Commuter Rail Technician Helper

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

Job summary

Join the Utah Transit Authority as a Commuter Rail Technician Helper, where you'll be essential in maintaining and repairing locomotives and systems. This role offers a competitive hourly wage and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement options. If you have a mechanical background and are looking to make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply!

Benefits

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

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement for higher education

Free transit passes for employees and dependents

On-site fitness facilities

Qualifications

• 2 years’ mechanical work experience and/or 1 year of technical school/training.
• Ability to pass the standardized MET test and hands-on test.
• Valid Utah driver’s license with no more than 4 moving violations.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Assist in running repairs and heavy repairs on locomotives and systems.

Skills

Mechanical work

Vehicle maintenance inspection

Effective communication

Computer systems proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

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 skilled employees in performing running repairs and heavy repairs on 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 and Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years’ mechanical work experience and/or 1 year of technical school/training.
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance inspection and repair techniques.
• Understanding of pneumatic, mechanical, and electronic theories and principles.
• Ability to pass the standardized MET test and hands-on test administered by UTA.
• Proficiency in computer systems, including basic skills in Outlook.
• Ability to work safely on energized equipment up to 480 VAC and 600 VDC.
• Ability to acquire and maintain QMP certification and be certified as a Qualified Maintenance Person for Locomotives.
• Ability to operate shop equipment such as forklift, crane, track mobile, boom lift, and scissor lift.
• Successful completion of training programs and post-training qualification.
• Candidates must provide required tools on day one of hire, with additional tools to be acquired during probation.
• Effective communication skills, both orally and over radio.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a DOT Medical card.
• Valid Utah driver’s license with no more than 4 moving violations in the past 3 years and no recent DUI violations.
• Physical ability to perform job duties, including walking long distances, lifting weights, working in various weather conditions, and working at heights above 16 feet.
• Consistent and predictable attendance is required.

Benefits Offered:

• Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, and more.
• Onsite health and wellness clinics at no cost.
• Paid time off, holidays, and floating holidays.
• Retirement options including a pension plan.
• 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 and wellness initiatives.
• On-site fitness facilities and discounted memberships.

Our mission is to move Utah. We value diversity and teamwork, which drive our culture and success. We invite you to join our team and build a rewarding career with us!