RAIL EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTOR (TRACK)

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 track work and other related equipment.

Recruitment Timelines
Exams are projected to be scheduled for the week of June 16, 2025 , interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of June 23 , 2025 , and performance testing is projected to be scheduled for the week of June 30, 2025 . These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.

Examples of Duties

• Conducts classroom and individualized training on all aspects of equipment repair, testing, and maintenance in the area of trackwork

• 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 and/or revises detailed technical training and testing materials

• Coordinates specialized and developmental training needs with division heads and other management

• Reports to various work locations to provide training and/or technical support to rail maintenance personnel

• 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

• Provides technical expertise to other department personnel

• Keeps up to date with current technology by attending vendor training sessions

• Develops and assesses safety programs

• Establishes safety guidelines on maintenance procedures

• Accounts for subordinates 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

• 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 installation, repair, and maintenance of rail track facilities and equipment 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 track facilities and equipment

Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements

• Valid California Class C Driver License

• Exposure to electrical, mechanical, chemical, and physical hazards

• Must be able to obtain a valid California Class A Commercial Driver License in order to operate an emergency response (Hi-Rail) equipment

• 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

• Must have normal color vision

• Positions in this job classification are considered safety-sensitive and subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing, under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) 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, practices, and procedures of repair and maintenance of track parts, components, and systems
• Safe and proper use of tools and other equipment
• Applicable safety, environmental, and vehicle laws, rules, regulations, and procedures
• Accident investigation
• Development of curricula, learning objectives, and lesson plans
• Applicable business software applications

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

• Planning, organizing, conducting, and monitoring training of skilled personnel in maintenance and repair of equipment and related systems
• Developing curricula and lesson plans
• Assessing training needs
• Instructing employees
• Analyzing track structures
• Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives
• Communicating effectively orally and in writing

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

• Work independently in a highly structured environment
• Operate computers and computer software
• Provide hands-on demonstration in the repair and maintenance of facilities and equipment
• Control risks to self, staff, and the public
• Deal tactfully with staff and management as required
• 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
• 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
• High dust, dirt, and/or grease environment
• High noise environment
• Work on elevated surfaces or below ground level
• Work on slippery or uneven surfaces
• Work in darkness or with poor lighting
• Exposure to moving machinery and/or vehicles
• Exposure to radiant or electrical energy (e.g., ionizing radiation, overhead catenary or contact rail power distribution, etc.)
• Exposure to outdoor weather including extreme heat, cold, dampness and/or humidity
• Extensive safety training and/or use of protective devices and personal protective gear

Physical Effort Required

• Standing
• Walking (distance 5' to 100')
• Crawling, crouching, squatting, stooping and/or kneeling
• Bending or twisting at the neck, waist and/or knees
• Pushing and/or pulling
• Light lifting or carrying 25 lbs. or less
• Moderate lifting or carrying 26-50 lbs.
• Heavy lifting or carrying 51 lbs. or more with assistance
• Communicating through speech in the English language required
• Communicating through speech in a non-English language required
• Good distance vision and/or depth perception to judge distances
• 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’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program . Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance 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.

PTSC BENEFITS

We offer a range of high-quality medical, dental and vision plan options as well as health care spending accounts for you and your family. Metro will cover a significant portion of your health care premiums.

Medical/Dental/Vision Plan- Employee has the choice of 3 separate medical plans and 3 dental plans. A separate vision plan is included in each medical plan.

Group Life Insurance- PTSC pays for an amount equal to your annual salary, rounded up to the nearest $1,000. Minimum amount of life insurance is $30,000.

Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance- PTSC provides $50,000 coverage for each employee. Additional voluntary coverage in amounts up to $500,000 is available at favorable premium rates.

Long-Term Disability Insurance- 100% employer paid. Provides employees with a minimum income of 60% of earnings after six months of disability. Buy up or buy down options available.

Holidays- 12 days a year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Cesar E Chavez, Juneteenth,Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.

Time off with Pay (TOWP)- Compensates employees who are on approved absence from work for reasons such as illness, injury, medical and dental appointments, personal business, vacation, or observance of (a) religious holiday.
Years of Service Annual Accrual
Hire date - 5 years20 days
Beginning of 6th - 10th year25 days
Beginning of 11th - 15th year30 days
Beginning of 16th + years35 days

Pension Plan- PTSC retirement plan is the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Vesting is five (5) years. Minimum retirement age is 52, based on the 2% at 62 formula.

Other Benefits: Transportation passes for employees and/or eligible dependents; Medicare; Tuition reimbursement; credit union membership; SDI; Deferred Compensation Plan; 401(K) Thrift plan; EAP; Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Flexible work schedules; and Jury Duty Pay.

Closing Date/Time: 6/4/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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• Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority - LA Metro

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