Overhead Power Trainee

Pay $28.78 - $36.17 / hour

Employment type

Full-Time

Req#: 3764664 The Overhead Catenary Systems Maintainer is an entry level Maintenance of Way (MOW) Maintenance position leading to the graduation from the Tri Met MOW Overhead Power Training Program as a Power Maintainer. Trainees are responsible for sufficiently completing all assigned formal training and On-the-Job Training (OJT) assignments. Trainees report to Tri Met MOW Training staff during formal training classes.

During OJT assignments, trainees work under MOW supervision of a Shop Shift Supervisor and/or Power Maintainer.

Ensure a commitment to safety through consistent and professional behaviors in performance of job requirements that demonstrate safety is a fundamental value that guides all aspects of our work. Perform related duties as required.

Serve as a good steward of Tri Met by regularly utilizing our transit system to maintain a strong and current understanding of customers’ experiences and of Tri Met’s product and service offerings. While in training and in the presence of a Power Maintainer:
• Inspect, trouble shoot, adjust, repair and maintain traction power substation equipment.
• Operate various maintenance equipment and tools as necessary.
• Use proper PPE and follow written safety policies and procedures such as Lock out tag out, arc flash procedures and grounding procedures etc.
• Conduct or assist in special traction electrification relay testing as necessary.
• Read single line drawings, troubleshooting and re-energizing substations during emergency situations.
• Maintain Tri Mets maintenance management system (MMIS).
• Support rail system track, signal and overhead wire maintenance during power disruptions and normal operations.
• Locate proper components and show proper procedures in maintaining inventory stock.
• Communicate using electronic devices such as radio and tablets.
A High School Diploma/GED or equivalent is required.
AND
An Associate's Degree in an electrical field is required.
OR
A combination of at least two (2) years of recent verifiable training and experience in electrical curriculum and/or high voltage electrical repair, which may include college, high school, military, or trade school mechanics courses and/or a regional occupational program.

Upon verification of prior experience, applicant must pass a qualifying written examination related to the selection criteria listed in the knowledge, skills and abilities below.

Possession of a valid and active driver's license for the past three (3) years and the ability to secure an Oregon or Washington CDL Class "A" license with "P" endorsement and no Air Brake restriction are required.
• Effectively use and operate the tools, computerized diagnostic test equipment and field equipment required for the repair and maintenance of Tri Met Light Rail OCS Equipment.
• Perform skilled work in connection with the inspection, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, operation, alteration and repair of the Tri Met Light Rail OCS System.
• Learn and effectively use personal computers and the Districts software programs for inventory and parts; completing work orders and reporting defects.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work using principles of good customer service.
• Must be available to work any day, Sunday through Saturday and Holidays as scheduled.
• Must be available to work any one of three shifts – day, evening, or late; as scheduled and report to any MOW maintenance facility.
• Must maintain the physical condition necessary to perform the following on a frequent or continual basis:
• Stand, transport oneself from equipment location to equipment location in the Rail Right-of-Way and safely access the Right-of-Way.
• Ability to sit while reviewing or preparing work orders and other paperwork, bend, squat, stoop, turn, climb, kneel, twist, perform simple and power grasping, push, pull, perform fine hand and finger manipulations, and safely lift and carry heavy objects weighing up to sixty five (65) lbs. or use appropriate lifting equipment…