Axle Counter Maintainer
About The Position
Under general supervision, the Axle Counter Maintainer inspects, adjusts, repairs, and maintains axle counter systems and associated signal equipment. The role performs work safely and efficiently in compliance with applicable rules, procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. It supports reliable light rail operations by maintaining equipment, documenting work, coordinating with peers, management, contractors, staff, and vendors, and responding to emergency repairs and unscheduled incidents. The position provides variable shift coverage for maintenance assignments during peak, off-peak, and non-revenue hours, and requires on-call availability. The employee may fill in for a Signals and Communications Technician. The role also supports the agency’s Safety Management System and Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan, promotes safety awareness, and provides customer service to internal and external customers.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least two years of experience performing inspection and general maintenance work.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Texas Class C driver’s license and ability to meet Metro’s motor vehicle record requirements.
- Knowledge of the tools and equipment required to perform the job.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a rail or track maintenance environment.
Responsibilities
- Inspect, repair, and maintain axle counter systems using specialized tools.
- Inspect and make necessary axle counter head adjustments.
- Inspect axle counter mounting brackets.
- Inspect and clean rail boot annulus and embedded track drains.
- Inspect mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment, including grade crossing mechanisms, switch machines, and relays.
- Remove water and debris from axle counter boxes and switch turnouts.
- Record and document maintenance and diagnostic data.
- Use tools including a speed handle/ratchet, air compressors, thread chaser, thread taps, pry bar, and chisels.
- Assist with axle counter calibration.
- Provide variable shift coverage for maintenance assignments during peak, off-peak, and non-revenue hours.
- Work with staff and vendors to ensure spare parts, tools, and other necessary equipment are available to support revenue operations.
- Prioritize emergency maintenance tasks when on-site supervision is absent.
- Work with peers, management, and contractors to support safe, reliable, and efficient light rail operation.
- Remain available on call for emergency repairs and unscheduled incidents.
- May serve as a fill-in Technician in the absence of the Signals and Communications Technician.
- Provide excellent customer service to METRO internal and external customers.
- Apply Safety Management System methods and principles in daily work and support the agency’s Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan.
- Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents.
- Perform other job-related duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
