Overview
Examples Of Duties
Conducts classroom and individualized training on all aspects of equipment and vehicle repair, testing and maintenance in the area of Rail Fleet
Prepares lesson plans, course outlines, 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 Rail Equipment Maintenance
Instructions Manager
Reports to various work locations to provide training and/or technical support to rail maintenance personnel
Keeps abreast with current technology by attending factory update training sessions
Establishes safety guidelines on maintenance procedures
Evaluates and tests trainees
Operates shop tools and equipment for demonstration purposes related to rail systems
Reviews, updates, and distributes new manuals and wiring schematics
Provides orientation to personnel on new equipment, systems, and vehicles
Analyzes vendor training materials for accuracy and system compatibility
Prepares reports and correspondence
Serves as technical expert for troubleshooting maintenance problems
Complies with California General Orders as required by CPUC and other applicable laws and regulations
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
Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out
Positions in this job classification are considered safety sensitive and subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing, under Federal
Transportation Administration(FTA) drug and alcohol regulations.
Requirements For Employment
Associate’s degree in Electronic or Mechanical Engineering Technology or other related field from a recognized college or trade school
3 years of full-time experience performing electro-mechanical repairs of rail vehicles OR 3 years full-time experience providing engineering support in rail engineering maintenance OR 2 years full-time experience conducting training in the repair and maintenance of rail vehicles and equipment
Valid California Class C driver’s license
Experience as outlined above may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis
Knowledge:
Theories, principles, and practices of repair and maintenance of rail vehicle systems, components and related electrical systems
Safe and proper use of tools and other equipment
Applicable safety, environmental, local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing vehicle maintenance such as CPUC general orders
Development of curricula, learning objectives, and lesson plans
Abilities:
Plan, organize, and monitor training of personnel in maintenance and repair of equipment and related systems
Obtain a California Class “A” driver license
Communicate effectively orally and in writing
Operate computers, computer software and navigate computerized maintenace management system 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 within a reasonable timeframe
Read, write, speak, and understand English