Light Rail Vehicle Technician

Sacramento Regional Transit District•Sacramento, CA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Effectively uses a variety of hand, power, pneumatic, and computer diagnostic tools and testing instruments to independently troubleshoot, maintain, repair and overhaul a variety of light rail vehicles (LRVs) to include specialized systems and components as well as related equipment, machinery, and tools, fare vending machines, and other vehicles owned and operated by the District; troubleshoots emergencies and/or operational problems, diagnoses problems and responds to off-site emergencies; may provide technical direction and/or functional supervision to less experienced employees; practices safe work processes and contributes to the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment for self and others; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Four (4) years of progressively responsible journey level full-time work experience successfully performing mechanical, electrical, and electronic diagnostic, maintenance and repair functions on large and complex vehicles, machinery and/or equipment; or successful completion of District-sponsored certification and training program
Possession of an LRV Mechanic A rating and/or possession of a Regional Transit Certification of ability to diagnose, repair, and overhaul electrical and mechanical systems for light rail vehicles and other support equipment
Possession of a Class A California Driver's License permit with endorsement(s) on the first day of appointment, and the ability to obtain a Class A California Driver's License with endorsement(s) within 90 days of appointment
A satisfactory driving record
Ability to pass and maintain Regional Transit's examination for LRV Operator's License
Pass the Ishihara Eye Test
Required to obtain the tools for the Light Rail Vehicle Technician by the end of the probationary period

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working on Light Rail Vehicles or related equipment is highly desirable
Possession of a Forklift Operator Certification or the ability to obtain a forklift certificate within 90 days of appointment, if required
Obtain EPA 608 Type 2 Certification within 90 days of appointment

Responsibilities

Inspects, tests, diagnoses, maintains, repairs, modifies, and overhauls all systems and components of LRVs and other District equipment
Uses electrical/electronic testing and diagnostic equipment and associated tools to inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain LRVs
Interprets test results to diagnose malfunctions
Plans troubleshooting procedures using schematics, diagrams, technical manuals, and expertise
Installs, maintains, repairs and modifies electrical wiring and equipment such as motors, generators, HVAC climate control units, and related electronic systems
Repairs/overhauls hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric brake systems, gear drive units, wheels, bearings, cam shaft controller unit, and other related equipment
Replaces and/or repairs accessory parts such as headlights, mirrors, windows, seats, and performs door adjustments
Maintains, modifies and repairs fare vending machines
Replaces consumables, tests, repairs and modifies electrical, mechanical and electronic systems, including component repair to Printed Circuit Boards (PCB's)
Maintains and repairs re-rail equipment, shop machinery, and power tools, as assigned
Energizes and de-energizes the overhead traction power system within the maintenance shop and adjacent yard areas when required for testing, maintenance, and repair of LRVs
Operates LRVs in yard or on mainline to safely return LRV to the maintenance facility and to verify performance specifications
Line routes, operates and moves LRVs and traction equipment as required for testing, servicing and performing repairs
Safely operates a variety of District vehicles and equipment in the normal performance of duties
As directed, operates re-railing equipment and acts as flag person for the protection of the public, employees and trains during emergencies and rerouting of trains
Documents and records work activities such as repairs made, parts usage and work in progress