LRV Technician - $2,500 Hiring Bonus!

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LRV Technician - $2,500 Hiring Bonus!

Salary

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Location

Beaverton, OR

Job Type

Union Full-Time

Job Number

24-00101

Department

Maintenance (Union)

Division

Rail Equipment Maintenance

Opening Date

05/10/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description

• Benefits

Description

Join TriMet as a LRV Technician!

This position will perform preventative maintenance inspections, repairs, and troubleshooting on light rail vehicles (LRVs), including LRV subsystems and components, for LRV types, including timed contractor DC propulsion technology and state of the art AC propulsion microprocessor driven technology.

Five (5) days per week onsite are required.

Ensure a commitment to safety through consistent and professional behaviors in performance of job requirements that demonstrate safety is a fundamental value that guides all aspects of our work. Perform related duties as required.

Serve as a good steward of TriMet by regularly utilizing our transit system to maintain a strong and current understanding of customers’ experiences and of TriMet’s product and service offerings.

Essential Functions

• Inspect, troubleshoot, adjust, and repair subsystems, such as propulsion, dynamic brake, friction brake, air conditioning, annunciation circuits, couplers, door systems and public address/readerboards. Locate and diagnose trouble in electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems using standard test equipment and laptop computers.

• Follow written standard operating procedures (SOP) and maintenance instructions, blueprints, schematics, drawings, and written specifications.

• Practice effective work techniques in troubleshooting, job lay-out, productivity and quality of work performed.

• Instruct other employees and LRV Maintenance Technician Trainees in repair procedures, troubleshooting, safety precautions and preventative maintenance inspection techniques, as required.

• Use the following test equipment: laptop computers (Windows and non-Windows applications, LRV systems diagnostic software, fault log data analytic software), diagnostic test equipment, data acquisition test equipment, oscilloscopes, simulator, megger, in-floor hydraulic jacks, and hi-pot tester.

• Operate hi-rail vehicles, forklift, overhead cranes, and perform tasks involved in re-rail procedures for LRVs.

• Maintain maintenance logs and records as required by TriMet rules and procedures.

Position Requirements

A High school diploma/GED is required.

An Associate's degree in Electronics Technology, Aviation Maintenance, ASE - Automotive Service Technology, or other related degree, or equivalent U.S. military training may be considered

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Three (3) years of experience in electrified rail transit vehicle maintenance or manufacturing, or completion of TriMet Light Rail Vehicle Technician training program, required. Or any combination of experience and training.

Upon verification of prior experience, applicant must pass a qualifying written examination related to the required knowledge, skills and abilities (selection criteria) listed above. Must pass required physical examination with drug screen, and meet the physical activity requirements of the job.

Possession of or the ability to obtain, a valid Oregon Class "A" Commercial Driver License (CDL) with an air brake endorsement or the State of Washington equivalent, required.

Selection Criteria

1. Electrical propulsion theory, design concepts, equipment, hardware, troubleshooting and repair techniques related to electrified rail transit vehicles, including applicable electrical and materials codes and standards.

   2. Testing and instrumentation equipment involved in operation and maintenance of electrified rail transit vehicles.

   3. Heavy vehicle shop safety procedures in an electrified environment.

   4. Read and interpret electrical and mechanical plans, drawings and specifications.

   5. Effectively communicate and document maintenance work and instructions, maintain test records, and assist in developing operating procedures.

   6. Safely work with live circuits up to 1,000 V.

   7. Gain specific knowledge relating to TriMet light rail transit vehicles.

   8. Operate the District's radio and telephone communication system in accordance with established regulations and procedures.

   9. Maintain a satisfactory level of dependability and reliability for technician work performance both individually and as a member of a team of technicians, and attendance.

   10. Understand and comply with District's safety rules, operating procedures, rules and regulations.

   11. Pass the District's certification program for Light Rail Vehicle yard operations.

   12. Must pass required physical examination with drug screen, and meet the physical activity requirements of the job.

   13. Ability to perform all essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodations.

   14. Adapt to various physical environments and varying shifts and work assignments, including lifting and moving heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds, as well as exertion of directional force through tools manipulated by the body, hands, arms and/or legs.

   Type of Position / Grade/FLSA Union, Non-Exempt, Regular Full-time. Wage $41.39 per hour, effective December 1st 2023. Wage will be in accordance with the current Working and Wage Agreement.

   Selection Process

   Candidates will be selected based at a minimum on the result of:

2. Application Review

3. Driving Record Review

4. Overview of Job Orientation / Supplemental Exercise & Computer Assessments

5. Panel Interview

6. Criminal Background Check/Reference Check

7. Medical Examination with lift test up to 50 lbs. & Drug Screenings

8. CDL Class A Permit or License

   Supplemental Information

   Make sure you describe in detail how your education, training and work experience fit with this role. You are encouraged to attach a resume, cover letter, education and training certificates and/or letters of recommendation with your application. You are permitted five attachments of less than 5MB each.

   Internal applicants: Employees who meet the minimum qualifications are welcome to apply. Information in your personnel file will not be used in lieu of information requested on your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

   If you are a qualified veteran and would like to apply for veterans' preference points, you will need to reflect your status on the application and attach supporting documentation at the time of application submission.

   If you need accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process, contact our Human Resources staff at 503-962-7505, or the TTY line at 7-1-1. Note that we require a minimum of two workdays' notice prior to the need for accommodation.

   TriMet is an equal opportunity employer, committed to developing an organization that is reflective of and sensitive to the needs of the diverse community we serve, including veterans, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement

As applied to the workplace, applicants and employees must be qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Essential functions may include required job functions performed infrequently as well as production standards related to the quality and quantity of work.

If a person with a disability could meet job qualifications with a reasonable accommodation, TriMet will work with the employee to accommodate the need. If TriMet's accommodation is effective in allowing the employee to perform the essential functions of the job, it need not be the employee's preferred accommodation.