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Job Title:

Vehicle Maintenance Technician

Industry:

Commuter Rail Operations

Reports to:

Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor

Position Summary:

The Vehicle Maintenance Technician is responsible for inspecting, maintaining and repairing all electronic, electrical and mechanical equipment and systems on passenger rail vehicles in accordance with OEM instructions and FRA regulations.

Description of Duties:

• Perform inspection, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of vehicle electrical and electronic systems including but not limited to propulsion, braking, cab signal and train control systems, door systems, intercoms and public address systems
• Perform inspection, service, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of vehicle mechanical systems and car-shell, including but not limited to HVAC, drive units, trucks, couplers and brakes.
• Respond to service failures as required
• Utilize shop tools and test equipment such as wheel true machine, forklifts, table-lifts, hoists, cranes, power tools, specialized measuring tools, electronic test equipment, laptop computers and hand tools
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Ability to comply with all safety rules and instructions including the use of proper personal protective equipment
• Record completed inspections and repairs using the Maintenance management System and other software tools; complete written reports as required
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED is required
• An associate’s degree or Accredited Secondary School Diploma and successful achievement of industry required licenses or certifications in Aviation Maintenance Technology, Automotive Maintenance or other industrial Maintenance Technology program
• Minimum three years’ experience maintaining and repairing electro-mechanical systems and equipment preferably at the journeyman level may be substituted for the secondary school requirement Heavy or light rail Electrical Multiple Unit vehicle experience
• Must have the ability to comprehend, communicate and respond to instructions, orders, signs, notices, inquires, etc. in English
• The ability to use equipment diagnostics systems such as found in Automotive Maintenance Software Applications
• Must be able to pass the required training and examinations to become a Qualified Maintenance Person per 49 CFR 238
• Ability to comply with all safety rules and instructions including the use of proper personal protective equipment
• Ability to prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to read and interpret operating and maintenance manuals, schematics, prints and instructions typically used in the position
• Must be able to work scheduled overtime and be available for non-scheduled emergency call outs outside of assigned work hours
• Must pass a pre-employment physical examination
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and successfully pass a pre-employment background check
• Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen and be willing to comply with the DTO Drug and Alcohol Policy
• Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license

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