TriMet begins rolling out new security phones at MAX stations October 18, 2024 by Tyler Graf Blue-light phones give people a direct line of communication with TriMet’s security staff around the clock A new resource for connecting to TriMet’s 24/7 security hotline has started to appear at MAX stations. To seek it out, just look for the blue light. In a first for TriMet, “blue-light security phones” are being installed at […]
(VIDEO) TriMet observes See Tracks? Think Train® rail safety week with six safety tips September 23, 2024 by Tyler Graf Recognizing the potential dangers is the first step in being safe around train tracks TriMet is asking everyone to pledge to make safe decisions around rail tracks, as we observe See Tracks? Think Train® rail safety week, Sept. 23-29. This is an opportunity to educate the public and raise awareness to reduce the number of […]
(VIDEO) Now training! Recruitment drives record-setting flood of MAX operator applicants August 9, 2024 by Tyler Graf More than 850 people applied, 50 were hired, following TrIMet’s first-ever public recruitment of MAX operators An unprecedented hiring initiative led to the one of the biggest waves of job applications in TriMet’s history, adding to a pool of candidates that will help fill vacant operator positions in the short and long term. More than […]
TriMet shuttle buses will move riders around Sunday’s partial-day closure as crews tackle regional graffiti along I-84 July 10, 2024 by Tyler Graf Comprehensive efforts spearheaded by the Oregon governor’s office and the Oregon Department of Transportation will require a partial-day disruption to MAX Blue, Green and Red lines MAX Blue, Green and Red lines will be disrupted for part of Sunday, July 14, between NE 7th Ave and the Gateway/NE 99th Ave Transit Center for graffiti and […]
TriMet to increase enforcement of fares, other rules, to improve the riding experience June 24, 2024 by Tyler Graf More enforcement and accountability aimed at making transit system cleaner, safer and more accessible TriMet is redoubling enforcement of our rules for riding to improve cleanliness and accessibility on board while addressing inappropriate behavior. This is part of our ongoing and long-term efforts to give riders a better overall experience. Beginning July 1, our safety […]
TriMet’s newest trains need room to test this June along the MAX Red Line June 5, 2024 by Tyler Graf From June 16-21, nightly MAX service between PDX and Gateway will be disrupted beginning at 7:30 p.m. A milestone approaches for TriMet’s newest trains before they enter regular service: testing on the MAX Red Line. It will happen this June over six consecutive nights. To provide dedicated space for testing, the Red Line will experience […]
TRIMET’S HIRING! MAX operator positions open to external candidates for first time April 26, 2024 by Tyler Graf Non-TriMet employees are now eligible to apply directly for MAX operator jobs and enter training pipeline TriMet is offering a fast track to a career in light rail operations. For the first time ever, we are seeking candidates from outside TriMet who are interested in becoming MAX operators. This comes as TriMet continues our biggest […]
(VIDEO) TriMet doubles down on deep cleaning as widespread system upgrades continue April 23, 2024 by Tyler Graf Transit centers, rail stations and vehicles are focus of efforts to improve cleanliness, safety and the overall riding experience Equipped with grabber claws and bright orange buckets, members of TriMet’s specially trained “Clean Team” receive the ‘all clear’ from their lookout to start walking the tracks when MAX trains have passed. Once on the tracks, […]
Gresham MAX Improvements Project requires 7-day disruption to TriMet’s MAX Blue Line in April March 27, 2024 by Tyler Graf Improvements are coming to a rail crossing in the heart of Gresham, work that will increase the durability of the MAX system and create a better commute for riders and motorists alike. For crews to complete the work, a section of the MAX Blue Line will be closed between E 172nd Avenue and Cleveland Ave […]
TriMet continues moving forward on bus and MAX service improvements March 22, 2024 by Tyler Graf Proposals aimed at adding and expanding bus service, improving MAX maintenance and reliability and speeding up trains head before TriMet Board March 27 TriMet’s Board of Directors will take up proposals next week at their March meeting that are geared toward improving bus and MAX service. They’ll begin considering two ordinances, one for our Fiscal […]
