Connecticut Careers Trainee - Rail Officer 1 - Facility Operations Specialist
Connecticut Careers Trainee
Target Class: Rail Officer 1- Facility Operations Specialist
Recruitment #250717-1993FS-001
Location
New Haven, CT
Date Opened
7/24/2025 12:00:00 AM
Salary
$55,328 - $76,156/year *See Salary Note Below
Job Type
Open to the Public
Close Date
8/7/2025 11:59:00 PM
Do you want to shape the future of transportation in Connecticut? If you’re interested in starting an exciting career with CTDOT, read below and apply today!
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT), Bureau of Public Transportation, Office of Rail has an exciting Connecticut Careers Trainee – Rail Officer 1 – Facility Operations Specialist entry level position available. This position is in the Rail Station – Operations and Maintenance section based in New Haven, Connecticut.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
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Professional growth and development opportunities
A healthy work/life balance to all employees
Join an award winning agency! CTDOT was recently awarded the Employer of the Year award by the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers (CSCE) and named the Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) CT Employer of the Year for 2024!
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
- Monday-Friday
- Full-time (40 hours/week)
- 1st Shift , 7:30AM - 4:00PM.
- New Haven, CT
THE ROLE:
- Working with the Department of Transportation team on the direct oversight of contracted partners for operation and maintenance of 50 rail station/facility properties located throughout the state of Connecticut.
- This position requires working in a dynamic environment, including a combination of in-office and off-site field inspection and travel via train and motor vehicle.
- Candidates will be required to apply strong written and oral communication skills.
- You will be expected to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license. Please list your Driver’s license number, expiration date, and issuing State in the "Licenses and Professional Certifications" section of your application. If applicable, please also list any other job-relevant licenses or certifications you hold.
ABOUT US:
- As one of Connecticut’s largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five bureaus. It is the DOT's mission to improve quality of life through transportation. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving environmental and cultural resources. The Department of Transportation is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve. Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged.