Signal Systems Technician-Pipeline
About The Position
Valley Metro is building a pipeline of talent for upcoming Signal Systems Technician opportunities. The technician helps ensure the safety, reliability, and efficiency of the rail transportation network by installing, maintaining, and repairing signal systems and related equipment. The work helps minimize disruptions, prevent accidents, and optimize train operations through precise technical work and adherence to regulatory standards. The position is part of the Maintenance of Way team, which maintains, repairs, and replaces light rail track, rail signal, SCADA and communications systems, overhead catenary systems, and traction power substations. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to Valley Metro RPTA's Drug and Alcohol Program. Employment is contingent upon passing a DOT physical examination, pre-employment drug test, and background investigation. The incumbent must qualify to operate light rail vehicles and obtain a Class B CDL permit within 90 days of attending New Employee Orientation and a full Class B CDL with air brake endorsement within six months of hire. The full pay range is $32.66 to $48.99 per hour, with an anticipated starting rate between the entry rate of $32.66 and the midpoint of $40.82. The actual rate depends on factors including skills, qualifications, experience, education, certifications, training, and internal equity.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, or directly related experience substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
- Two years of experience with electromechanical or electronic systems, including Ohm's Law.
- Availability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and odd and unusual hours; may be called in on a day off for emergencies.
- Valid Arizona driver's license and ability to maintain insurability under Valley Metro's Vehicle Insurance Policy.
- Ability to qualify to operate light rail vehicles.
- Obtain a Class B CDL permit within 90 days of attending New Employee Orientation and a full Class B CDL with air brake endorsement within six months of hire.
- Successfully pass a DOT physical examination, pre-employment drug test, and background investigation.
- Knowledge of safety practices for electronic systems; AC/DC electrical systems; analog and digital electronics; electronic control circuitry; associated mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems; and testing and inspection methods and tools.
- Skill in safely using and maintaining hand and power tools and test equipment related to the work.
- Ability to maintain accurate records of work performed.
- Ability to read schematics and blueprints for electrical and electronic controls.
- Ability to analyze malfunctions in electrical, electronic, and electromechanical systems and repair them.
- Ability to perform maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, rebuild, and overhaul of rail wayside equipment and subsystems.
- Ability to use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines and maintain effective working relationships.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree in electrical/electronic engineering technology from a two-year technical college or institute.
- Railroad signaling school or transit experience.
Responsibilities
- Repair electrical, electronic, mechanical, and hydraulic systems of light rail wayside signaling and fare collection equipment.
- Test and troubleshoot electronic components and systems; repair, order, or replace components, rewire systems, and test equipment before returning it to service.
- Respond to service emergencies by troubleshooting and repairing electronic and electromechanical equipment in wayside facilities, passenger stations, and fare collection systems.
- Maintain parts inventory and computer inventory records.
- Compile reports documenting inspections, repairs, and equipment requiring replacement.
- Perform preventive maintenance on signaling and fare collection equipment.
- Investigate and locate problems or failures and take appropriate corrective action.
- Follow proper safety precautions, particularly when working around energized circuits.
- Attend safety and training meetings and participate in emergency preparedness systems.
- Maintain and repair light rail wayside signaling and system equipment.
- Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
