Maintenance Electrician

About Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA) was formed in 1974 with the mission of providing public transit services to 59 communities and 1.2 million residents of Cuyahoga County. As the largest public transit agency in the State of Ohio, GCRTA's service options include bus, BRT, trolley, paratransit and three rail lines. GCRTA makes connections that empower individuals, neighborhoods, and communities to rise. We offer a wide range of comprehensive benefits and programs to support the health and wellness of employees and family members including health benefits (medical, dental and vision), a wellness incentive program and participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS.) The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA) is searching for individuals to fill positions within the Substation Department of Power & Way. The position of Substation Maintainer 448 is responsible for the routine and emergency maintenance of our Traction Power Substations for the Blue, Green and Red Lines of our Rapid Transit System. We utilize electricity from local utility suppliers to provide DC traction power for our Rapid Transit System. If you possess electrical expertise, mechanical aptitude and knowledge required, Human Resources encourages you to apply for this position and become a member of the Overhead Team! Duties: - Tests, cleans, inspects, adjusts, and performs routine maintenance on substation equipment. - Performs inspection and maintenance under the guidance of a 648 Substation Maintainer on the following equipment: rectifiers, transformers, AC/DC switchgear, battery banks, and chargers. - May include maintenance of fan and heater systems for each substation. - Able to troubleshoot electrical systems, including relays and switches. - This position will promote a safe and secure atmosphere, follow all safety and security rules, and perform other related duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements: Applicants must have a High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent. Applicants should have relative knowledge of DC and AC power systems. Apprenticeship or trade school program is preferred. Minimum of one (1) year of experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical equipment is preferred. Ideal experience should include familiarity with: feeder breakers, rectifiers, AC switchgear, relays and switches. Applicants