Train Control Electronic Technician (External)

San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART); California (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading public transportation agency as a SEIU Maintenance Worker III, where you'll be responsible for maintaining and repairing essential train control and maintenance systems. This position requires technical expertise, a strong commitment to safety, and the ability to work various shifts. Ideal for candidates who possess an associate degree or equivalent experience in electronics, your role will involve troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance. Apply online to be part of a dynamic team ensuring safe and reliable transit for the Bay Area.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid California driver's license.
• One year experience maintaining and repairing computerized, electronic equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and replaces electrical components and equipment.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses hardware and software issues.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Repairing

Communication

Maintenance

Education

Associate’s degree in electronics

Certificate of Achievement in Electronics

Military training in electronics

Tools

Hand and power tools

Computer diagnostics tools

Job description

Department
Train Control, Maintenance & Engineering

Pay Rate
SEIU Maintenance Worker III (Grade 301)
Hourly rate of pay: $41.06 (Step 76)- $53.67 (Step 99)
*External candidates will start at $41.06 (Step 76)

Reports To
Train Control Foreworker

Days Off
Variable

Who May Apply
Qualified individuals who are not yet BART employees.

Current Assignment
This announcement will be used to establish a pool of eligible candidates for vacancies that may occur within the next twelve (12) months.

Selection Process
This is a SEIU Local 1021 Bargaining unit position. However, All SEIU members must follow the "Bid Form Process", failure to comply will invalidate an employee's application.

The selection process will include a screening for minimum qualifications as listed in this posting and may additionally involve a skills/performance test, written exam, and/or a panel interview. Outside applicants will not be considered until all employees who have applied have been considered first.

Application Process
This is a SEIU Local 1021 Bargaining unit position. However, all full-time SEIU District employees must follow the "Bid Form" process and deposit their bids in the bid box. Failure to comply may invalidate the employee's bid. As actual vacancies occur, District employees on the internal eligibility list will be considered before outside candidates.

External applicants may only apply online, at www.bart.gov/jobs. Applicants needing assistance with the online application process may receive additional information by calling [phone].

Other Information
Please be prepared to present documentation in support of any required licenses, degrees, or certifications upon request.

Please note that any job announcement may be canceled at any time.

Note
When you have successfully applied for this position, you will receive an auto reply e-mail acknowledging that your application was received for this position. Please retain a copy of the e-mail for your records. If you receive an auto reply that does not specifically reference this position, please email Employment Help at [e-mail] for assistance.

To verify submission of your application, click on the 'My Career Tools' link at the top of the 'Careers Home Page' after submitting your application to view the list of applications you have submitted (including application date and status). If you have further questions, please email the Employment Help at [e-mail], between the hours of 8:15am - 5:00pm, Monday- Friday.

The Employment Office will screen Bid form applications and resumes against the minimum qualifications. Those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be referred to the hiring department for further consideration. The selection process may involve a skills/performance test, written exam, and/or a panel interview. Outside applicants will not be considered until all employees who have applied have been considered first.

All applicants are asked to complete the application in full, indicating dates of employment, all positions held, hours worked, and a full description of duties. Online applicants are invited to electronically attach a resume to the application form to provide supplemental information, but should not consider the resume a substitute for the application form itself.

1. Repairs, removes and replaces power supplies, relays, motors, switches and related electrical components.
   
   
2. Adjusts, removes and replaces printed circuit boards, sensors, speed encoding devices and related electronic components.
   
   
3. Adjusts, repairs, removes and replaces mechanical mechanisms and parts such as gears, springs, clutches and rods.
   
   
4. Installs new assemblies, parts and components for equipment modifications; installs new wiring, pins, and connectors.
   
   
5. Troubleshoots, tests and diagnoses both hardware and software equipment problems using computerized diagnostics tolls, oscilloscopes, voltage, amperage and ohm meters, pressure gauges, magnetic field testers, calipers, multi-meters, signal and tone generators, test cards and related devices.
   
   
6. May fabricate special test equipment and prototype train control equipment.
   
   
7. Performs preventive maintenance of equipment, including cleaning, lubricating, checking and adjusting all parts and components.
   
   
8. Reads work requests and discusses work to be performed with foreworkers, supervisors, work request initiators and engineers.
   
   
9. Reads and interprets manuals, drawings, procedures, specifications and schematic diagrams.
   
   
10. Determines whether equipment can be repaired in the field and removes and maysendsequipment to component repair shops.
    
    
11. Responds to computerized, telephone and in-person requests for yard and train control equipment maintenance.
    
    
12. Maintains records of work performed, time required, parts and materials used, component serial numbers and related data, using current District maintenance management software and other PC applications such as, excel, lotus notes, word, etc.
    
    
13. Confirms that simple, work orders and safe clearances have been provided where necessary, and uses appropriate safety apparel and devices.
    
    
14. Updates drawings to reflect field conditions.
    
    
15. Prepares brief reports of repeated maintenance problems.
    
    
16. Operates District vehicles to reach equipment to be serviced and may include specialized high- rail vehicles used on tracks; may operate cranes or other equipment as required for repair.
    
    

Education:
An Associate’s degree in electronics from an accredited college, or a Certificate of Achievement in Electronics from an accredited college, or completion of military training in electronics, or completion of a formal apprenticeship as an electronic technician and possession of a high school diploma, GED, or recognized equivalent.

Experience:
One (1) year of (full-time equivalent) verifiable experience in maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing computerized, electronic and electro-mechanical equipment.

Other Requirements:
Must possess a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.
Must possess adequate color vision to distinguish wiring, parts, and signals.
Must be physically able to lift to waist level and carry up to 60 pounds.
Must be physically able to climb, stoop, bend, kneel, and crawl to reach work.
Must be physically able to walk on uneven surfaces for long distances.
Must be physically able to work in confined spaces, underground and on aerial structures.
Must be willing to work in exposure to live voltage.
Must be able to wear respiratory protective equipment during the performance of assigned duties in accordance with the District Respirator Program and applicable Cal-OSHA requirements.
Must be able to understand, read and communicate in English.
Must be able to work various shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Substitution:
In addition to the experience listed above, four (4) years of (full-time equivalent) verifiable electronic maintenance experience (i.e. maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing electronic and/or electromechanical equipment) can be substituted for the education.

Knowledge of:

• Basic operating principles of analog and digital electronics, electrical and electronic circuitry and mechanical mechanisms.
• Methods and procedures for the repair, installation and maintenance of computerized, electronic and electro-mechanical yard control and train control equipment.
• Methods and procedures for testing and troubleshooting yard control and train control equipment.
• Use and care of hand and power electrical, electronic and mechanical testing and repair tools and equipment.
• Current District PC applications such as excel, lotus notes, word, etc.
• Mathematics used in train control maintenance including Boolean algebra.
• Safety practices and procedures pertaining to the work.

Skill in:

• Assessing and troubleshooting both hardware and software problems in computerized electronic, electrical and mechanical yard and train control equipment down to the component level.
• Installing, repairing and maintaining yard and train control equipment.
• Using and maintaining hand and power tools and equipment used in the trade.
• Reading and interpreting manuals, procedures, diagrams and schematics.
• Keeping written records of work performed and parts and materials used.
• Using current PC applications systems.
• Communicating tactfully and effectively with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Operating the District’s radio and telephone communication systems in compliance with District Rules, Regulations and Procedures.