JOURNEYMAN ET-RAIL CAR MAINT

MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority); Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority) seeks a skilled Electronics Journeyman to repair and maintain complex transit car systems. The role requires a strong background in electrical and mechanical diagnostics and the ability to read electronic schematics.

Candidate must have journeyman level experience and formal electronics training, with hands-on skills using VOMs, ammeters, frequency meters, and oscilloscopes. Position is full-time and located in Atlanta, GA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Specialized formal training in electronics or military electronics training required.
• Journeyman level experience in repair and maintenance of complex electronic assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, and maintain transit car electrical and mechanical systems.
• Perform subsystem and system testing and authorized modifications.
• Read and interpret electronic schematics and prints for diagnoses and repairs.
• Use tools and test equipment (VOM, ammeters, frequency meters, oscilloscope) to diagnose and repair.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Journeyman experience

Electrical diagnostics

Mechanical diagnostics

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma

Electronics vocational training

Military electronics training

Tools

Volt-Ohmmeters

Amm meters

Frequency meters

Oscilloscope

Job description

Job Description

POSITION POSTED UNTIL A VIABLE POOL OF CANDIDATES HAS BEEN ESTABLISHED

INTERVIEW SELECTION PROCESS:

The selection process may include one or more components to demonstrate applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities in job related areas. These may include exercises such as practical demonstrations, written communications, oral interviews and/or competency assessments.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of specialized formal training in electronics and electronic repair, such as graduation from electronics vocational or trade school or successful completion of military electronics training programs. Must have skill and ability in using a variety of tools and electronic equipment. Two and one-half years of Journeyman level experience in the repair and maintenance of complex electronic assemblies and components required. In lieu of formal training, three and one-half years of directly related electronic repair experience may be substituted. External hires will complete six months at the apprentice level; demonstrated ability to perform the journeyman work will qualify the new hire for assignment to journeyman level. Internal hires will be governed by the terms of the current Labor Agreement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES And/or RESPONSIBILITES

• Inspects, repairs, and maintains all transit car systems both electrical and mechanical.
• Performs sub-system and system testing and authorized modifications to equipment.
• Inspects, repairs, and maintains all transit car systems and equipment both electrical and mechanical.
• Removes and replaces primary operating parts from transit cars for inspection and/or repairs.
• Troubleshoots and performs sub-system and system testing and authorized modification to equipment.
• Performs electronic, electrical diagnoses and repairs by reading and interpreting electronic schematics and prints.
• Uses a variety of tools, machines and test equipment such as volt ohmmeters, ammeters, frequency meters, frequency counters, oscilloscopes, and other hand powered tools associated with a complete electronic repair unit.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Americans With Disabilities Act

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have a right to request that MARTA make reasonable accommodations in order to help you accomplish your work, which must still be performed in all its essential functions.

MARTA is a Drug Free Workplace. Participation in MARTA's Drug & Alcohol Program is a condition of employment. Failure to adhere to MARTA's Drug & Alcohol Program will result in termination. Every MARTA employee is responsible for reading and observing the requirements of the Drug & Alcohol policy. This position has been identified as SAFETY SENSITIVE.

MARTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Classification: Represented

Number of Openings: 9

Hourly Rate: $27.76