Electro-Mechanical Technician Apprentice - Light Rail Vehicle

San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS)•San Diego, CA

5h•$25 - $46

About The Position

San Diego Trolley, Inc. (MTS) offers a 4-year apprenticeship program, leading to a rewarding career working on the light rail system for America's finest city. MTS offers competitive wages, exceptional benefits, career advancement, tools and uniforms. Learn the skills necessary to move up the career ladder as an Assistant Lineman, Lineman and Electromechanic responsible for the highly skilled repair and maintenance of the MTS Rail System. Application Review: Applications will be accepted and reviewed on an ongoing basis. Interviews are typically conducted on a weekly basis. The Apprenticeship Program is divided into two (2) main segments: Assistant Lineman and Lineman. Each segment is approximately two years in duration and consists of on-the-job training and formal classroom training. The formal classroom training is conducted on the employee's own time and may consist of attending classes at San Diego City College, or other approved local junior colleges, as well as formal classes held on MTS premises. MTS pays for the cost of the tuition and books. Apprentices attend classes while working full-time. At the conclusion of the Assistant Lineman Apprenticeship Program, the State of California awards the employee a Journeyman's Certificate as an Assistant Lineman. The employee is then enrolled in the Apprentice Lineman Program. At the conclusion of the Lineman Program, the employee is awarded a Journeyman's Certificate as a Lineman. The employee is then eligible for promotion to Electromechanic. MTS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer with an ongoing commitment to treat all people, including customers, co-workers and the public at large, with dignity and respect. As a public transportation agency, MTS is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse communities in which we work and live. MTS supports and promotes an environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. MTS recruits, hires, trains and promotes individuals without regard to race, such as hair texture and hairstyles), color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age (40 years or older), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition (cured or rehabilitated cancer), physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision-making, genetic information (including family medical history), military or veteran status, or any other protected class. MTS encourages veterans, military spouses and people from different backgrounds to apply for open positions for which they are interested. Additionally, MTS employees are encouraged to refer qualified candidates from all backgrounds and age groups. At MTS, we are committed to a fair and equitable workplace where everyone is a respected and valued member of the team.

Requirements

Proof of graduation from High School or GED Certificate.
Must have passed one semester of Algebra with a grade of C or better, from High School or College.
Must possess and maintain a valid California driver's license. You will need to submit a driver record.

Responsibilities

Perform Preventative Maintenance and Safety inspections on LRV (Light Rail Vehicles aka "Trolleys")
Perform mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronic repairs on LRVs
Perform Diagnostics and troubleshooting on LRVs
Rebuild and overhaul LRV subcomponents and systems
Provide emergency response to recover LRVs in the field
Provide maintenance support for MTS Special Events service
Perform Preventative Maintenance to supporting maintenance workshop equipment