Senior Rail Equipment Maintenance Instructor (Track)

Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority•Los Angeles, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Metro’s mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County. Description To provide training in the maintenance and repair of track work and oversee the activities of the equipment maintenance instruction function in rail operations, by determining training needs, developing effective training programs, and organizing training schedules to assist in achieving the reliability and safety goals that impact the quality of service provided to Metro customers.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in Business Administration or other related field
Five years of relevant experience developing and conducting training in rail track facilities and equipment maintenance
Valid California Class C Driver License
Must be able to obtain a Class A Driver License
Must comply with all California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and personal protective gear including, but not limited to, respirators, eye and hearing protective devices (HPD), if and when required
Knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of equipment maintenance, wayside track systems, technical training, and planning
Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing wayside track systems
Knowledge of safety procedures
Knowledge of wayside track systems inspection, and configuration audit inspections
Knowledge of principles of supervision
Skill in planning financial and staffing needs
Skill in compiling and analyzing complex data utilizing available hardware and software tools
Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing
Ability to plan, organize, and administer equipment maintenance training programs
Ability to obtain a California Class A Driver License
Ability to analyze situations, identify problems, and recommend solutions
Ability to exercise judgment and creativity in making decisions
Ability to determine strategies to achieve goals
Ability to understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements
Ability to interact professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives
Ability to travel to offsite locations
Ability to supervise subordinate staff
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English

Responsibilities

Plans and coordinates training classes
Conducts training classes on track rail vehicles, shop equipment, Wayside equipment, and Metro’s computer systems, as required
Develops, implements, and maintains training schedules
Ensures all training provided is documented on employees' personnel records
Confers with management to determine training needs assessment for equipment maintenance personnel
Reviews, updates, and distributes training manuals, new manuals, illustrated parts catalogs, maintenance manuals, operating manuals, and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), as required
Oversees the development of new training programs to ensure technological changes are incorporated into curriculum
Ensures mandated programs such as EPA and AQMD, or FRA and CPUC are implemented and employee training, certifications, or yearly permits are up-to-date in the employee training records
Attends out-of-the-area meetings as Metro’s representative
Stays current on new and evolving equipment and procedures and ensures subordinate staff is properly trained
Testifies as expert technical witness at selected trials and hearings
Reviews and directs Equipment Manufacturer Training Programs or vendor provided training for use at divisions
Supervises subordinate staff
Administers time keeping in the system
Accounts for subordinate and personal compliance with all of Metro’s safety rules, polices, and procedures
Maintains, supports, and promotes a safe work environment while complying with all of Metro’s safety rules, policies, and procedures