Repairman Light Rail Railcar Maintenance

Maryland Transit Administration (MTA)

A-Repairman - Light Rail Railcar Maintenance (Repairman-Rail) (8092)

Open to all qualified employees. Applicants must apply online. Bilingual applicants are encouraged. The MDOT Maryland Transit Administration offers excellent benefits.

The A-Repairman will inspect and diagnose problems for correction and make major and minor repairs to vehicles and their sub-components. They perform these functions on computer-based systems and equipment, as well as on electronic, electro‑mechanical, and mechanical systems and equipment. The repairman analyzes and executes instructions from hardware and software technical manuals, schematics, and parts lists.

• Inspect and diagnose problems for correction and make major and minor repairs to vehicles and sub-components.
• Operate service equipment (trucks, forklifts, shop carts, 20‑ton cranes, and hoists).
• Perform tasks that involve or impact revenue operations.
• Handle various duties associated with the Rail Car Maintenance Group.

• High school graduation or high school equivalency certificate.
• Three (3) years of experience in electronics, electricity, mechanics, and/or an electro‑mechanical field of work.
• Strong computer skills.

• U.S. Armed Forces military service experience may substitute for the required education and experience on a year‑for‑year basis.

• Maintain a reliable communication link for emergency call‑back requirements.
• Work shifts, evenings, holidays, and weekends.
• Wear protective clothing and use appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Sign and agree to all policies and procedures related to “Essential Employee” status.
• Undergo background investigation and drug testing per federal and state regulations.

Applicants must possess a valid Driver’s License in the State of Maryland. The license number and date of expiration must be listed on the application.

Complete the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) application (Form DTS‑1). Resumes cannot be substituted. Include all relevant experience, including full or part time, volunteer, military, and other relevant experience. Applications not completed fully will not be considered.

Submit the application online t.maryland.gov/employment and ensure you meet the minimum and selective qualifications.

MTA is an equal opportunity employer. MTA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation, or any other protected status.

Benefits Office: (410) 767‑3852

TTY: 711

Reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be provided as requested.