Tunnel and Bridge Agent

Those hired for the position will be required to successfully complete the Emergency Medical First Responder Certification Test, Basic Garage Training and On-the-job training (OJT), and Emergency Garage Training and related OJT which includes classes and hands-on work with heavy duty towing and recovery, vehicle firefighting, vehicle extrication, and Haz-Mat operations.

TBAs undergo a 9-week combined basic training and on-the-job training (OJT), where they are taught Professional First Aid, tunnel operations, emergency procedures, incident command, basic fire behavior, fire extinguisher handling, hazardous materials identification, and wheel lift operations. Once TBAs have obtained their Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with the required endorsements, they then attend advanced training. During the approximately 10-week advanced training program and OJT, TBAs are instructed on all advanced job functions including heavy duty towing and recovery, vehicle firefighting, hazardous materials operations, and vehicle extrications are required to successfully complete training and obtain the required licenses/certifications as specified at the start of training; failure to do so may result in termination from employment.

The TBA position requires working under the following conditions:

• Work requires significant physical exertion.
• Work in confined areas in tunnels 5-6 hours per day when on tunnel patrol.
• Work in areas of high traffic noise levels.
• Work in traffic lanes when stoppages and other emergencies occur.
• Work in all types of weather conditions.
• Work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• TBAs must wear a self-contained breathing apparatus when responding to emergencies.
• TBAs must wear a uniform and equipment that require incumbents to conform safety regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must present the following qualifications to be considered eligible for this position:

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of one (1) year of work experience working in a field operations or public safety capacity, or as an emergency responder.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• IMPORTANT INFORMATION: BEFORE the first day of employment, applicants without a Class A CDL must obtain a Class A CDL Permit with the following tests successfully completed:
  • Core knowledge
  • Combo vehicle
  • Air Brake
  • Combination
  • Towing
  • Tank Truck

You will be required to obtain a Class A CDL license during training. A Class A CDL completion deadline will be given to you once training begins. Applicants should refer to the following websites for further information on obtaining a CDL:

http://www.state.nj.us/mvc/Commercial/CommercialDriver.htm

-OR-

http://www.nydmv.state.ny.us/cdl.htm

Desired Qualifications

Ideal candidates will present the following profile:

• Understand facility operating and emergency procedures.
• Ability to operate emergency vehicles and emergency response equipment.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills.
• Familiarity with hand tools and basic knowledge of automotive operation and maintenance is desirable.

At the Port Authority of NY & NJ, our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive

workplace is unwavering. We recognize that not every candidate may meet every single

desired qualification outlined in the position description. We also welcome applications

from military veterans and their spouses and will review resumes for related experiences. If

you are interested in this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with all

qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

Selection Process

Qualified candidates will be assessed via a written exam, practical exam, and interview.

For this position, the following skills will be assessed:

• Memorization
• Deductive Reasoning
• Inductive Reasoning
• Written Comprehension
• Written Expression
• Information Ordering
• Spatial Orientation
• Problem Sensitivity
• Mechanical Aptitude

Successful written-test candidates will be invited to participate in a hands-on performance test that will measure the candidate's strength and speed in the performance of the duties of the TBA job title.

Candidates who pass the performance test will be invited to participate in an interview that will measure candidates' abilities in areas such as:

• Situational Judgment
• Problem Sensitivity
• Flexibility
• Decision Making
• Customer Service
• Oral Communication

Register to take the written test at a time and date using the link that will be provided via email. The sooner you take the test, the better. Testing sites are open seven days a week.

Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a

background check. Only applicants under consideration will be contacted.

Compensation & Benefits

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers an outstanding benefits package

and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

The starting salary for the Tunnel and Bridge Agent position is: $21.03 hourly. This salary is subject to the collective bargaining agreement for this position.

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How to Apply:

Interested candidates should apply to this job by clicking on the "Apply Now" button and submitting a resume. The Port Authority of NY & NJ welcomes veteran and military spouse applications.

Only applicants under consideration will be contacted.

About PATH:

The Port Authority Trans Hudson Corporation (PATH), an FRA-regulated commuter railroad, is the primary transit link between Manhattan and New Jersey communities and suburban commuter railroads. Carrying over 75 million passengers per year, PATH trains run 24 hours a day, seven days a week, one of the few 24-hour systems in the world. Since the early 20th Century, PATH and its predecessor, the Hudson & Manhattan Railroad, have carried passengers between New Jersey and points in Midtown and Lower Manhattan, serving as a key link in the region's transportation network and as a catalyst for continued residential, commercial and employment growth.

PATH operates 24 hours per day/7 days per week/365 days per year. Employees are required to work weekends, holidays, atypical hours (evening and midnight shifts) and during inclement weather conditions. Incumbents may be subjected to mandatory overtime at the beginning or end of their scheduled tour, or on their days off. A union seniority system dictates work schedules for jobs represented by one of PATH's unions, and time off may not be immediately available during the usual summer and holiday periods. Working conditions will be challenging, including but not limited to inclement weather, direct contact with the public, in tunnel and outside areas during active train service, and an industrial environment. Commitment to attendance is expected and required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey/Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.