Commuter Rail Technician Helper

Utah Transit Authority; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading transportation authority as a Commuter Rail Technician Helper in Provo, Utah. This role involves preventive maintenance and assisting skilled technicians on various repair tasks. With competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, you will contribute to the community's transportation services while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance

14 days of paid time off

Retirement options including a Pension Plan

Generous tuition reimbursement

Free transit passes for employees and dependents

Qualifications

• 2 years’ mechanical work experience or 1 year technical school/training.
• Able to safely work on energized equipment up to 480 VAC and 600 VDC.
• Have a valid Utah driver’s license and a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Assist in running repair and heavy repair of locomotives and coach systems.

Skills

Mechanical work experience

Knowledge of vehicle maintenance

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Handheld radio

Forklift

Crane

Boom lift

Scissor lift

Job description

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Do you want to move your career forward in a rewarding job where you can make an impact on the lives of others? Help the Utah Transit Authority keep moving forward in our initiative to provide key transportation services to the greater Utah community!

As a Commuter Rail Technician Helper for the Utah Transit Authority, you will:

1. Be responsible for preventive maintenance and inspections.
2. Assist other advanced-skilled employees in performing running repair and heavy repair of all FrontRunner locomotives, cabs, and coach systems and subsystems, including electric over pneumatic doors, HVAC, couplers, passenger amenities, communications, air brakes, cab controls, electrical, and diesel engines.

Pay Rate: $26.52 - $30.52 per hour plus $1.00 to $1.50 shift differential depending on shift, if applicable. This is a four-year wage progression.

Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years’ mechanical work experience and/or 1 year technical school/training.
• Knowledge and understanding of vehicle maintenance inspection and repair techniques.
• Knowledge of pneumatic, mechanical, and electronic theory and principles.
• Able to pass the standardized test (MET) and hands-on test administered by UTA.
• Demonstrate competence in computer systems and operations, including basic skills on Outlook.
• Able to safely work on energized equipment up to 480 VAC and 600 VDC.
• Be able to acquire and maintain QMP certification.
• Able to be certified as a Qualified Maintenance Person for Locomotive as defined in CFR Title 49 part 238, and operate forklift, crane, track mobile, boom lift, scissor lift, and other shop equipment.
• Successful completion of training program and post-training qualification period.
• Candidates must provide required tools (initial tool list on day of hire, with more extensive list to be acquired by the end of the probationary period).
• Able to communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, and customers, both orally and over radio.
• Able to use handheld radio according to proper protocol.
• Able to acquire and maintain DOT Medical card.
• Have a valid Utah driver’s license and a safe driving record (no more than 4 violations in the past 3 years, and no DUIs in the last 10 years).
• Able to perform physical requirements, including walking long distances, lifting up to 50 lbs regularly, working in various weather conditions, and working at heights above 16 feet.
• This job requires regular and predictable attendance.

Benefits Offered:

• Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, and more.
• Onsite Health and Wellness Clinics at no cost.
• 14 days of paid time off, 10 paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays annually.
• Retirement options including a Pension Plan.
• Generous tuition reimbursement for higher education.
• Training, development, and career advancement opportunities.
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of employment.
• Free transit passes for employees and dependents.
• Employee assistance program, wellness programs, and on-site fitness facilities.

Our mission is to move Utah. We are proud of our diverse teams who work together to make transportation accessible for our community. Join us and build your career in a supportive environment!