Maintenance Technician

Introduction Are you a Maintenance Technician looking to join one of the top companies in the Transportation Manufacturing industry? Are you looking to further your career and grow? Do you have experience in maintaining and repairing automotive or transportation systems? If you answered yes to those three questions, then apply today! Acara Solutions is seeking highly qualified candidates to work onsite with our client in Phoenix, AZ. Interested? Responsibilities Operate and maintain the Automotive People Mover (APM) system and related subsystems at the O&M site. The Maintenance Technician C will troubleshoot and identify failure causes; repair or initiate the repair of failed items, and perform recovery/corrective or preventive maintenance of vehicles (APM at PHX Sky Train)and wayside subsystems (Guideway Rail, Switches, Platform Doors) and components. Preventive maintenance, inspection, and adjustment tasks and procedures are well established and need normal supervision. Incumbents will follow the direction of higher-level personnel in preventive or corrective maintenance phases of work. Associates exercise considerable latitude and open judgment in the troubleshooting and recommended repair of equipment. Operate, troubleshoot, and repair Wayside systems, vehicles, and components as assigned. 1st and 2nd shift will primarily perform Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Corrective Maintenance (CM) on vehicles(APM) and related equipment to detect failed or improperly operating equipment. 3rd shift will primarily perform Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Corrective Maintenance (CM) on wayside and related equipment to detect failed or improperly operating equipment. All shifts will be needed to learn both Vehicle and Wayside subsystems. All technicians are needed to operate trains, doors, guideway switches, and power distribution systems in a manual mode. Perform electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems inspection following established procedures or other written or verbal instructions. Repair or replace defective parts or equipment utilizing manuals, blueprints, schematics, drawings, and other written or verbal instructions. Support recovery of malfunctioning vehicles from the system as needed. Respond to system failures to recover vehicles and restore system operation. Respond to customer requests in a timely fashion Assist passengers during emergency operations. Conduct thorough and complete preventive maintenance checks on vehicles, wayside, and subsystems as assigned. Achieve and maintain all functional certifications in the assigned area. Continuous learning and progression through the training program. This position is an essential element of our success in delivering our products and services to our customers and meeting the terms of our contract. Benefits Pay rate: $25.00/Hour. + 10% shift differential Hours: M-F, 2nd Shift and 3rd Shift roles available Length: Temp to Hire (6-8 Months) Job Requirements Required Skills / Qualifications High School Diploma or GED Minimum 2 years of experience in maintaining and repairing automotive or transportation systems Minimum 2 years of experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems. Preferred Skills / Qualifications Associate Degree in Mechanical or Technical Knowledge of the Business Experience in the railroad, APM, or transportation industry Knowledge of basic electronic theory Aptitude for mechanical operations and the operation of equipment Knowledge in the use and application of a variety of hand and power tools Knowledge of the use of simple electronic equipment Leadership - Management or Technical Ability to perform a wide variety of tasks and duties. Capacity to learn a variety of equipment operations. Ability to read and follow instructions. Problem Solving Interpersonal & Communication Skills Teamwork Customer Orientation Be able to communicate in written and spoken English effectively Problem Solving Developing Oneself Initiative Additional Information Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Willingness to work various shifts, as needed The position needs regular exposure to outside weather in challenging environmental conditions. Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Be able to work from elevated work areas and use ladders, squat, and climb as needed Employees may be needed to work in a train yard with live power tails and moving equipment. Employees need to be able to operate heavy equipment, including cranes and forklifts, as well as company vehicles. Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran. Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aleron