Transit Communications & SCADA Technician

Valley Metro RPTA; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Metro RPTA is seeking a maintenance technician to service communication and fare systems, including SCADA, CCTV, and PA interfaces. The role focuses on safe, reliable operation and system upkeep in a transit environment.

The ideal candidate has a HS diploma or GED with related maintenance experience, and may need to obtain a Class B CDL and operate light rail vehicles in the future. This safety-sensitive position requires compliance with DOT and drug testing policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and one year of experience in communications systems maintenance and network diagnostics.
• SCADA operations and troubleshooting highly desired.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the duties.
• Additional education cannot be substituted for experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and support network, communication, and fare collection systems, including Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV), Public Address (PA) systems, fiber optics, and network nodes.
• Maintain communication infrastructure and fare collection equipment, including variable message boards.
• Identify, gather, and test necessary parts; safely work with electricity; and operate and maintain specialized tools and equipment.
• Perform general cleaning, maintenance, and inventory management of tools, parts, and equipment.
• Respond to emergencies and maintain detailed inspection, repair, and inventory records.
• Support cross-functional projects, system upgrades, and technology implementations to improve operations.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Skills

SCADA maintenance

Network diagnostics

CCTV/PA systems

Fare collection systems

Electrical safety

Inventory control

Computer usage

Communication skills

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA hardware

Fiber optics

Job description

Valley Metro RPTA is seeking a maintenance technician to service communication and fare systems, including SCADA, CCTV, and PA interfaces. The role focuses on safe, reliable operation and system upkeep in a transit environment.

The ideal candidate has a HS diploma or GED with related maintenance experience, and may need to obtain a Class B CDL and operate light rail vehicles in the future. This safety-sensitive position requires compliance with DOT and drug testing policies.