Depot Equipment Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective, preventive and unscheduled maintenance, inspection, adjustments, testing, cleaning, lubrication and proper maintenance of electro-mechanical Maintenance Storage Facilities Equipment in accordance with wiring diagrams, schematics, operations and maintenance manuals.
• Observe electromechanical components and devices in operation to detect potential failures and locate causes of malfunction.
• Perform troubleshooting, identification and resolution of system and subsystem to support field technicians in the diagnosis and correction of faults.
• Produce accurate maintenance records of track, third rail and related infrastructure, equipment performance, work accomplished, and other information using a computerized maintenance management system.
• Analyze log files to troubleshoot complex issues and provide required corrective action and improvements.
• Drive work vehicles when responding to emergencies and when required on duty.
• Operate OTE to move trains in and out of the shop and for wheel turning activities in accordance with training and qualifications.
• Maintain electro-mechanical equipment at the Maintenance Storage Facilities including electronically driven wheel lathes, train wash, wheel press, overhead gantry cranes; train lifting equipment; forklifts; and dock levelers.
• Operate wheel turning machine, wheel press, train lifts, cranes and other depot equipment in accordance with training and qualifications.
• Support the on-site spare parts management and the repair cycle from/to the site.
• Produce work blocks and Job hazard analysis related to planned work.
• Complete operational, equipment failure, safety and other reports as required.
• Comply with Safety Rules, Operating Rule Book and first-aid procedures.
• Use electronic test equipment, power tools and other specialized hand tools as required.
• Ensure the execution and collection of all maintenance records and support the monitoring of daily maintenance performance.
• Ensure conformance to technical specifications and operational tolerances.
• Support on-site spare parts management and repair cycle activities.
• Identify failure trends that may impact fleet availability early on.
• Perform failure analysis and technical investigations.
• Ensure all maintenance tasks are executed in compliance with safety policies and local regulations.
• Follow all safety, quality, and environmental procedures and instructions.
• Perform shift rotations, including weekends and holidays, as typical of major infrastructure projects and transit operations.
• Perform additional cross-functional duties on related track and third rail systems, including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, in line with training and qualifications.

Requirements

• Experience in electronic and/or electromechanical vehicle equipment maintenance.
• Ability to use common and specialized tools and test equipment.
• Knowledge of safety rules regarding lock-out tag-out protection or ability to attain such knowledge.
• Ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, operation manuals, and maintenance instructions.
• Understanding of MSF Equipment Systems' operations and maintenance.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accident Insurance
• A Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Training
• Health and Welfare Benefits Coverage Options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
• Equal Opportunity Employer