Rail Systems Technician – Electrified Transit Maintenance

ADP, Inc.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Regional Transit Authority in New Orleans, LA, is seeking a Maintenance Laborer for technical upkeep of transit systems. The role focuses on repairing and maintaining high-voltage electrical and mechanical systems across streetcar and light-rail infrastructure.

Applicants should have journey-level electromechanical experience, the ability to read schematics, and strong problem-solving skills. Weekend, holiday, and overtime availability is required; starting pay is $27.17 per hour with top

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Two years of journey-level electromechanical experience required.
• Certificate in electromechanical technology or related field preferred.
• Four years of journey-level experience in electromechanical/electronic repair and maintenance also qualifies.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains high-voltage electrical and mechanical systems.
• Applies electrical and mechanical knowledge when working with streetcar and trolley systems.
• Performs maintenance on systems similar to those found in modern light-rail vehicles, including HVAC and electrical components.
• Troubleshoots electrical and mechanical systems and identifies repairs.
• Reads electrical schematics and applies control circuitry knowledge.
• Performs preventive maintenance on transit vehicles and associated equipment.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Schematic reading

AC/DC systems

Troubleshooting

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Electromechanical technology certificate (preferred)

Tools

VOM

Oscilloscope

Digital multimeter

Hand tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

The Regional Transit Authority in New Orleans, LA, is seeking a Maintenance Laborer for technical upkeep of transit systems. The role focuses on repairing and maintaining high-voltage electrical and mechanical systems across streetcar and light-rail infrastructure.

Applicants should have journey-level electromechanical experience, the ability to read schematics, and strong problem-solving skills. Weekend, holiday, and overtime availability is required; starting pay is $27.17 per hour with top