Car Repairer 'A'

Chicago Transit Authority • Chicago, IL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Inspects, maintains, and repairs rail vehicles.

Requirements

• Required to submit to and pass drug and alcohol testing as mandated by the Federal Transportation Administration.
• Must sign and adhere to requirements of Rail Excel Program as specified in the New Car Repairer Understanding.
• Must perform the physical activities associated with this position and pass a physical examination.
• Required to possess two (2) years of verifiable experience in electro-mechanical work, or a combination of related work experience and accredited technical training such as high school, trade school or college courses, or applicable military experience.
• Must include the maintenance of electronic, electro-mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic components.
• Must possess a working knowledge of the operation, repair, testing, and adjustment of air conditioning, heating, and ventilation systems.
• Must possess a working knowledge of pertinent electrical maintenance principles and theories.
• Required to be knowledgeable of the proper use of hand and power operated tools.
• Required to be knowledgeable of the operation and use of pertinent gauges, meters, and test equipment.
• Required to communicate effectively in written and oral form.
• Must possess a suitable temperament to maintain amiable relations with various levels of Authority personnel.

Responsibilities

• Inspects and repairs various components of rail vehicles, such as parking and emergency brakes; inverter, converter, and motor generator, electrical systems, acceleration, and braking control system, auxiliary system, ventilation heating, and air conditioning.
• Tests and determines cause of malfunction of rail vehicle components, using knowledge, instruments, and gauges.
• Removes and replaces various components of rail vehicles.
• Adjusts and repairs various components of rail vehicles.
• Occasionally performs the duties of Car Servicer.
• Prepares written reports as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED