LRV Mechanic

dart; United States; Vor Ort; USD 45.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) is seeking a skilled Rail Vehicle Technician to perform diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and repairs on light rail vehicles and subsystems in the Dallas area. The role requires strong attendance to safety and quality standards, with the ability to work independently and respond to emergencies on the main line.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate degree in Electronics Technology or related certification, plus strong communication and PC skills.

Qualifikationen

• Must have strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service abilities in a high-pressure environment.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Proficient PC skills and MS Office applications.

Aufgaben

• Diagnose light rail vehicle malfunctions and determine root cause for repair.
• Perform preventive maintenance and replace malfunctioning components.
• Diagnose on main line during service hours and assist in emergencies.
• Re-rail Light Rail vehicles and ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Adhere to safety, training, and quality assurance programs.

Kenntnisse

Oral and written communication

Customer service

Self-motivated

Independent work

Safety awareness

Ausbildung

Associate degree in Electronics Technology

Technical certification

Valid Driver's License

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Access)

Jobbeschreibung

Pay Range:

$33.41 - $38.18

Pay Per Hour:

$33.41

Country:

United States of America

Address:

9717 Abernathy City: Dallas, TX 75220

FLSA:

Non - Exempt Professionals: 07 - Skilled Craft (EEO-4-United States of America), 7B - Mechanics (EEO-SubCategory)

General Summary:

Responsible for assigned work of preventive maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of rail vehicles, systems, and components for the Dallas Area Rapid Transit's (DART) Rail Maintenance Division.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform technician level diagnosis of Light Rail vehicle malfunctions, determine the root cause, and make necessary repairs to Light Rail vehicle systems, including propulsion, traction motors, brakes, air compressors, couplers, doors, HVAC, auxiliary power, and all other related electromechanical components.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and repairs, remove and replace malfunctioning vehicle components.
• Perform Light Rail Vehicle diagnosis within the service area main line, in compliance with all safety and established main line procedures, during emergency vehicle recovery situations.
• Perform Light Rail vehicle re-railing
• Promote and comply with established safety, training, and quality assurance programs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required:

• Note: An equivalent combination of related education and experience may be substituted for the below stated minimums excluding High School Diploma, GED, Licenses, or Certifications.
• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university or certification from an accredited technical program in Electronics Technology, Mechanical Technology, or equivalent combination of education/experience in preventative and corrective maintenance as it relates to electronics.
• Must obtain and maintain certification in compliance with all state and federal regulations applicable to this position.
• Must successfully complete LRV/streetcar vendor training.
• Must have a valid Drivers License class C; no Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction within the last sixty (60) consecutive months, not more than one (1) DWI/DUI on driving record, and not more than two (2) convictions of moving violations within the last thirty-six (36) consecutive months in order to operate DART nonrevenue vehicles.
• Must pass a physical (medical) examination; Incumbents are subject to the federal testing regulations of safety sensitive positions, which include random alcohol and drug testing as a condition of continued employment.
• Must have good oral and written communication skills with the ability to write clearly in a variety of communication styles and settings. Must be able to accurately restate or record incidents.
• Proficiency with personal computer (PC), software applications to include MS Office (Word, Excel, Access).
• Must work in a safe manner and constant state of alertness.
• Ability to promote a positive and inclusive work culture.
• Ability to have the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment.
• Ability to make decisions in the absence of guidance from others, and to plan and carry out work assignments in situations where the procedures have been established.
• Must have excellent customer service skills and be able to interact effectively with a diverse customer population while under pressure
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Must be able to orally communicate in an effective manner with the public, co-workers, supervisors and managers to ensure efficient operations; to promote safety; and to respond to emergencies. Must also be able to read and comprehend a variety of work related/required technical manuals, safety rules and regulations.
• Ability to find solutions to mechanical and technical problems.
• Ability to work variable shifts, irregular hours, nights, holidays, weekends, and short notice availability. May be required to travel to multiple work locations.
• Ability to be mobile and occasionally 70% - 80% of the work time. Lift objects weighing up to seventy - (70) pounds such as tools, equipment and parts. Must be able to work in crowded and tight spaces.
• Ability to use standard devices weighing up to 50lbs such as hand tools, portable shop test equipment for testing and other required equipment in order to perform your job functions.

Working Conditions:

Works in an environment where there is exposure to dust, noise, or temperature. May be exposed to unpleasant working conditions to include dust, noise, temperature, weather, petroleum products, and chemicals, assuming incumbent is observing all policies and procedures, safety precautions and regulations, and using all protective clothing and devices provided.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list