $28.55/hr | Overtime Eligible | 24/7 Operations At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signaling, and digital mobility, we offer our customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide. Could you be the full-time Central Control Operator (CCO) at Newark Liberty International Airport we're looking for?Why Join Alstom?Starting pay of $25.76 per hourPay increase to $28.55 per hour upon successful completion of required training and CCO certificationUnion-represented positionOvertime eligible (non-exempt position)Paid training and certification programStable, long-term career with a global transportation leaderOpportunities for career growth in operations, supervision, and transportation managementWork in a mission-critical environment that keeps millions of passengers moving safelyCompensation & Union Information This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement and is a union-represented role. In accordance with New Jersey pay transparency requirements, the anticipated hourly pay range for this position is $25.76-$28.55 USD per hour, depending on training and certification status. New hires typically begin at $25.76 USD per hour, paid bi-weekly. This position is classified as non-exempt and is eligible for overtime pay. Upon successful completion of all required Central Control Operator training and achievement of CCO certification, the hourly rate increases to $28.55 USD per hour. Employees may also be eligible for additional benefits and programs available under the applicable collective bargaining agreement.Your Future Role Take on a new challenge and apply your operations, dispatching, or control center expertise in a fast-paced airport transportation environment. Working alongside dedicated operations and maintenance professionals, you'll help ensure safe, reliable, and efficient movement of passengers throughout Newark Liberty International Airport's automated transportation system. In this role, you'll monitor train operations, support service delivery, coordinate maintenance access, manage power distribution activities, respond to operational incidents, and communicate with multiple stakeholders to keep service running safely and efficiently.We'll look to you for:Safely managing train movements and daily transportation operationsMonitoring control systems and operating conditionsSupporting incident response and service recovery effortsCoordinating work permits and access for maintenance teamsMaintaining clear and effective radio and operational communicationsFollowing established safety rules, procedures, and operating standardsAll About You We value passion and attitude over experience. That's why we don't expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we've listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:Associate degree in a technical discipline or related fieldExperience in operations, dispatching, transportation, logistics, utilities, manufacturing, airport operations, military operations, emergency services, or similar environmentsStrong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Windows applicationsAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced, safety-sensitive environmentStrong communication and problem-solving skillsAbility to make sound decisions under pressureWillingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overnight schedulesCommitment to safety and operational excellenceAdditional Requirements Safety-sensitive position Subject to random drug and alcohol testing Ability to distinguish colors Successful completion of required entry assessments Successful completion of a 10-year background investigation Ability to work in a 24/7 operationImportant to note As a global business, we're an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the countries we operate in. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.