Rail Vehicle Inspection Technician

Valley Metro RPTA

Phoenix (AZ)

On-site

USD 35,000 - 43,000

Full time

20 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Free employee bus/light rail card

Medical/Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life/AD&D Insurance

Short Term Disability

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Valley Metro RPTA in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Rail Vehicle Inspector/Technician to inspect, service and stage rail vehicles for daily operations. This safety-sensitive role requires thorough preventative maintenance and accurate recordkeeping.

Starting pay ranges from $25.22 to $31.52 hourly, with shift differentials for 2nd and 3rd shifts and benefits including health coverage and retirement plans. The ideal candidate has experience in rail transit maintenance, performs inspections and minor

Qualifications

Inspection and repair of rail vehicles.
Experience in rail transit maintenance.
Perform preventative maintenance services.
Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Additional education cannot substitute experience.

Responsibilities

Perform inspections, light maintenance, and minor repairs on rail vehicles.
Monitor components needing diagnosis or repair.
Maintain maintenance records and inspection reports.
Cross-train and assist other workers.
Complete complex inspections when trained.
Move and stage rail vehicles for cleaning and inspection.
Stock supplies and dispose of fluids safely.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Rail vehicle inspection

Preventative maintenance

Documentation

Communication

Job description

Summary

Shift differential offered for 2nd and 3rd shifts.

Purpose Of Role

Ensure operational readiness and mechanical reliability of vehicles by inspecting, servicing and staging rail vehicles.

This position is designated as safety-sensitive and is subject to the Valley Metro RPTA’s Drug and Alcohol Program.

The anticipated starting pay rate is between ($25.22) and midpoint ($31.52) of the range. It’s essential to note that the actual hourly rate offered will be determined based on several factors, including skills, qualifications, experience, education, certifications, training and internal equity considerations.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

Vehicle or other types of inspection and repair
Rail transit maintenance
Preventative maintenance services
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Additional education cannot be substituted for experience

Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills

Following functions are intended to provide a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of this position and are not an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed.

Perform inspections, light preventative maintenance, and minor repairs of rail vehicles
Monitor and identify components and systems requiring diagnosis or repair
Maintain work records, maintenance and hour logs, parts requests, vehicle inspection forms/reports and other documentation
Cross-train and assist other employees
When trained, complete complex inspections (e.g., quarterly inspections) and disassemble components for inspection
When qualified, move rail vehicles between stage yard and platforms for cleaning and inspection; and stage inspected vehicles according to route service and departure schedule
Stock fire cabinets and cleaning supplies; and properly dispose of used fluids and lubricants to ensure a safe and efficient working area
Perform other duties of similar nature and level as assigned

Knowledge Of Required Knowledge & Skills

Basic understanding of rail vehicle or other types of inspection routines and methodologies
General light preventative maintenance processes
Understanding of inspection documentation and recordkeeping practices
Fundamental fluid and lubricant handling theories
Using a computer and related software
Detailed understanding of safe work practices

Skill In

Performing rail vehicle or other inspections
Identifying systems needing repair
Documenting maintenance records clearly
Assisting cross-functional staff
Completing complex inspections
Interpreting, reading and comprehending manuals and diagrams
Stocking supplies and disposing of fluids
Communication and interpersonal skills to exchange information and receive work direction

Physical Demands / Work Environment

Work is performed in outdoor and vehicle settings with routine use of inspection, maintenance, and repair equipment. Work requires standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, reaching, and working around rail vehicles and equipment. Duties may involve responding to operational or emergency situations, working irregular schedules, overtime, and noisy outdoor environments. Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 10 pounds, occasionally lifts and/or moves 10 to 25 pounds, and occasionally lifts and/or moves 50 to 100 pounds.

Work involves exposure to moving mechanical equipment, electrical hazards, noise, vibration, extreme temperatures, chemicals, wet or humid conditions, communicable diseases, and other hazards associated with rail operations.

Valley Metro is a Drug-Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer

Health Care Benefits

Effective on the first of the month following date of hire, benefited employees will be eligible for health coverage.