Maintenance Technician

Alstom; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom Newark seeks an experienced Technician to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on AirTrain equipment, the guideway, and station doors. You will support the CMS team and report to the CMS Project Manager. Operations run 24/7/365 to keep transit moving.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent with basic electrical/mechanical skills, schematic reading ability, hydraulics knowledge, and comfort with various tools and meters. Training in Maximo usage is included.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equiv. Technical school preferred.
• Basic electrical and mechanical skills, able to read schematics and drawings.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and use of meters/tools.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles and equipment to detect failures or misoperation.
• Perform electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic inspections.
• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance and replace parts.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and electronic failures.
• Document maintenance and work orders; enter data into Maximo.
• Adhere to safety rules and company SOPs.

Skills

Electrical experience

Mechanical experience

Read schematics

Read drawings

Hydraulics knowledge

Meter access/usage

Radio operation

Wiring knowledge

Switch/rail knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Meters

Radio operation

Hand tools

Job description

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Technicians will perform preventative and corrective maintenance tasks on the AirTrain, the guideway, and station doors. Technicians will also perform maintenance on the Construction Management Services team, reporting directly to the CMS Project Manager. Operations and Maintenance is performed 24 hours a day, 7 days a per week, and 365 days per year.

$27.76/hour plus a 10% pay differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles and related equipment to detect failed or improperly operating equipment.
• Perform electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems inspection following established procedures or ther written or verbal instructions.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance and/or replace defective parts or equipment utilizing manuals, drawings, specifications, and other written or verbal instructions.
• Perform in-depth troubleshooting and resolve mechanical, electrical, and electronic failures.
• Document all preventive maintenance and special work orders completed.
• Enter data into the Maximo Program.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety rules to include but not limited to SOP's.

Qualifications & Functional Knowledge

• High School diploma or equiv. Technical school preferred.
• Ability to work in a face paced environment.
• Ability to work under pressure

Knowledge of the Business

• 1-2 years in maintenance shop

Technical

• Basic electrical experience and mechanical experience.
• Able to read schematics.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Hydraulics knowledge.
• Knowledge and ability to use a wide variety of tools to include meters. Knowledge and ability to operate a radio.
• Wiring expertise a plus.
• Switch and Rail Knowledge a plus

You don't need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you'll be proud. If you're up for the challenge, we'd love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we're an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Job Type:Experienced

Nearest Major Market: Newark

Nearest Secondary Market: New York City

Job Segment: Technician, Technology