Cleaner, Rail

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, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website. We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Metro Transit
, a division of the Metropolitan Council, is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides more than 80 million rides a year through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter train, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike in the Twin Cities.

Cleaner, Rail:
This position performs interior cleaning of light rail vehicles during revenue service to maintain cleanliness by utilizing staff to sweep and mop trains when arriving at terminal end points. This position strives to provide neat, clean LRT vehicles to maximize our customer’s positive commuting experience while riding the Light Rail Transit system.

Hourly Pay Range:
For candidates newly hired into the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) contract, starting wage is set by the ATU contract. Internal hires will follow Metropolitan Council's union wage guidelines.

Hire: $23.39 hourly
After year one: $26.74 (based on ATU salary rates starting 8/1/2025)
After year two: $30.38 (Subject to contract change, based on ATU salary rates starting 8/1/2025)
After year three: $33.42 (Subject to contract change, based on ATU salary rates starting 8/1/2025)

Shift differential: shift differential of five percent (5%) for all hours worked in a shift scheduled to end between 8:00 PM and 11:59 PM, and seven percent (7%) for all hours worked in a shift scheduled to end between 12:00 AM and 7:00 AM and/or scheduled to start between the hours of 10:00 PM and 3:00 AM.

This recruitment may establish a six (6) month eligibility list for current and future vacancies if we have multiple qualified candidates.

• Performs interior cleaning of light rail vehicles including sweeping, mopping, wiping surfaces down, and graffiti removal.
• Swipes, brushes, vacuums and removes debris.
• Mopping up spills.
• Wipe down surfaces with visible dirt, stains, etc.
• Remove minor graffiti.
• Communicates with train operator and rail control center about biohazards, graffiti, visible defects, and safety issues.
• Notify control center or operator about maintenance or safety issues.
• Tapes off area of biohazard situation.
• Carries a radio to communicate with Rail Operations staff.
• Operates truck to transport cleaning supplies and trash disposal.
• Transport all cleaning equipment/supplies to terminal locations.
• Gather trash bags and load into vehicle.
• Dispose of trash bags in trash compactor at maintenance facility.
• Performs related work as apparent or assigned.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience cleaning the interior and exterior of large passenger vehicles or trains is desired.

• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

• Knowledge of cleaning and light maintenance supplies.
• Knowledge of general cleaning procedures.
• Ability to operate various cleaning and maintenance equipment e.g. power washer, vacuum cleaners, push/pull carts etc.
• Ability to read and understand instructions and warning labels.
• Ability to record numbers legibly. Must be able to read and write.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Promotes an equitable, positive and respectful work environment that values cultural and diversity among all employees. Requires tact, courtesy and cooperation in dealings with others.

ATU/Grade 13

Non-Exempt

Yes. Subject to random non-DOT drug tests.

Work is performed in a maintenance facility setting with and without cover. May require working in wet, hot, cold, and humid conditions. Must be able to climb in and out of train cars and up and down locomotive steps consistently throughout shift. Works near moving parts and equipment and in the…