Rail Track Maintainer #2005-288500-02

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• Responsible for removing obstructions such as tree limbs, shrubs, weeds, graffiti, or any other element that may affect rail operations or the appearance of the ROW;
• Operate non-revenue vehicles and high-rail maintenance vehicles and perform specific maintenance on this equipment.
• Assist the supervisor in maintaining records and reports of work production, procurement, and usage of materials. 
• Must be able perform duties as required.  
• Provide emergency response and will be called upon to provide support for other areas in regard to light rail service, special events, trolley, and public safety and service;
• Assist in an ongoing track inspection program utilizing a computer-reporting system ensuring equipment meets standards, tolerances, and typical adverse conditions that may affect the movement of track.
• Candidate will be required to work irregular hours and shifts depending upon the needs of CATS. 
• Candidates may be required to respond to emergencies on a 24 hour, 7 days a week basis.
• Must complete six (6) month probationary period.  
• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly in English both orally and in writing. 
• Must be able to document work on logs, spreadsheets, documents and forms as well as utilizing computerized maintenance terminals, personal, laptop and handheld computers. 
• Must be computer literate and have the ability to adapt to the use and understanding of existing software and future upgrades.  
• Must be able to safely couple and uncouple and operate railcars in the yard on shop.  
• Must be able to work in safety critical and high voltage environments associated with operation of a rail system.  

• Must have knowledge of FRA and APTA regulations and standards;
• Knowledge of and ability to use track maintenance tools such as rail drill, rail saw, tamping, jacks, and hand tools;
• Comply with all safety regulations set forth by CATS, OSHA, FTA, FRA, and NCDOT as they apply to CATS LRT.  
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical.
• Candidate must be able to plan and follow direction.
• Candidates must pass a written test to demonstrate knowledge in regard to areas listed under responsibilities in order to be considered for oral portion of review process.
• Candidates must pass an oral test and interview in order to be considered for the final review process.
• Candidates must successfully pass the required training as defined by the areas of responsibilities and CATS.
• Demonstrate knowledge of preventative and corrective maintenance practices.
• Perform troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of complex and components.
• Safely operate a variety of standard and specialized hand tools and shop power equipment. Read, follow and utilize electrical, electronic, and mechanical drawings.
• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly in English both orally and in writing.
• PC skills including all Microsoft Office programs.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to attain a North Carolina Commercial driver license within the timelines outlined by CATS and the City of Charlotte, NC, USA. 
• Ability to lift and carry at least 60 lbs.
• Must be able to stand and walk on uneven surfaces while working.
• Must be able to sit, bend, twist, kneel, reach, crouch, lying down prone or supine, at shoulder level or above or any combination listed while performing work.
• Ability to work at and above shoulder level.
• Must be able to work in all required Personal Protective Equipment and Safety gear.
• Must be able to work in the assigned uniform approved by CATS.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to work at heights on platforms and man lifts.
• Must  be able to work in pits and under lifted heavy equipment

• Must have knowledge of FRA and APTA regulations and standards, knowledge of and ability to us track maintenance tools such as rail drill, rail saw, tamping, jacks, and hand tools.

High school graduation with certification from an accredited technical program in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering and 4 years of experience in preventative and corrective track maintenance.

OR

Associate's Degree  from accredited college or technical school in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, plus one year relevant work experience in preventative and corrective Track maintenance on an electrified rail transit system or Class 1 Railroad.

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Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.

Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.

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