JOURNEYMAN SUPPORT EQUIPMENT

MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority); Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

MARTA is seeking a Journeyman Support Equipment technician to perform routine and preventive maintenance and repair of MARTA buildings and support equipment in Atlanta. The role includes inspecting equipment, replacing components, and performing related duties as assigned.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, at least four years of related facilities experience (carpentry, painting, plastering, asphalt and concrete work, plumbing) and a valid Georgia CDL Class A (or

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Four years of directly related work experience in facilities maintenance and repair including carpentry, painting, plastering, asphalt and concrete work, and plumbing.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of carpentry, structural repair and maintenance.
• External journeyman-level hires will be hired at the top rate of the current Apprentice level pay.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia CDL Class A license or permit and obtain full license within three weeks.
• Minimum of two years driving experience and MVR limits (no DUI).
• MARTA is a Drug Free Workplace; safety-sensitive position.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and preventive maintenance and repair of MARTA buildings and support equipment.
• Repairs fire lines, fans, pumps, and other support equipment in rail tunnels.
• Uses tools such as jack hammers, generators, drills, compressors and others as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Carpentry

Painting

Plastering

Concrete work

Plumbing

Driving experience

Education

High School diploma

Tools

CDL License

Job description

Job Description

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.

Performs routine and preventive maintenance and repair of MARTA buildings and support equipment. Completes inspections of equipment and replaces or repairs mechanical units. The Journeyman Support Equipment position consists of five specific functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the general essential duties and responsibilities, as well as the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for each discipline specified.

• Performs routine and preventive maintenance and repair of MARTA buildings and support equipment.
• Performs repairs of fire lines, fans, pumps, and other support equipment located in rail tunnels.
• Uses a variety of tools such as jack hammers, generators, drills, compressors and/or other tools as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

NOTE: This posting is to fill the current vacancy and to establish an eligibility list to fill any future vacancies that may occur in the next 6 months.

The following information applies to internal applicants ONLY

Internal Candidates Will Have a Record Evaluation Check To Determine If They Are Eligible To Continue In The Interview Process. Candidates Will Be Automatically Disqualified For Interview Consideration If Their Record Evaluations For The Rolling Year Backward At The Time Of Review Consist Of

A combined total

• Any instances of absence without leave (AWOL)
• Any disciplinary actions
• Any valid customer complaints

Note: Record evaluations will be conducted based on the twelve months preceding the initial date of the posting. Candidates must remain in good standing once selected through the job screening and offer process. Failure to remain in good standing based on the criteria listed above will disqualify any candidate.

BUILDINGS (Summary): Performs routine and preventive maintenance and repair of MARTA’s buildings. Performs repairs and/or replaces windows, doors, locks, emergency exit gates, roll gates, floors, sheet rock walls, ceilings, ceramic tile, and plumbing systems and other buildings related tasks. Inspects and performs preventive maintenance on buildings and support equipment.

Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent. Four years of directly related work experience in facilities maintenance and repair to include carpentry, painting, plastering, asphalt and concrete work, and plumbing. Candidate must be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of carpentry, structural repair and maintenance. Current skill level will be determined by formal testing. External journeyman-level hires will be hired at the top rate of the current Apprentice level pay. Demonstrated ability to perform the Journeyman work will qualify the new hire to move to the Journeyman level.

Must possess and maintain a current, valid State of Georgia issued CDL license (Class A) or current, valid State of Georgia issued Commercial Driver Learner’s (CDL) Permit (Class A). Individuals hired with a valid State of Georgia issued Commercial Driver Learner’s Permit, must obtain a valid State of Georgia issued Commercial Driver’s License (Class A) within three (3) weeks of their date of hire.

A minimum of two years driving experience. A maximum of one (1) moving violation, with a maximum of three (3) points on Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) within a 24 month period. No DUI violations allowed.

Note: 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.

Classification: Represented

Number of Openings: 2

Hourly Rate: $27.76