Streetcar Technician 1

Job Title: Streetcar Tech I (Preventative Maintenance Mechanic)

Summary: The Streetcar Tech I position is located in the Streetcar Maintenance Division of Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority dba EMBARK. Essential Job Functions: responsible for performing maintenance, repair, and inspection tasks on streetcars and light rail vehicles to ensure they operate safely and efficiently. This position is for an entry level technician who, under supervision, can diagnose mechanical issues, perform preventive maintenance, and repair or replace parts and systems as necessary. This position performs all required preventive maintenance inspections, check defect reports and creates corresponding work requests, prepares and maintains vehicle and facility inspection records and reports and work orders, make routine mechanical repairs and adjustments, such as but not limited to defective lights, body damage, interior damage, and operating defects. The Streetcar Tech I plays a key role in minimizing downtime and ensuring the safety and reliability of the streetcar fleet and systems.

Salary of $25.05 per hour.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform supervised diagnostics, troubleshooting and repair of electronic propulsion systems.
• Perform supervised diagnostics, troubleshooting and repair of electronic destination PA systems, electronic displays and other electronic systems typically found in transit vehicles
• Perform thorough preventative maintenance inspections in accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines; make routine mechanical repairs and adjustments
• Troubleshoot systems and locate causes of electrical, electronic and mechanical problems.
• Perform supervised diagnostics, troubleshooting and repair of track, switch, TWC and TPSS
• Use test equipment, typical shop tools, torque wrenches, multimeter, power supplies, oscilloscope and portable test units.
• Check and inspect the condition of Streetcars; report and repair defects such as defective lights, body damage, interior damage, and operating defects.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of shop area and work vehicles.
• Tag and document defect parts.
• Perform vehicle recovery duties including towing/Pushing disabled vehicles; assist with re-railing of cars, as necessary, move cars around the yard and shop.
• Clean exterior of streetcars by hands washing and steam cleaning, using a variety of approved solvents, soaps, cleaning chemicals and tools.
• Check and replenish consumables such as wiper fluid and sand.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports.
• Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or General Equivalent Degree.
• 21 years of age or older.
• Experience in maintaining, repairing, troubleshooting, and overhauling electrical and mechanical systems
• Experience in the diagnostics, troubleshooting and repair of electronic propulsion systems
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical principles, repair methods, standards and practices
• Knowledge of test equipment and tools needed in the repair, maintenance, and installation of mechanical, electronic and electrical systems and equipment.
• Strong knowledge of electronics including digital and analog systems
• Knowledge of general shop safety procedures
• Skill communicating orally and in writing.
• Skill in performing maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and safety/preventive maintenance inspections
• Skill in implementing preventive maintenance and safety inspection procedures
• Skill in using test and shop equipment and tools, parts and supply manuals
• Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of business
• Skill in the use of electronic schematics, portable test units and diagnostic software
• Ability to read, understand and apply technical information from service manuals
• Ability to read and follow verbal and written directions; ability to read, understand, and apply technical information found in repair manuals, service change bulletins, and applicable technical documents, including parts and supply manuals
• Ability to operate a computer and familiarity with MS Office products and maintenance information systems
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Streetcar Yard Operation certification

DEPARTMENTAL PREFERENCE

• Streetcar related experience, Programmable Logic Controller system experience, training, and certifications preferred.
• Experience in the diagnostics, troubleshooting and repair of Streetcar braking system, hydraulic units and high voltage systems preferred.
• Experience in the diagnostics, troubleshooting and repair of fare electronic destination signage, PA systems, electronic displays and other electronic systems typically found in transit vehicles preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role. This position will be physically demanding at times. This is a non-exhaustive overview of the physical requirements of this job.

• Regularly lift weight up to 75 pounds to a height of up to 56 inches.
• Regularly carry weight up to 75 pounds to a distance up to 100 feet.
• Regularly push/pull up to 50 pounds for a distance up to 50 feet.
• Regularly grasp or squeeze with forces up to 40 pounds.
• Regularly ascend and descend a step ladder with up to 25 pounds. Frequently climb on/off equipment.
• Work in a confined access/space environment with a height of 12 inches and a width of 24 inches.
• Regularly kneel, bend, squat while transferring up to 25 pounds of weight.
• Regularly sit and stand for an extended period.
• Able to walk on uneven surfaces up to 1 mile.
• Regularly lay on back for extended periods of time.
• Regularly reach overhead while holding tools.
• Must be able to be aware of surroundings and follow verbal commands while being exposed to moderately loud noises on a daily basis.
• Must be able to adapt to various temperature extremes including but not limited to heat, cold, moisture and wind.
• Must be able to work in a safety sensitive work environment.
• Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position.
• Must be able to hear and distinguish auditory signals as required by the position.
• Must be able to obtain a valid Oklahoma Department of Transportation physical examination.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This is a summary of the duties and responsibilities commonly found within this classification.  It is not meant to be all inclusive; thus, other related activities or tasks may be assigned.

NOTE: This job classification has been designated as a safety sensitive job classification in accordance with the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act, 63 O.S., § 427.1 et seq., (OSCN 2019), effective August 29, 2019. This means employees in this job classification can be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination if they test positive for marijuana components or metabolites, even if they possess a medical marijuana license.

EEO Statement

EMBARK’s goal is to be a workforce that reflects our rich and diverse Community at every job levels.  EMBARK embraces diversity and inclusion and encourages our staff members to bring their whole self to work every day.  EMBARK is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All employment decisions at EMBARK are based on business needs, job requirements, individual qualifications and availability, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by federal, State or City laws.  

VETERANS PREFERENCE

A five-point preference will be awarded on the initial scored selection process for honorably discharged veterans of the United States Armed Forces not currently employed full time by EMBARK. Qualified applicants must submit a copy of their DD Form 214 indicating discharge type/character of service in person, mail, or fax at 405-316-1641.

NOTE: Successful applicant will be required to pass a Department of Transportation physical examination that will include a drug screen. Employee will be subject to mandatory drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Transit Administration Regulations and COTPA's Substance Abuse Policy.

Drug-Free Workplace: As a Drug-Free Workplace, EMBARK seeks to create a work environment free from the adverse effects of drug abuse and alcohol misuse for the protection of workforce, community, and customers.

Drug Screen and Pre-Employment Physical: If you are hired for a position at EMBARK, you are required to pass a drug test (in accordance with Federal Regulation) and a physical examination, with regards to the nature of the position. EMBARK has a policy that prohibits the illegal use, manufacture, distribution, sale, dispensation or possession of narcotics, drugs, or controlled substances, and will require random urine and drug and alcohol tests of its employees as an enforcement measure in providing for a drug-free workplace. You will be excluded from consideration for employment with EMBARK if the results of your urine drug test indicate evidence of marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine (PCP) and/or amphetamines.

NOTE TO FORMER EMPLOYEES: To participate in any selection process, former employees must be eligible for rehire.  If you are unsure of your rehire status, please contact the EMBARK Human Resource Department at (405) 297-1641. If your rehire status has been coded "Not Eligible," "Eligible 3," or "Conditional," you will need to request a review of your rehire status.

NOTE: EMBARK will conduct a background investigation/verification. Applicants will be provided contact information for any third-party reporting agencies used to collect background information in connection with conditional offers of employment.