Traction Power System Technician

System One; Pearl City (HI); On-site; USD 4,728,000 - 6,568,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

System One in Pearl City, Hawaii seeks a Traction Power System Technician for direct hire. The role focuses on reviewing and approving maintenance documentation for Traction Power equipment, ensuring compliance, and coordinating with engineers to maintain assets.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical or related field (or equivalent) and a current CDL within 12 months. Expect 2nd/3rd shift work including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of power system maintenance equipment.
• Familiar with railway interfacing with power systems.
• Understanding of preventative, corrective, overhaul, and commissioning tests.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve all maintenance documentation from OEMs for Traction Power, UPS, Generators, and LV systems.
• Approve maintenance manuals and instructions.
• Ensure modifications are reviewed by engineers and recorded in MMIS.
• Investigate and troubleshoot complex faults in Traction Power equipment.
• Produce annual asset management reports for Traction Power equipment assets.

Skills

Power system knowledge

English proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Traction Power System Technician
Location: Pearl City, Hawaii
Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $41.30/hr
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Hours: 40.0

Responsibilities

• Review and approve all Power System Maintenance documentation received from OEM suppliers, including Traction Power, UPS, Generators, low voltage, etc.
• Review and approve all Power System maintenance manuals and instructions.
• Ensure modifications approved by the original design authority are reviewed by competent engineers and records stored in the MMIS database.
• Review complex faults in Traction Power equipment; support or obtain expert support to rectify faults and defects.
• Produce the Annual Asset Management Report for Traction Power Maintenance Equipment assets, noting future CARP and potential obsolescence issues.
• Collaborate with Traction Power and Facility Maintenance Sections to keep maintenance procedures and instructions up to date and followed by staff.
• Assist in developing, planning, and implementing overhaul, rehabilitation, and replacement programs for department assets.
• Conduct special studies, investigations, and serve as a troubleshooter or project officer as directed.
• Act as the Expert and Engineer responsible for acceptance of new Power Equipment and Maintenance Equipment.
• Manage data accuracy and content in the MMIS system.
• Participate as part of the Incident/Accident Investigation team.
• Perform shift work, including weekends and holidays, as typical of major infrastructure projects and transit system operations.
• Engage in training programs as needed and perform related duties as required.

Requirements

• Detailed technical knowledge of Power System Maintenance Equipment.
• Knowledge of railway systems interfacing with Power System equipment.
• Understanding of Power System maintenance processes, including preventative, corrective, overhaul, and commissioning tests.
• Ability to review technical files of Power System workshop equipment.
• Current CDL license required; must obtain within 12 months if not already possessed, with company covering training costs.
• Experience working primarily on third shift (20:00 to 04:00), with flexibility to rotate shifts as needed.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent technical background in High Voltage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and direct multidisciplinary teams and work independently or in teams under pressure.
• Proficiency in English is required.

Benefits

Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, a RetirementSavings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a variety of Training.
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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