Signal Maintainer Trainee

Pay $28.77 - $36.17 / hour

Employment type

Full-Time

Req#: 3755502 The Signals Trainee is an entry level/trainee Maintenance of Way (MOW) maintenance position, leading to promotion as a Signals 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 close MOW supervision of a Shop Shift Supervisor and/or Signals Maintainer. As Trainees become proficient at tasks, they may be assigned to work more independently. Trainees work in a variety of weather conditions on all shifts.

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.
• Learn how to install, repair, and maintain various railroad signals and grade crossing protection equipment.
• Complete 100% of assigned formal classes with a 75% or higher passing score.
• Load and unload supplies and heavy equipment from trucks; dig holes and trenches for cable; paint signal equipment; climb and troubleshoot signal structures.
• Work under the direction of Journeymen signal maintainers.
• Be comfortable working from heights that require fall protection.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Pick up litter and other trash that may be in the immediate work environment.
A High School Diploma/GED or equivalent is required.
AND
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 are required.
OR
An Associate's Degree in electrical or related field is required.

Upon verification of prior experience, applicant must pass a qualifying written examination and/or hands on test related to the Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

listed below.

Must possess a valid and active driver's license for the past three (3) years. Ability to secure an Oregon or Washington CDL Class "A" license with "P" endorsement and no Air Brake restriction. This is required.
• Ability to effectively use and operate the tools, computerized diagnostic test equipment and field equipment required for the repair and maintenance of Tri Met Light Rail signals Equipment.
• Perform skilled work in connection with the inspection, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, operation, alteration and repair of the Tri Met Light Rail signals System.
• Ability to learn and effectively use personal computers and the Districts software programs for inventory and parts; completing work orders and reporting defects.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to 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 and techniques for heavier items.
• Ability to work in…