Trolley Maintenance Technician (Internal Only)

Mid-South Transportation Management, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid-South Transportation Management, Inc. in Memphis seeks a Trolley Maintenance Technician to service and clean rail cars and related equipment, and to support yard operations.

This non-exempt position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work varied shifts in a busy transit environment. Safety and reliability are essential in daily duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must read and follow directions on work orders.
• Must be willing to work varying shift hours.
• Experience with electrical equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Clean interiors and exteriors of rail cars using cleaners and solvents.
• Check rail car condition, report defects, and replace lighting as needed.
• Couple/uncouple cars and move rail cars in the yard.
• Service pantographs, wheels, axles, connectors, and other parts of cars.
• Operate and service small trucks, trailers, lawn mowers, edgers, and other equipment.
• Maintain shop facilities and grounds and perform related maintenance.

Skills

Driver's license

Equipment operation

Electrical knowledge

Reading comprehension

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Steam cleaner

Buffer

Forklift

Power washer

Job description

INTERNAL POSTING - OPEN TO CURRENT MATA EMPLOYEES ONLY

FLSA: Non-Exempt

JOB TITLE: Trolley Maintenance Technician

DEPARTMENT: Trolley Maintenance

REPORTS TO: Trolley Maintenance Foreman

PAY RATE: $22.71/hour

JOB FUNCTION:

The Trolley Maintenance Technician performs work in servicing and cleaning rail cars and equipment, transit buildings, grounds, and related facilities equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Cleans the interior and exterior of rail cars by washing and steam cleaning using a variety of solvents, soaps, and cleaning chemicals.
2. Checks the general condition of rail cars, reports defects, and replaces lighting as needed.
3. Couples and uncouples cars and moves rail cars in the yard.
4. Services pantographs, wheels, axles, connectors, and other parts of cars.
5. Operates and services small trucks, trailers, lawn mowers, lawn edgers, trimmers, and other equipment.
6. Maintains shop facilities and grounds, performing all related maintenance.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assumes additional responsibilities as required.
2. Cleans and services shop equipment.
3. Assists mechanics when needed.
4. Makes deliveries and picks up materials using a MATA vehicle.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High school diploma or GED required.

Other:

• Ability to operate cleaning and other equipment used in the cleaning of equipment, buildings, and grounds, such as a steam cleaner, buffer, forklift, etc.
• Previous experience with electrical equipment and electricity is a plus.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to read and understand directions given on work cards and orders; write legibly to complete orders and receive parts and supplies.
• Must be willing to work shift hours and days as assigned.

Environment:

• Extensive walking and standing; lifting a maximum of 50 pounds and lifting parts and materials overhead.
• Requires ability to withstand exposure to uncomfortable weather conditions, dust, engine fumes, toxic chemicals, extreme noise levels, and areas powered by high-voltage electricity.
• Must be able to climb on a ladder or other equipment to heights such as on the roof of buildings at the MATA facility.
• Must be able to crawl or stoop into tight areas and lie horizontally under a vehicle.
• Requires ability to hear directions given and visually perform essential functions for satisfactory job performance.

The above description is intended to describe the general content, identify the essential functions, and set forth the requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. MTM reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary to meet business needs.

MTM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes a drug-free workplace.