JOURNEYMAN ET-TRAIN CONTROL

Job Description

Position posted until a viable pool of candidates has been established.

This posting is to fill the current vacancy and to establish an eligibility list to fill any future vacancies that may occur in the next six months.

Education and/or experience:

High school diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of a (minimum) 12 months specialized formal training program in electronic and electrical repair, successful completion of an electronic vocational or trade school or military electronic training program. Two years of journeyman level experience in the repair and maintenance of electronic and electrical equipment. In lieu of formal training and two years of experience, three years of directly related experience may be substituted. Must have skill and ability in using a variety of sophisticated tools and electronic equipment.

Interview selection process: The selection process may include one or more components to demonstrate applicants' knowledge, skills and abilities in job-related areas. These may include exercises such as practical demonstrations, written communications, oral interviews and/or competency assessments.

Summary:

Inspects, repairs, and maintains the automatic train control electronic equipment using preventive and corrective maintenance procedures to ensure equipment is operating properly. Inspects, repairs, and maintains the electronic equipment which controls the movement, routing, and separation of the trains. Completes routine testing and inspection of all electronic equipment for compliance with FTA, FRA, and MARTA rules, standards and instructions. Cleans all signals and replaces defective wiring and burned-out light bulbs. Uses a variety of tools and testing equipment such as volt-ohmmeters, frequency generators, insulated joint testers, oscilloscopes and other hand and power tools associated with a complete electrical and electronic repair unit. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Certificates, licenses, registrations: Must have a commercial driver's license or minimally possess a CDL permit (successfully have passed the written portion of the CDL exam). Employees will be required to obtain their CDL license within 90 days following employment.

Americans with Disabilities Act: If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have a right to request that MARTA make reasonable accommodations in order to help you accomplish your work, which must still be performed in all its essential functions.

MARTA is a drug free workplace. Participation in MARTA's Drug & Alcohol Program is a condition of employment. Failure to adhere to MARTA's Drug & Alcohol Program will result in termination. Every MARTA employee is responsible for reading and observing the requirements of the Drug & Alcohol policy. This position has been identified as safety sensitive.

MARTA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Classification: Represented

Number of openings: 2

Hourly rate: $27.76

Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA)