FACILITIES SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN

Los Angeles Metro; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A metropolitan transportation authority in Los Angeles seeks a skilled maintenance technician to perform repairs and maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems in bus and rail facilities. Candidates should have 4 years' experience in a large facility environment. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, operating maintenance vehicles, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. A valid California driver's license is required, and positions related to rail are safety-sensitive and require adherence to drug testing regulations. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• Completion of 2 years training at a recognized trade school may substitute for 1 year's experience.
• Valid California Class C driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and restorative maintenance of bus and rail equipment.
• Troubleshoot and maintain systems using programmable logic controllers.
• Drive Metro vehicles to various locations for repairs.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Mechanical Repair

Troubleshooting

Operation of Power Tools

Blueprint Reading

Education

Industrial Technology Degree

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Overview

Metro’s mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County.

Description

Basic Function

Under moderate supervision, performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled repairs, installation and maintenance procedures relating to mechanical and electrical components and systems of Metro's Bus & Rail facilities and Gateway Headquarters building.

Responsibilities

Examples of Duties

Bus

• Performs preventive and restorative maintenance of shop and bus servicing equipment and electrical systems, including bus washer systems, fueling stations, and roll-up garage doors using basic tools of mechanical trade
• Troubleshoots and maintains systems with programmable logic and solid state controllers, including automated storage and retrieval systems, robotic painting equipment, and heavy equipment hoists
• Drives Metro maintenance vehicles, including utility trucks and cargo vans, to various locations to repair and maintain Metro facilities and equipment

Rail

• Performs preventive and restorative maintenance of rail station, rail division, and maintenance-of-way servicing equipment and electrical systems, including sump pumps, sewage ejectors, emergency egress and platform hatches, fire suppression systems, and fire rated doors using basic tools of mechanical trade
• Checks and maintains fire pumps, fire sprinklers, and wet and dry standpipes
• Performs complex wiring, installation, and utilization of conduits
• Drives Metro maintenance vehicles, including utility trucks, cargo vans, stake bed trucks, dump trucks, and hi-rail trucks, to various locations and along the rail and orange lines to repair and maintain Metro facilities
• Provides safety watch support by directing train movement and performing flagging while supporting maintenance and contractor personnel

Gateway Headquarters Building

• Performs preventive and demand maintenance of high rise headquarters building equipment and electrical systems, including fire pumps and fire alarm system
• Troubleshoots and maintains systems with programmable logic and solid state controllers

Generic

• Installs and maintains a wide range of electrical apparatus, including electrical circuits, switches, solenoids, control boards, motors, generators, yard lighting, and three-phase industrial systems up to 480 volts
• Tests and measures voltage, current and resistance using electrical test instruments
• Performs design, fabrication, and welding of a variety of parts and equipment
• Repairs and maintains structural framing of walls, roofs, and stairs; repairs jambs, drop ceilings, drywall and partitions using basic tools of construction trades
• Troubleshoots mechanical and electrical problems using blueprints, specifications, and schematic diagrams
• Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out

Minimum Qualifications

• 4 years' experience performing construction, masonry, mechanical and electrical facilities maintenance work on mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment in a large facility environment; and installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of AC and DC equipment, electric motors, and controls, including voltages up to 480 volts, programmable logic and solid state controllers
• Completion of 2 years or more full-time training or education in Industrial Technology, Electrical Maintenance, Construction or similar program at a recognized trade school or apprenticeship program may be substituted for 1 year's experience
• Valid California Class C driver's license

Essential Knowledge

Knowledge

• Mechanical and electrical design, construction, installation, and maintenance practices, procedures, methods, and equipment as found in a manufacturing or maintenance facility environment
• Basic electrical/electronic theory
• Federal, state, and local electrical codes

Abilities

• Install, maintain, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment
• Troubleshoot and correct equipment problems
• Safely operate Metro vehicles
• Safely operate a variety of hand and power tools
• Read and understand blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics
• Communicate effectively with others
• Follow instructions
• Move objects weighing up to 75 pounds
• Work at heights up to 75 feet
• Travel to off-site locations within a reasonable timeframe
• Read, write, speak, and understand English

Special Conditions

• Must be able to obtain a Class A driver's license
• Must be able to respond to emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in any and all types of weather conditions
• Must comply with all California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and personal protective gear including, but not limited to, respirators, eye and hearing protective devices (HPD), if and when required
• Must have normal color vision
• Must provide own tools of the trade
• Positions assigned to Rail are considered safety-sensitive and subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing, under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulations
• Work may be required in tunnels or on bridges

Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices.

Selection and Application Procedures

Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application. Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at Metro locations; seeMetro offices for hours of operation.

Note: This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.