Electro-Mechanical Technician; Rail Vehicle

Electro-Mechanical Technician (Rail Vehicle) *$5,000 Hiring Bonus*

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Electro-Mechanical Technician (Rail Vehicle) *$5,000 Hiring Bonus*

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Summary

Shift differential offered for 2nd and 3rd shifts

The Electro-Mechanical Technician performs a variety of skilled electronic, electrical and mechanical duties involved in performing inspections, preventive and corrective maintenance, and troubleshooting on all electronic, electrical and mechanical systems for rail vehicles and related equipment. Operates equipment necessary for the repair and maintenance of rail vehicles; documents and records work performed and follows specified safety policies and procedures.

Summary

Hiring bonus of $5,000.00 Shift differential offered for 2nd and 3rd shifts

The Electro-Mechanical Technician performs a variety of skilled electronic, electrical and mechanical duties involved in performing inspections, preventive and corrective maintenance, and troubleshooting on all electronic, electrical and mechanical systems for rail vehicles and related equipment. Operates equipment necessary for the repair and maintenance of rail vehicles; documents and records work performed and follows specified safety policies and procedures.

This position is safety sensitive and subject to Valley Metro RPTA's Drug & Alcohol Program. Applicants for positions defined as safety sensitive are required to undergo drug testing prior to employment and, subsequent to commencement of employment, will be subject to random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return to duty, and follow up testing.

Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

Valley Metro is a Drug-Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer



Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

High School Diploma, or G.E.D. equivalent, supplemented by course work in electronic technology, or closely related study, AND three (3) years' experience in electronic and electrical troubleshooting of multi-component systems, basic networking, maintenance and repair of electro-mechanical systems or other heavy-duty transportation maintenance and equipment OR, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties as those listed below.



Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in electronic/electrical engineering technology from a two (2) year Technical College or institute.
• Experience working with electronic, electrical and mechanical systems in rail vehicles, aircraft, or semiconductor manufacturing.
• Interpret electrical/electronic schematics.
• HVAC Certification.

Must be available to work weekends, holidays, overtime and odd and unusual hours; may be called in on day-off or respond to emergencies.

Shift Differential Pay (2nd, 3rd, and Swing Shifts)

Position requires the incumbent to successfully qualify to operate Rail Vehicles.

Ability to successfully pass Rail Vehicle Operator Safety Training.

Medical Examination

Employment for safety sensitive positions is contingent on passing a physical examination.

Drug Test

This position is safety sensitive and subject to Valley Metro RPTA's Drug & Alcohol Program.

Background Investigation

Employment is contingent upon the results of a background check.

Licenses And Certifications

Valid Arizona Driver's License

Examples Of Duties / Knowledge & Skills

The statements listed below describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

This position supports a 24 hour/7 day week rail operation; works rotating shifts, on continuous seven-day work cycle; may work overtime or be called back into work due to an emergency.

Repairs electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems and components for rail vehicles.

Operates diagnostic test equipment solving complex equipment malfunctions and other problems associated with rail vehicles.

Performs safety and preventive maintenance inspections on rail vehicles and related equipment.

Repairs HVAC, propulsion, brake, door, auxiliary power, and communication systems.

Performs rebuild for electrical/electronic, and hydraulic and pneumatic systems components.

Reads and interprets electrical and pneumatic schematics to troubleshoot issues; electrical/electronic chart recording interpretation.

Responds to off-site emergencies.

Uses and operates variety of shop equipment and other tools for the maintenance and repair of rail vehicles.

Complies with all safety policies and procedures, attends safety training and participates in on-going training, practices safe work processes and…