Maint Tech-Psgr Facilities

dart; Texas; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) seeks a skilled Facilities Maintenance Technician to install, renovate, construct, repair, maintain and inspect passenger amenities structures in the Dallas area. You will work within the Ways, Structures & Amenities Division to support transit facilities including bus stops, shelters, platforms, and related amenities.

Responsibilities include electrical, electronic, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and civil work on passenger amenities; operate heavy equipment;

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Electronics or Mechanical Technology.
• Must pass a technical test.
• Must obtain and maintain certification per state/federal regulations.
• Valid Drivers License Class-C and ability to obtain Texas CDL Class-A Restricted within 90 days.
• DOT medical examination and random drug/alcohol testing required.
• Proficiency with PC and MS Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Install, renovate, construct, repair, maintain and inspect bus and rail passenger amenities.
• Perform electrical, electronic, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and civil work on passenger amenities.
• Operate heavy equipment (cranes, forklifts, backhoe, etc.).
• Maintain equipment to Federal, State, and City Codes.
• Provide timely response to maintenance requests.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Safety compliance

Customer service

Oral communication

Independent work

Problem solving

Reading technical manuals

Education

Associate degree in Electronics/Mechanical Technology

Technical certification

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Access)

Job description

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 performing all work relative to the installation, renovation, construction, repair, maintenance and inspection of Passenger Amenities structures for the Dallas Area Rapid Transit's (DART) Ways, Structures & Amenities Division.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform work relative to installation, renovation, construction, repair, maintenance and preventative maintenance inspections of bus and rail facilities including transit centers, rail platforms, park and rides, passenger transfer locations, bus stops, benches, shelters, enhanced shelters, trash cans, guide a rides, tunnel equipment and other passenger amenities as needed.
• Perform electrical, electronic, mechanical, plumbing, general HVAC, and civil work on all passenger amenities.
• Operate heavy equipment including vehicle-mounted cranes, forklifts, concrete corer, earth auger, man lift, backhoe, tampers, etc.
• Responsible for consistent work duties and familiarity with proper repair techniques.
• Maintain all equipment to Federal, State, and City Codes.
• Provide timely response to maintenance requests.
• Perform 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 Facilities Maintenance.
• Must pass a technical test.
• Must obtain and maintain certification in compliance with all state and federal regulations applicable to the position. If a Texas State Electrical, Mechanical or Plumbing License is held it must state "No General Public Contracting."
• Must have a valid Drivers License Class-C, and be able to obtain a Texas Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class-A Restricted within 90 days of employment; 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 three (3) convictions of moving violations within the last thirty-six (36) consecutive months in order to operate DART non-revenue vehicles.
• Applicants/employees must pass and maintain a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical (medical) examination including pre-employment drug test and must submit to Federal Transportation Administration-required random drug/alcohol testing as a condition of continued employment.
• Operates DART revenue and non-revenue multi-axle vehicles, trucks, and service equipment as required.
• 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 of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may perform other duties as assigned.

DART is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity in the workplace. M/F/D/V

Open until qualified applicants are identified.