MOW Signal Maintainer- $2,500 Hiring Bonus!

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MOW Signal Maintainer- $2,500 Hiring Bonus!

Salary

See Position Description

Location

Gresham, OR

Job Type

Union Full-Time

Job Number

22-00096

Department

Maintenance (Union)

Division

Rail MOW Administration

Opening Date

06/28/2022

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description

• Benefits

Description

The MOW Signal Maintainer performs skilled work in connection with the inspection, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, operation, alteration and repair of the TriMet Signal System for LRV Operation.

They effectively use and operate the tools, computerized diagnostic test equipment and field equipment required for the repair and maintenance of the Signal System Equipment. All work performed will be reported electronically by the technician including all aspects of work performed, travel time and any special conditions encountered and repaired.

Ensure a commitment to safety through consistent and professional behaviors in performance of job requirements that demonstrate safety is a fundamental value that guides all aspects of our work. Perform related duties as required.

Serve as a good steward of TriMet by regularly utilizing our transit system to maintain a strong and current understanding of customers’ experiences and of TriMet’s product and service offerings.

Essential Functions

• Inspect, adjust and maintain transit signal equipment, grade crossing warning devices and preempt devices, switch machines, switch circuit controllers, switch locks, signals and relay cases and racks in accordance with TriMet Rules and Procedures, Oregon Public Utilities Commission Standards and Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations – Rules, Standards and instructions for Railroad Signal Systems.

• Maintain maintenance records and logs required by TriMet Rules and Procedures, OPUC Standards, and Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

• Bench tests and adjusts vital relays and other signals system apparatus.

• Function as a composite maintainer, cleaning, painting and maintaining signal/electrical equipment, spaces and shop areas.

• Operate various maintenance equipment and tools as necessary.

• Assist in rerailing operations and other emergency situations.

• Support traction power and track maintenance in accordance with established procedures and/or as directed by qualified personnel.

• Assist in the coordination of signals contractors activities when and where necessary.

• Assist in spare parts setup and control.

• Assist in the development and update of a maintenance report system.

• Perform on the job training for signal trainees.

Position Requirements

A minimum of a High School Diploma/GED or equivalent is required.

Two (2) years of experience in rail transit signal system inspection, construction or maintenance; light rail transit, are required.

or

Successful completion of a qualified rail signals school is required.

or

Successful completion of the Signals Maintainer trainee program is required

or

Any equivalent combination of experience and education.

Possession of, or the ability to acquire, a valid Oregon Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement or Washington State equivalent is required.

Applicant must pass a qualifying written examination related to the Selection Criteria listed below.

Selection Criteria

• Knowledge of railway signal principles and practices (Association of American Railroads).

• Knowledge of Rules, Standards and Instruction for Railway Signal Systems (Federal Railroad Administration).

• Knowledge of Railway signal circuit plans including AAR symbols, nomenclature, conventions and interpretation.

• Knowledge of the use of electrical test equipment.

• Knowledge of the restrictions of alterations to signal systems.

• Ability to understand and comply with general safety rules, operations, rules and regulations of the District.

• Ability to learn to operate the District’s radio and telephone communication systems in compliance with rules, regulations and procedures.

• Ability to diagnose and correct problems in signal interlockings.

• Demonstrated ability to maintain satisfactory performance level of dependability and reliability.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form.

• Demonstrated ability to document information.

• Demonstrated ability to assist in the establishment of written procedures.

• Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of certification and recertification training as appropriate.

• Ability to pass the District’s certification program for track equipment operation.

• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening.

  Type of Position/Grade/FLSA

Union, Non-Exempt, Regular full-time. Wage: $42.17 per hour. Wage will be in accordance with the current Working and Wage Agreement.

Selection Process

Candidates will be selected based at a minimum on the result of:

1. Application Review/Work Record Review

2. Driving Record Review - Upon submitting your application, you are required to submit a DMV report from every state (except Oregon) where you have held a driver's license in the past ten (10) years. Refer to online instructions to download and attach documents to your application or email documents to maintenancejobs@trimet.org.

3. Verification of High School diploma or GED

4. Supplemental Tests

5. Panel Interview

6. Criminal Background Check / Reference Check

7. Drug Screening

8. Medical Examination

Supplemental Information

Make sure you describe in detail how your education, training and work experience fit with this role. You are encouraged to attach a resume, cover letter, training certificates and/or letters of recommendation with your application. You are permitted five attachments of less than 5MB each.

Internal applicants: Information in your personnel file will not be used in lieu of information requested on your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

If you are a qualified veteran and would like to apply for veterans' preference points, you will need to reflect your status on the application and attach supporting documentation at the time of application submission.

If you need accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process, contact our Human Resources staff at 503-962-7505, or the TTY line at 7-1-1. Note that we require a minimum of two workdays' notice prior to the need for accommodation.

TriMet is an equal opportunity employer, committed to developing an organization that is reflective of and sensitive to the needs of the diverse community we serve, including veterans, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement

As applied to the workplace, applicants and employees must be qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Essential functions may include required job functions performed infrequently as well as production standards related to the quality and quantity of work.

If a person with a disability could meet job qualifications with a reasonable accommodation, TriMet will work with the employee to accommodate the need. If TriMet's accommodation is effective in allowing the employee to perform the essential functions of the job, it need not be the employee's preferred accommodation.

Hiring Bonus

a. For eligible employees hired into eligible non-trainee positions after the date that this MOA is fully executed:

i. $500.00 to be paid with the first paycheck after hire in an eligible position.

ii. $1,000.00 to be paid with the eligible employee’s first paycheck following the 6 month anniversary of hire in an eligible position.

iii. $1,000.00 to be paid with the eligible employee’s first paycheck following the 1 year anniversary of hire in an eligible position.

b. For eligible employees hired into eligible non-trainee positions who were employed with TriMet as of the date that this MOA is fully executed:

i. $500.00 to be paid with the first paycheck that occurs 20 or more days after this MOA is fully executed.

ii. $1,000.00 to be paid with the eligible employee’s first paycheck following the 6 month anniversary of the date that this MOA was fully executed.

iii. $1,000.00 to be paid with the eligible employee’s first paycheck following the 1 year anniversary of the date that this MOA was fully executed.