Senior Vehicle Technician - Rail Car

Overview We are looking for an experienced Senior Technician at a vehicle maintenance facility located in Camden, NJ. As an excellent troubleshooter, you will troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems on the Light Rail Vehicle (LRV). As an experienced technician, this position will also assist with guiding and training assigned team members while performing all the duties of junior technicians. This is a unionized position governed by SMART (the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers). Responsibilities Perform all the duties of a junior technician while assisting with guiding and training assigned junior technicians. Troubleshoot, inspect, diagnose, test, and repairs light rail vehicle systems and equipment. Perform troubleshooting down to circuit board level. Assist in the investigations of accidents/incidents. Prepare and enters appropriate test and diagnostic data into maintenance management information system. May fill in to perform “Acting Supervisor” duties in the absence of a Foreman and Supervisor. May assist with training of team members. Operate job specific shop equipment. Utilize vendor’s software applications required for repairing electronic equipment. Utilize special tools and test equipment to perform electronic and electrical circuitry repairs. Utilize bench and portable test equipment for diagnosing, testing and repairing light rail vehicle equipment. Responds to rail car rescues as needed anywhere on the revenue service route. Read technical manuals and parts catalogs as required. Ensure department compliance with all current company policies and procedures. Expected to continuously review methods and costs for areas of responsibility and suggest improvements. Additional responsibilities as assigned by maintenance team leadership. Requirements HS diploma or equivalent. At least 2 years of experience in a related area required; experience working on diesel engines a plus. Strong ability to read and understand hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical schematics. Strong troubleshooting skills. Ability to diagnose problems/faults with railcar systems in a timely manner. Ability to accurately document and clearly communicate problems/faults and corrective actions. Professional demeanor and ability to work in teams. Great organization, attention to detail and time management skills. Ability to follow directions and instructions from maintenance team leadership. Ability to motivate team members to accomplish objects. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections. Must be willing and able to work various shifts, overtime, holidays and weekends as needed. Pay: $41.26 per hour Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you available to work on Weekends if Mon-Fri Shift is not available? Experience: Electrical troubleshooting: 2 years (Required) Electrical systems: 5 years (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required) Overnight Shift (Required) Ability to Commute: Camden, NJ 08105 (Required) Work Location: In person

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