Equipment Technician

The Position

**Although there is a salary range for this position, the candidate hired into this position will be hired at the bottom of the salary range.**

This recruitment will be used to establish an open competitive and promotional eligibility list that may be used to fill this vacancy and vacancies occurring in this classification for a minimum period of six (6) months. All communication with applicants will be via email. Applicants must provide a current and valid email address when applying.

RTC Department of Human Resources determines whether or not you meet the minimum qualifications for the job based on your experience as you describe it on your application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "See Attached Resume" on your application. We do not review resumes, unless specifically stated on the job announcement. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the Education and Work Experience section of the application. Applicants not meeting these requirements will not be considered for employment. Performs journey-level maintenance and repairs on electrical, mechanical, electromechanical and electronic equipment systems. FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

Working Conditions: May work shifts on days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Education and Work Experience: Equivalent to a High School Diploma AND successful completion of a recognized apprenticeship in electronics or equivalent education or experience AND two (2) years of full-time journey-level experience in electrical and electronic troubleshooting and repair.

Licensing and Certification: Must possess and maintain a valid Class C Driver's License at time of application.

Background Investigation: Employment with the Regional Transportation Commission in this position is contingent upon completion of a comprehensive background investigation, including qualifying education/apprenticeship/experience verification, social security trace, criminal history records review, driving history records check, verification of no previous positive drug tests in safety sensitive positions as defined by 49 CFR Part 40 (as amended) in the last three years, and a personal credit history review.

Medical Examination / Drug Screening: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician, and a DOT pre-employment drug screening.

Required Forms:

1. RTC Application On-Line Profile: Follow all the instructions on the application to include any education and experience that would qualify you for this position. Only the most-qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process. Candidates should ensure they highlight any of the following professional experience they possess on their applications/resumes:

Ability to read, interpret, and understand schematics

Ability to diagnose electrical and mechanical issues, and perform troubleshooting activities.

Ability to coordinate with vendors and multiple RTC departments to address agency needs

Physical Demands

Physical ability to perform construction and related work, including climbing and/or crawling in areas that are not handicapped accessible; stamina to stand and walk for extended periods of time; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

Work is subject to exposure to noise, high voltage and electrical hazards, fumes, chemicals, and solvents.

This classification is designed as "safety sensitive". This designation requires the incumbent to agree to random drug and alcohol testing, reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing, and post-accident drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and United State Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations (49 CFR 40 & 655 as amended).

Example Of Duties

Diagnose and repairs electrical, mechanical and electromechanical equipment for conformance to established standards. (e.g., On board communication systems, Fare collection equipment, Mobile surveillance systems, Wireless Routers, Multimedia systems and other electronic equipment). Plans sequence of testing and calibration procedures for instruments and equipment, according to blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, and other specifications. Disassembles instruments and equipment, using hand tools, and inspects components for defects; aligns, repairs and replaces component parts and circuitry; reassembles and calibrates instruments and equipment. Performs preventative and corrective maintenance based on equipment specifications and Original Equipment Manufacturer manuals. Support inventory management of parts and supplies. May be required to drive revenue generating vehicles in the bus yard. Operates a variety of office equipment, to include computers and associated software. Provides information and assistance to internal and external customers as required. Other duties as assigned.