Temporary- Traction Power Tech. (SkillBridge Active U.S. Military Service Members only)

Responsibilities and Specific Duties

• Performs substation fault diagnosis, inspection, testing, modification, maintenance, and repair.
• Performs periodic inspection and routine and emergency maintenance of the overhead contact system.
• Inspects repairs and maintains electrical and electronic equipment including switchgear, transformers, breakers, relays and programmable logic controllers.
• Uses specialized tools and equipment to perform maintenance and inspection tasks.
• Records and documents maintenance and diagnostic data.
• Works as assigned in high places from mechanical lift devices, support structures and poles.
• Works with AC voltages up to and including 34.5kV and DC voltages up to 1,000 volts.
• Prioritizes emergency maintenance tasks in the absence of on-site supervision.
• Provides variable shift coverage to accommodate maintenance assignments during peak, off-peak and nonrevenue hours.
• Provides on call availability for emergency repairs and unscheduled incidents.
• Assists in the development and revision of inspection and preventive maintenance programs for traction power section.
• Assists in the development and refinement of Standard Operating Procedures, safety procedures and work rules.
• Works with staff and vendors to assure adequate spare parts, tools and other necessary equipment is on hand to support revenue operations.
• Successfully complete vendor training on traction power equipment and maintenance procedures as well as METRO training associated with safety and technical subjects.
• Assists other Rail Operations departments as necessary to insure safe and reliable service.
• Works closely with peers, management and contractors to assure a safe, reliable and efficient Light Rail Operation.
• Provides excellent customer service to METRO internal and external customers.
• Promotes safety awareness and follows safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents
• Applies SMS methods and principles in their daily routine and supports all aspects of the agency’s Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP).
• Promotes safety awareness and follows safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.