Overview
The City of Charlotte is the largest municipality in North Carolina and the 17th largest city in the United States, with a total population of more than 872,498 citizens. A major commerce center, Charlotte hosts several of the nation’s largest banks and technology companies.
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Summary
Rail
Car Technicians perform preventive and corrective maintenance on Siemens Light
Rail Vehicles. Maintenance services are provided seven days a week, during the
daytime, evening, and night shifts. Rail Car Maintenance operates two
shops. It is necessary to complete the RCM Technician training
successfully. After training, personnel will perform recommended
preventative and corrective maintenance on rail transit vehicles. Besides
assisting light rail operations, streetcar operations, wayside operations, and
public safety, the incumbent may also act in a support capacity for other
departments.
Must be available to work various shifts; holidays; nights and weekends.
Special Pay
- This position is
eligible for participation in CATS RCM Mandatory OT Inspection Program,
requiring mandatory overtime (max of 60 hours per week) and inclusive of:
- Overtime pay at time
and a half for any work performed exceeding 40hours in the pay period.
- $1,500 monthly retention
bonus, and annual lump sum incentive*
- Position offers Shift
Differential Premium (2.5%) increase to base compensation with placement
on any 2nd or 3rd shift placement.
- Position is also
eligible to receive CDL Premium (2.5%) increase to base compensation for
active CDL holders.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs maintenance as
outlined by the Rail Operations Maintenance.
- Must maintain the
standard tools of the trade, and the department will provide all specialty
tools.
- Technicians follow and
adhere to all Rail Car Maintenance standards, policies, and procedures applicable
to the day-to-day operations of the rail cars and revenue service.
- Work with all Rail Car
Maintenance workforce members and related vocations and departments to provide
safe, reliable, and clean rail vehicles ready for daily revenue service.
- Maintains,
troubleshoots, and repairs all systems related to rail vehicle systems such as
propulsion, braking, HVAC, automatic train protection, doors, auxiliary power,
power collection, pneumatics and hydraulics, trucks, car body, and all
maintenance and emergency support equipment using all the necessary tools and
equipment to accomplish tasks.
- Responds to rail system
emergencies that involve significant service delays and serious vehicle
accidents. Renders whatever remedial action is needed to retrieve rail vehicles
back to the yard and restore service.
- Performs acceptance
testing and pre-service testing of newly acquired rail vehicles as well as
needed multi-system tests as required.
- Complies with all
safety regulations by CATS, OSHA, FTA, FRA, and NCDOT.
- All other job-related
duties as assigned.
- As part of your
responsibility to support the CATS Safety Culture, report safety concerns
and issues through the various methods established by CATS as outlined in
the ASP.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
Duties:
- Candidates must
pass a written exam to demonstrate knowledge.
- Candidates must
pass an oral test and interview to be considered for employment.
- Demonstrate
knowledge of preventative and corrective maintenance practices.
- Ability to perform
testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of electronic, electrical,
electro-mechanical, and mechanical systems.
- Must be able to
read, follow, and utilize electrical, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic
schematics and drawings.
- Follow oral and
written instructions with minimal supervision.
- Safely operate a
variety of standard and specialized hand tools and shop power equipment.
- PC skills,
including all Microsoft Office programs.
- Must have a valid
driver's license and the ability to attain a North Carolina driver's license
within the timelines outlined by CATS and the City of Charlotte, NC, the USA,
at the start of employment. NOTE: See Special Provisions.
Physical
Requirements:
- Ability
to lift and carry at least 60 lbs.
- Must
be able to manipulate 100 lbs.
- Must
be able to stand and walk on uneven surfaces while working.
- Must
be able to work while in the following positions or conditions: sitting,
bending, twisting, kneeling, reaching, crouching, lying down prone or supine,
at shoulder level or above, or any combination listed above.
- Must
be able to work at heights on platforms and man lifts.
- Must
be able to work in pits and under lifted heavy equipment.
- Must
be able to work in all required Personal Protective Equipment and Safety gear.
- Must
be able to work in the assigned uniform approved by CATS.
Sensory
Requirements:
NOTE: Employees must
have the following sensory requirements:
- Speech
- Touch
- Hearing
- Vision-20/20 or correctable to 20/20 (near, distance
and peripheral)
Special
Provisions:
- This
position is considered “Safety Sensitive” under FTA guidelines. Candidates/ Employees must pass pre-employment
drug test and will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing under FTA
guidelines.
- Candidates
must pass a 9-month probationary period.
- Candidates
may be required to acquire and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License depending
upon the needs of CATS.
- Disclaimer:
This position description is not to be construed as an
exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
The applicant must
minimally have a high school diploma or GED: supplemented by a degree or
certificate in the following fields:
- Mechanical
engineering
- Electrical
engineering
- Electrical
technology
- Industrial technology
- Machinist certificate
- Military Training
(mechanical or electrical)
- Proof of completion of
electrical or electronics from the Armed Forces
Candidate
must have two years of experience repairing any of the following systems
electrical, electronic, and electro-mechanical systems.
Conditions of Employment
The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.
Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.
Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.
This position is considered a security and Safety Sensitive position and will be subject to random drug testing and alcohol testing under FTA guidelines as well as all procedures and guidelines in alignment with the City of Charlotte and CATS Drug and Alcohol Policies.
The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
How To Apply
Apply online.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job.
You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby where we have workstations available. Our office is located at 700 East 4th Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202. Our hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (EST), excluding official City holidays.
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Benefits
The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees.
Click here to learn more about the City of Charlotte’s benefits.
The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
In Conclusion
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