Track Maintainer

Hampton Roads Transit; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Hampton Roads Transit seeks dynamic, customer-service oriented individuals to join our maintenance team in the Norfolk area. This on-site role supports the rail system, performing scheduled upkeep and safety checks on tracks and related infrastructure.

The position offers competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities to work with experienced professionals on critical transit projects. Hourly wage listed at $27.41.

Qualifications

• Written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Strong problem analysis and resolution abilities.
• Ability to perform maintenance repair, troubleshooting, and overhaul.
• Ability to analyze malfunctions in mechanical systems and perform repairs.
• Experience operating on-track equipment such as bucket/crane trucks.
• Knowledge of basic math and maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to work well in a team and adhere to safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance projects within schedule and budget using operating windows.
• Report delays and problems promptly to maintain coordination of activities.
• Comply with all applicable policies and rules.
• Recommend safety procedures to ensure maintenance activities precede safely and efficiently.
• Adheres to high quality standards and OEM requirements in all responsibilities.
• Prepare safe work zones and provide flagging along the LRT Right of Way.
• Inspect tracks, drainage, paving, utilities, bridges, and related elements.
• Submit verbal and written inspection reports to the Manager, Maintenance of Way.
• Engage in weed abatement and landscaping along the Right of Way.
• Communicate results of inspections to management and other personnel.
• Identify and correct imminent safety hazards for the rail system.
• Investigate, analyze, and recommend corrections for potential safety problems.
• Provide emergency service as needed to maintain safe, reliable LRT service.
• Ensure services are performed on schedule and records maintained.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Maintenance repair

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Equipment operation

Tools

On Track Equipment

Bucket trucks

Crane trucks

Track inspection tools

Job description

Hampton Roads Transit is looking for dynamic, customer service oriented, and energetic people to become part of a committed team providing excellent and effective public transportation to the Hampton Roads region.

We offer unmatched benefits and competitive wages in a stimulating and rewarding environment.

Hourly Wage: $27.41

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform maintenance projects within schedule and budget utilizing work windows allowed by operating considerations.
• Report delays and problems promptly, taking appropriate action to maintain effective coordination of activities.
• Comply with all applicable policies and rules.
• Recommend safety procedures and standard practices to ensure maintenance activities precede safely and efficiently.
• Adheres to the highest quality standards while meeting original equipment manufacturers requirement in the performance of all job responsibilities.
• Prepares safe work zones and provides flagging along the HRT alignment for work crews working on the Light Rail Right of Way.
• Performs inspections of tracks and related drainage structures, paving, utilities, bridges, underpasses, and other elements related to maintaining safe operating right of way.
• Submits verbal and written reports of inspection findings to the Manager, Maintenance of Way.
• Perform weed abatement, tree branch and bush trimming, cutting grass and landscaping along the LRT Right of Way and Wayside.
• Communicates effectively with the Manager, Maintenance of Way the results of track inspection, track maintenance activities, and other relative information and to other Hampton Roads Transit personnel as necessary.
• Identify and correct imminent safety hazards for Hampton Roads Transit total rail system.
• Investigates, analyzes, and makes recommendations for correcting potential safety problems.
• Provide emergency service as needed to maintain safe, reliable, and efficient LRT service.
• Ensure that services are performed on schedule.
• Ensure that daily, accurate records are maintained, and a detailed account of the specific work functions accomplished.
• Operate On Track Equipment and other maintenance equipment as required for training and maintenance activities.
• Manage records created and received in compliance with the Hampton Roads Transit Records Management Policies and Procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills essential to Job Functions:

• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem analysis and resolution skills.
• Ability to perform maintenance repair, troubleshooting, rebuilds and overhaul of rail track equipment, and materials.
• Ability to analyze malfunctions in mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic equipment and determines repair and performs track fabrication and assembly tasks.
• Ability to operate on-track equipment such as bucket trucks, crane trucks, and the like.
• Knowledge of basic math skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Ability to complete track and facility maintenance and inspection programs.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Must meet established Hampton Roads Transit goals and work standards.
• Knowledge of and experience with track maintenance safety practices as they pertain to rail transportation systems.
• Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems, testing and inspections methods, and tools for track maintenance.

Non-Exempt

HRT is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you need reasonable accommodations to complete the HRT employment application and/or the interview, contact HRT Human Resources at [phone] or email [e-mail].

Our mission is to connect Hampton Roads with transportation solutions that are reliable, safe, efficient, and sustainable.