MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority)

JOURNEYMAN TRACK MECHANIC

MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority)  •  Atlanta, GA (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

INTERVIEW SELECTION PROCESS: The selection process may include one or more components to demonstrate applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities in job related areas. These may include exercises such as practical demonstrations, written communications, oral interviews and/or competency assessments.

Education/ Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent. Five years experience in troubleshooting and repairing specialized maintenance-of-way track vehicles and equipment, consisting of complex, diesel-powered, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Experience in welding and fabrication preferred. Must have demonstrated skills and ability with a variety of tools required in maintenance, repair and mechanical unit replacement for track vehicles and equipment.

Must have the ability to read and comprehend electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic system schematics.

NOTE: This posting is to fill the current vacancy and to establish an eligibility list to fill any future vacancies that may occur in the next 6 months.

The Following Applies to Internal Applicants Only:

All internal applicants will have a record evaluation check to determine whether they are eligible to advance to the interview process. Candidates will be automatically disqualified for consideration if their employment record for the twelve (12) months preceding the date of the posting reflects any of the following:

·A combined total of three (3) occurrences and/or lose outs (tardies)

·Any instances of absence without leave (AWOL)

·Any disciplinary actions

·Any valid customer complaints

·Employee has not successfully completed probationary period as a new hire

Notes: Record evaluation will be conducted based on the twelve months preceding the initial date of the posting. Candidates must remain in good standing once selected through the job screening and offer process. Failure to remain in good standing based on the criteria listed above will disqualify any candidate. Additional Requirements (Internal/External Candidates)

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Must possess a valid Georgia Driver's License, and obtain a Commercial Driver's License within 90 days of hire.

Note: MARTA is a Drug Free Workplace. Participation in MARTA's Drug & Alcohol Program is a condition of employment. Failure to adhere to MARTA's Drug & Alcohol Program will result in termination. Every MARTA employee is responsible for reading and observing the requirements of the Drug & Alcohol policy. This position has been identified as SAFETY SENSITIVE.

Classification: Represented

Number of Openings: 3

Hourly Rate: $26.95

MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority)

About MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority)

MARTA was created to provide safe, convenient and reliable transit service for the Metro Atlanta region. MARTA is vital to the success of metro Atlanta's economy, the preservation of our environment and the quality of life in our region. According to a University of Georgia study, MARTA is responsible for about $2.6 billion in economic activity every year.

Our Vision

People taking people where they want to go today and tomorrow.

Our Mission

To advocate for and provide safe, multimodal transit services that advance prosperity, connectivity and equity for a more livable region.

Our Priorities

Everyday, we will do our part at MARTA to operate a transit system that:

* Consistently provides excellence in customer service

* Delivers the capital program with speed and efficiency

* Strengthens the MARTA brand

* Demonstrates fiscal responsibility

Industry
Unknown
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Atlanta, GA
Year Founded
1972
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