Automotive Technician

Job Summary

• Operate and maintain transit system
• Perform corrective and preventive maintenance
• Perform inspections
• Perform repairs and adjustments
• Perform diagnosis and troubleshooting

Responsibilities:

Working under the direction of a supervisor/engineer:

• Performs first line troubleshooting, train coordination, preventive and corrective maintenance on vehicles and wayside equipment, including but not limited to propulsion, traction motors, brakes, air compressors, couplers, doors, HVAC, auxiliary power, and all other related electromechanical components and maintenance duties under the direction of the supervisor or the Lead Technician.
• Makes recommendations for hardware and procedural changes that become evident during performance of maintenance, inspection or troubleshooting
• Interprets maintenance manuals, blueprints, schematics and drawings
• Performs tests and prepares reports as required
• Operates revenue service vehicles and support vehicles to include configuring trains and ensures that trains entering revenue service are fully serviceable
• Handles emergencies and failures in accordance with established procedures through immediate response and quick action
• Adheres to all company policies, procedures and safety rules
• Works variable hours and shifts
• Participates in regular training to maintain the required level of knowledge to effectively maintain, repair, and troubleshoot the system. Trains subordinate personnel as required
• Conduct inspections and audits, as directed, to insure compliance of sub-contractors
• Complete logs, reports, administrative functions as necessary
• Coordinate activities with team members
• Perform receiving inspections as directed
• Performs other related duties as required

Requirements:

• Must be able to pass Federal Background Check to obtain & maintain SIDA Badge required by the Airport
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must be able to work various shifts (24hr Work Environment)
• High School diploma or GED equivalent,
• Specialized technical training is a plus in any of the following categories: electrical, mechanical or electronics from a recognized institution.
• Two –Four years experience in maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of mechanical electrical or electronic systems plus proven familiarity in any one of the above trades is preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain certifications in compliance with all state and federal regulations applicable to this position.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential function. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, bend, stoop and hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms and may be required to lift up to 50 pounds. The employee occasionally may be required to climb steep stairs and walk long distances. Work performed on elevated surface and high electrical voltage required.

*This job description is an overview of the main responsibilities. One should not imply that these requirements are the only duties, responsibilities and qualification for this job. Incumbents may be required to follow any additional related instructions, acquire related job skills and perform other related work as required.

BE Staffing Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer Dedicated to Affirmative Action and Workforce Diversity