Electro-Mechanical Technician Apprentice - Maintenance of Wayside

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

1d•Onsite

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. Applications will be accepted and reviewed on an ongoing basis. Interviews are typically conducted on a weekly basis.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Must have passed Algebra in high school or college with a passing grade of C or better.
An aptitude test will be required following interview.
To be considered for the role, you must submit your California driving record from the DMV to MTS. MTS will accept either the online printout or a certified copy of your driving record.

Responsibilities

Maintenance and inspection of the Wayside Railroad Signal System
Maintenance and inspection of Railroad Grade Crossings
Maintenance and inspection of Railroad Track Switches
Maintenance and inspection of Traction Power Generation and Distribution
Operation of overhead bucket trucks and cranes
Maintenance and inspection of Various lighting systems
Maintenance and inspection of Ventilation systems
Maintenance and inspection of Pumps and pump controls

Benefits

Competitive wages
Exceptional benefits
Career advancement
Tools and uniforms
Paid Training and Education
Tuition and books paid for
Retirement Plan through California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
Medical, dental & life insurance plans, upon completion of 180 day probationary period
Two (2) weeks of vacation, after one year of service
Holidays
Free travel on most local public transit systems
Sick leave, after six months of service