RAIL EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTOR (COMMUNICATIONS)

Salary: $50.03 - $66.59 Hourly
Location : Los Angeles, CA
Job Type: Regular Employee
Job Number: 2400396
Cabinet: OPERATIONS
Cost Center: 3920 - RAIL MOW ADMINISTRATION
Opening Date: 02/20/2025
Closing Date: 3/6/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME

Metro's mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County.
Description

Supervises and provides training in the maintenance and repair of rail communications and other related equipment.
Examples of Duties

• Conducts classroom and individualized training on all aspects of equipment repair, testing and maintenance in the area of Rail Communications
• Prepares lesson plans, schedules, and testing performance exams
• Provides hands-on demonstration in the repair and maintenance of various components of the rail systems
• Develops detailed technical training and testing materials
• Coordinates specialized training needs with division heads
• Reports to various work locations to provide training and/or technical support to rail maintenance personnel
• Keeps abreast with current technology by attending vendor training sessions
• Establishes safety guidelines on maintenance procedures
• Interviews and tests applicants
• Operates shop and field tools and equipment for demonstration purposes related to rail systems
• Reviews, updates, and distributes new manuals and training materials
• Provides orientation to personnel on new equipment and systems
• Analyzes vendor training materials for accuracy and system compatibility
• Prepares reports and correspondence
• Investigates equipment-related accidents
• Serves as technical expert for troubleshooting maintenance problems
• Develops and assesses safety programs
• Provides technical expertise to other department personnel
• Supervises subordinate staff
• Accounts for subordinate and personal compliance with all of Metro's safety rules, polices, and procedures
• Maintains, supports, and promotes a safe work environment while complying with all of Metro's safety rules, policies, and procedures
• Conducts field Quality Assurance and Quality Control MOW fixed assets and reviews inspection documents
• Monitors and inspects quality of workmanship and accuracy of records in accordance with equipment specifications, test procedures, codes and standards, and safety
• Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out

May be required to perform other related job duties

Minimum Qualifications

A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes:

Education

• Associate's Degree in a related field or equivalent training from a recognized college or trade school

Experience

• Three years of relevant experience performing technical troubleshooting, installation, repair, maintenance, and acceptance testing of rail electronic/electrical systems and components OR Three years of relevant full-time experience providing engineering support in rail engineering maintenance OR Two years of relevant full-time experience conducting training in the repair and maintenance of rail electronic/electrical communication systems and equipment

Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements

• Valid California Class C Driver License
• Must be able to obtain a California Class A Commercial Driver License
• Must comply with all California Occupational Safety & Health Act (Cal/OSHA) regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and protective gear "including but not limited" to respirators and/or hearing protective devices (HPD), if and when required
• Positions in this job classification are considered safety sensitive and subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing, under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol regulations

Essential Knowledge

Knowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks)

• Theories, principles, and practices of repair and maintenance of communication parts, components and systems
• Safety procedures
• Safe and proper use of tools and other equipment
• Applicable safety, environmental, and vehicle laws, rules, and regulations

Skill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things)

• Investigating accidents
• Developing curricula, learning objectives, and lesson plans utilizing available hardware and software tools
• Communicating effectively orally and in writing

Ability to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result)

• Plan, organize, and monitor training of skilled personnel in maintenance and repair of equipment and related systems
• Operate computers and computer software
• Assess training needs
• Develop lesson plans
• Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence
• Analyze situations, identify problems, and recommend solutions
• Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements
• Interact professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives
• Travel to offsite locations
• Read, write, speak, and understand English

Special Conditions
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions

• Typical office situation
• Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen
• Exposure to moving machinery and/or vehicles
• Extensive safety training and/or use of protective devices and personal protective gear
• Local travel

Physical Effort Required

• Sitting at a desk or table
• Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium
• Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions
• Communicating through speech in the English language required
• Color recognition (e.g., distinguishing wires, resistors, containers, light signals, etc.)

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Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Learn more about Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with hiring practices.
Selection Procedure

Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.
Application Procedure

To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application.

Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro location:

METRO Headquarters, Employment Office
One Gateway Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro.

All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.

*Open to the public and all Metro employees

This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.
LA Metro offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and/or employment type.

For more information, please visit LA Metro's Pension & Benefits website at
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Please acknowledge that the following responses will be used to supplement and expand on the Work Experience section of your application. It is important to provide detailed answers and do not refer to or rely on a resume or other documentation as we will not review resumes to determine qualifications. The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as accurate as possible. By completing this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I agree and understand my resume will not be reviewed

02

Please select the highest level of education you have completed.

• I do not have education equivalent to grade 12
• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree from an accredited college or university
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD from an accredited college or university

03

Do you possess a valid California Class C driver's license or have the ability to obtain one before an offer of employment?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you able to obtain a California Class A commercial driver's license (CDL)?

• Yes
• No

05

Please indicate the length of relevant full-time experience you have performing technical troubleshooting, installation, repair, maintenance, and acceptance testing of rail electronic/electrical systems and components.

• 3 years or more
• Less than 3 years

06

Describe your relevant experience performing technical troubleshooting, installation, repair, maintenance, and acceptance testing of rail electronic/electrical systems and components. Include the position title(s) and dates of employment in which you gained this experience. If you do not have this experience, please enter "N/A."
07

Please indicate the length of relevant full-time experience you have providing engineering support in rail engineering maintenance.

• 3 years or more
• Less than 3 years

08

Describe your relevant experience providing engineering support in rail engineering maintenance. Include the position title(s) and dates of employment in which you gained this experience. If you do not have this experience, please enter "N/A."
09

Please indicate the length of relevant full-time experience you have conducting training in the repair and maintenance of rail electronic/electrical communication systems and equipment.

• 2 years or more
• Less than 2 years

10

Describe your relevant experience conducting training in the repair and maintenance of rail electronic/electrical communication systems and equipment. Include the position title(s) and dates of employment in which you gained this experience. If you do not have this experience, please enter "N/A."
Required Question