SALARY:
$41.19 - $51.49 Hourly
$7,139.95 - $8,924.93 Monthly
$85,679.36 - $107,099.20 Annually
LOCATION: 2700 Academy Way Sacramento, CA
JOB TYPE: Full Time
JOB NUMBER: 2024-00302
DEPARTMENT: Light Rail Wayside
OPENING DATE: 09/03/2024
CLOSING DATE: 9/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
RECRUITMENT TYPE: Internal/External
https://www.sacrt.com/careers/
Description
Inspects, tests, conducts diagnostic analyses, maintains and repairs the District's Light Rail traction power substations, electrical distribution and signal systems, including protective relay testing (PRT), train-to-wayside communication (TWC), program logic controller (PLC) systems, and related alarm systems; troubleshoots emergencies and/or operational problems, diagnoses problems and performs emergency repairs; practices safe work processes and contributes to the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment for self and others; and performs related duties as assigned.
Examples of Duties
Utilizes PC's, network I/O devices and multiple PLC control systems for purposes of programming vital circuits and PRT; inspects, tests, conducts diagnostic analyses, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs the District's light rail traction power signaling, Overhead Catenary System (OCS), electrical distribution and substation systems including related alarm systems; inspects, tests, conducts diagnostic analyses, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs the operations signal systems, TWC system, traffic warning devices and crossing gates, power switch and electric lock mechanisms; updates signal prints with new circuits and relay wiring; troubleshoots and repairs designated electronic equipment; designs and fabricates system improvements as necessary; may design complex schematics and mapping documents utilizing computerized drafting software; may direct the work of lower level personnel, as assigned; performs duties such as a switch or flagperson for the protection of the public, other employees, and trains during emergencies and rerouting of trains; operates a variety of non-revenue District vehicles including construction and heavy equipment vehicles; and performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalent and completion of an approved apprenticeship program similar to the District-sponsored Journey Lineworker training and certification program. Coursework or completion of an apprenticeship program in electrical circuitry/electronics or related skill area is required.
Experience: Two (2) years of journey level work experience performing inspection, testing, diagnostic analyses, maintenance and repair of high voltage electrical distribution lines and/or railroad traction power substations and electrical distribution systems similar to the duties performed by the District's Journey Lineworker.
Special Requirements, Licenses and/or Certificates:
Possession of a valid Class C Driver's License; ability to obtain a Class A Instructional Permit with air brake endorsement prior to the start of employment; a satisfactory driving record; the ability to pass Ishihara Eye Test; possession of a QEW Certification as High Voltage Qualified; possession of Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Certification as a qualified Railroad Inspector; required to obtain the tools for the Lineworker Technician by the end of the probationary period.
Filing Instructions/Supplemental Information
The minimum qualifications as stated on this job announcement represent only the basic requirements of the position. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee that a candidate will be invited to participate in other examination segments of the selection process. An employment application is required for this position. Applications, job announcements, and copies of the complete job description are available at our website at www.sacrt.com.
A completed employment application must be submitted online no later than Monday, September 30, 2024, at ll:59 p.m. SacRT will not process incomplete applications. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of application, but may be included with the application. For more information on benefits, a summary sheet is available from the Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment process to accommodate candidates with disabilities. For more information, contact the Human Resources Department at 916-556-0298.
Note: Although the use of certain controlled substances is now legal in California for both recreational and/or medicinal purposes, if you are not able to pass a pre-employment drug screening, you will not be considered for this position.
SacRT has a stand alone pension plan which is not part of, nor does it have reciprocity with CalPERS.
SacRT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans.
This position falls under the IBEW, Local 1245 Collective Bargaining Unit.