LRT Service Person

City of Edmonton•Edmonton, AB

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We're looking for dedicated individuals to join our team as LRT Servicepersons at the City of Edmonton. This is a hands-on role where you will be an integral part of ensuring our Light Rail Transit (LRT) vehicles are safe, clean, and ready for service every day. You'll be working in a dynamic environment, performing essential maintenance, inspections, and cleaning tasks that keep our city moving. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys a fast-paced setting and takes pride in a job well done.

Requirements

Minimum Grade 12 High School Diploma with some experience in a mechanical shop environment. A combination of training and experience may be considered
Mechanical Aptitude: Basic mechanical knowledge and skill in the use and care of tools and equipment are essential
Safety Awareness: Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions in a shop environment
Physical Ability: The physical ability to perform heavy manual labor in various weather and environmental conditions
Problem-Solving: The ability to organize and assemble a train to meet operational needs in a fast-paced environment
Administrative Skills: The ability to maintain basic records and use software like SAP for data entry, and be able to use Google Suite
You must be able to work shifts that cover 7 days a week, 24 hours a day
Passing a physical strength evaluation (Functional Ability Recruitment Evaluation test - F.A.R.E.) and a pre-employment City medical examination is a requirement of this position
Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
Ability to obtain and maintain an LRT "A" Book License to operate Light Rail Transit Vehicles

Nice To Haves

Experience working in the transit industry with electrically powered transit vehicles is considered an asset
Knowledge of lubricating requirements of LRT units and related equipment is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Perform inspections and pre-service checks on light rail vehicles
Organize and assemble the trains to meet operational needs
Change over vehicles on the mainline, performing "bump ups" or "downs," and moving vehicles on and off the mainline
Clean both the interior and exterior of the vehicles and wash parts
Vacuum, mop floors, dust, clean windows and complete other related cleaning duties on Light Rail Vehicles
Assist Electro Vehicle Mechanics as needed
Operate forklift, pressure washer and various other shop tools and equipment
Complete administrative procedures and forms to document your work
Utilize Fleet Management System Software (SAP) for data and time entry