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DMV PRINTOUT IS
REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION
DMV printouts issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles are acceptable. As a
result of the current COVID-19 State of Emergency, SacRT will accept online
DMV printouts until further notice.
Effectively uses a variety of hand, power, pneumatic, and computer diagnostic
tools and testing instruments to independently troubleshoot, maintain, repair
and overhaul a variety of light rail vehicles (LRVs) to include specialized
systems and components as well as related equipment, machinery, and tools,
fare vending machines, and other vehicles owned and operated by the District;
troubleshoots emergencies and/or operational problems, diagnoses problems and
responds to off-site emergencies; may provide technical direction and/or
functional supervision to less experienced employees; practices safe work
processes and contributes to the creation and maintenance of a safe working
environment for self and others; and performs other related duties as
assigned.
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Inspects, tests, diagnoses, maintains, repairs,
modifies, and overhauls all systems and components of LRVs and other District
equipment; uses electrical/electronic testing and diagnostic equipment and
associated tools to inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain LRVs; interprets test
results to diagnose malfunctions; plans troubleshooting procedures using
schematics, diagrams, technical manuals, and expertise; installs, maintains,
repairs and modifies electrical wiring and equipment such as motors,
generators, HVAC climate control units, and related electronic systems;
repairs/overhauls hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric brake systems, gear
drive units, wheels, bearings, cam shaft controller unit, and other related
equipment; replaces and/or repairs accessory parts such as headlights,
mirrors, windows, seats, and performs door adjustments; maintains, modifies
and repairs fare vending machines; replaces consumables, tests, repairs and
modifies electrical, mechanical and electronic systems, including component
repair to Printed Circuit Boards (PCB's); maintains and repairs re-rail
equipment, shop machinery, and power tools, as assigned; energizes and
de-energizes the overhead traction power system within the maintenance shop
and adjacent yard areas when required for testing, maintenance, and repair of
LRVs; operates LRVs in yard or on mainline to safely return LRV to the
maintenance facility and to verify performance specifications; line routes,
operates and moves LRVs and traction equipment as required for testing,
servicing and performing repairs; safely operates a variety of District
vehicles and equipment in the normal performance of duties; as directed,
operates re-railing equipment and acts as flag person for the protection of
the public, employees and trains during emergencies and rerouting of trains;
documents and records work activities such as repairs made, parts usage and
work in progress; and performs other related duties as assigned.
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Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
Four (4) years of progressively responsible journey level full-time work
experience successfully performing mechanical, electrical, and electronic
diagnostic, maintenance and repair functions on large and complex vehicles,
machinery and/or equipment; or successful completion of District-sponsored
certification and training program. Prior experience working on Light Rail
Vehicles or related equipment is highly desirable.
Special Requirements, Licenses and/or Certificates:
Possession of an LRV Mechanic A rating and/or possession of a Regional
Transit Certification of ability to diagnose, repair, and overhaul electrical
and mechanical systems for light rail vehicles and other support equipment;
possession of a Class A California Driver's License permit with
endorsement(s) on the first day of appointment, and the ability to obtain a
Class A California Driver's License with endorsement(s) within 90 days of
appointment; a satisfactory driving record; possession of a Forklift Operator
Certification or the ability to obtain a forklift certificate within 90
days of appointment, if required; ability to pass and maintain Regional
Transit's examination for LRV Operator's License; pass the Ishihara Eye Test;
obtain EPA 608 Type 2 Certification within 90 days of appointment; required to
obtain the tools for the Light Rail Vehicle Technician by the end of
the probationary period
Candidates must submit a DMV printout at time of application, dated no
more than ten (10) days prior to the date you submit your application, in
order to be considered. Only DMV printouts issued by the Department of Motor
Vehicles are acceptable. As a result of the current COVID-19 State of
Emergency, SacRT will accept online DMV printouts until further notice.
Note: Although there
are certain recreational activities now legal in the state of California, if
you’re not able to pass a pre-employment drug screening, you will not be
considered for this position.
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Meeting the minimum qualifications does not
guarantee that a candidate will be invited to participate in other
examination segments of the selection process. An employment
application and DMV printout, as outlined above, is required for this
position. Applications, job announcements, and copies of the complete
job description are available through our website at www.sacrt.com.
Completed employment application and DMV printout, as outlined above, must
be submitted online. SacRT will not process incomplete applications. Resumes
are not accepted in lieu of an application, but may be included with the
application. For more information on benefits, a summary sheet is
available from the Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Department
will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment process to accommodate
candidates with disabilities. For more information, contact the Human
Resources Department at (916) 556-0298.
SacRT has a stand alone pension plan which is not part of, nor does it
have reciprocity with CalPERS.
SacRT is an Equal Opportunity EOE Employer -
Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans.
This position falls under the IBEW, Local 1245 Collective Bargaining Unit.
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