Rail SCADA & Communications Technician

Metro Transit; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 57,872 - 64,306; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Various benefits

Job summary

Metro Transit in Minneapolis is looking for a SCADA Communication Technician responsible for performing preventive maintenance on Light Rail SCADA Communication systems. The role requires installing, diagnosing, and repairing communication systems and ensuring proper documentation. Qualifications include a high school diploma/GED and relevant experience, along with a valid driver’s license. The position offers competitive hourly pay, potential shift work, and union membership, along with various benefits, ensuring a comprehensive support package for employees.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 3 years of experience, or an Associate degree and 1 year of experience.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass physical examinations, Rail Operations Rule Book, and physical agility examinations.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, test, diagnose, repair, and modify electrical and camera components.
• Prepare daily turnover logs and create/update work order records.
• Respond to service emergencies and provide field troubleshooting.

Skills

Electrical and electronic schematics

Testing equipment

Troubleshooting equipment

TX Base

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Forklift certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree

Tools

Oscilloscope

Volt/ohm meter

Optical time-domain reflectometer

Signal generators

Logic analyzers

Job description

Metro Transit in Minneapolis is looking for a SCADA Communication Technician responsible for performing preventive maintenance on Light Rail SCADA Communication systems. The role requires installing, diagnosing, and repairing communication systems and ensuring proper documentation. Qualifications include a high school diploma/GED and relevant experience, along with a valid driver’s license. The position offers competitive hourly pay, potential shift work, and union membership, along with various benefits, ensuring a comprehensive support package for employees.