Inspection Terminal Instructor I

Chicago Transit Authority•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Under general supervision, conducts training on the repair, maintenance, operation, and servicing of rapid transit cars and equipment at field locations and the central training facility. Uses classroom sessions, demonstrations, and on-the-job instruction for employees. Develops training programs and materials based on maintenance documentation, applicable regulations, task analyses, and input from technical and supervisory personnel. Training covers rapid transit cars, computers, electronics, troubleshooting, and other equipment. The position may also perform the duties of a Training Specialist and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or certification, plus three years of teaching or instruction experience, or a combination of education and experience relating to the position.
Submit to and pass drug and alcohol testing mandated for safety-sensitive positions.
Be able to obtain Rail Safety Training certification.
Possess a valid State of Illinois Driver’s License.
Working knowledge of training methodologies, curriculum and test development, instructional delivery techniques, tools, and facilitation.
Working knowledge of hand and power tool safety.
Basic knowledge of methods and procedures used to repair and maintain CTA rail cars or similar equipment.
Basic knowledge of electrical and mechanical equipment used on CTA 5000-series rail cars or equipment.
Basic knowledge in at least one of these areas: computer network troubleshooting and analysis; IGBT power electronics troubleshooting and analysis; hydraulics theory and application; or communications technology, including voice over IP, analog-digital conversion, and video.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Basic skills using Microsoft Office software.
Basic math skills, including working with fractions, decimals, and percentages.
Ability to read schematic drawings.
Ability to operate audio-visual and other equipment used in presenting training.
Ability to work with confidential and sensitive information.
Ability to travel to field locations in prevailing weather and occasionally work outdoors in prevailing weather.
Ability to board and alight rail cars from grade level.
Ability to stand, bend, stoop, and kneel as necessary when conducting training near and under rail cars.
Ability to work various hours, days, and locations, including in terminals, shops, and field locations, and around moving trains and energized 600-volt power rails and equipment.

Nice To Haves

Degree or certification and experience in a technical field are preferred.

Responsibilities

Research maintenance manuals, service bulletins, OSHA requirements, and related federally mandated legislation to develop training programs.
Conduct task analyses and interview technically knowledgeable personnel, vendors, contractors, and supervisory personnel to gather information for training programs.
Create course content, lesson plans, instructor manuals, reference materials, learning aids, and testing materials.
Conduct training on the maintenance and repair of rapid transit cars, computers, electronics, and equipment troubleshooting and analysis.
Administer performance and written tests to assess training effectiveness.
Supervise students’ training in shops and other work areas.
Provide periodic instruction to management personnel.
Instruct terminal employees in operating rapid transit cars and other equipment, and conduct initial and special training for employees and outside agencies.
Develop and administer evaluation surveys to assess training relevance and teaching effectiveness; update or modify training as needed.
Keep abreast of technical and operational changes affecting Authority operations and design effective training methods.
May perform the duties of the Training Specialist.
Perform other duties as assigned.