Rail Track Maintainer — Journeyman

MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority); Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 31,549 - 44,934; Full time

Job summary

MARTA is seeking a track maintenance worker in Georgia to perform routine and preventive maintenance on track structures, yards and roadways. A minimum of one year in heavy construction is required; track maintenance experience preferred.

A valid Georgia CDL is required and the candidate must pass MARTA's Level #4 Wayside Access certification within 90 days. This posting notes internal applicants only and that the selection process includes evaluation of records.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year experience in heavy construction.
• Track maintenance or track construction experience preferred but not required.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a Georgia CDL and pass MARTA's Level #4 Wayside Access Certification within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and preventive maintenance on track structures, fences, yards and roadways.
• Maintains track standards in accordance with track specifications.
• Operates heavy equipment such as speedwing/ballast regulator, tampers, dump trucks, rail carrier, 15 ton crane, loader basket, overhead (10 ton) crane and other equipment as assigned.
• Uses a variety of tools commonly associated with track & structures maintenance work such as rulers, power auger, axes, portable power tools, grinders, drills, chisels, chain saws, hammers, wrenches, gages, pliers, tongs, cutters, levels, rail transposes, or other tools as assigned.
• Follows instructions and safely performs work designated by work order. Provides accurate feedback information by entering work orders information that will aid in failure and reliability analysis.
• Logs accurate labor time to work order. Informs Foreman and Planner of any discrepancies or adjustments needed to the work order.

Skills

Dexterity with hand tools

Heavy equipment operation

Reading and following work orders

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Speedwing ballast regulator

Tampers

Dump trucks

15 ton crane

Job description

MARTA is seeking a track maintenance worker in Georgia to perform routine and preventive maintenance on track structures, yards and roadways. A minimum of one year in heavy construction is required; track maintenance experience preferred.

A valid Georgia CDL is required and the candidate must pass MARTA's Level #4 Wayside Access certification within 90 days. This posting notes internal applicants only and that the selection process includes evaluation of records.