Rail Car Maintenance Training Specialist #2401-204200-05

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The Rail Car Maintenance Training Specialist facilitates and coordinates training activities related to both the classroom and hands-on situations related to the theory, operation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of light rail vehicles including the repair of electrical/electronic components, truck overhaul, wheel truing, air conditioning, heating, air brake systems, and other related repairs.

• Tests, inspects, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and operates high voltage electrical systems, including, but not limited to, transformers, switching stations, underground switches and equipment, distribution lines, circuit breakers, relays, substations, control panels, and building systems.
• Analyzes and solves problems with various high-voltage electrical controls and systems, electromechanical repairs, transformers, switches, and circuit breakers.
• Interprets schematics, prints, and oral instructions for high-voltage electrical applications.
• Uses testing equipment, including but not limited to DMMs, amp meters, Megger meters, High Voltage Tester, and an array of tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Instructs and performs preventative maintenance following methods and procedures to eliminate operating problems and improve outcomes.
• Provides technical guidance and training to employees, apprentices, and interns.
• Provides technical guidance and training for other Operations crafts.
• Consult with other supervisors and departments to coordinate all light rail vehicle instructional activities.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• As a part of your responsibility to support the CATS Safety Culture, report safety concerns and issues through the various methods established by CATS as outlined in the ASP.

• Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret general technical manuals, procedures, diagrams, schedules, and governmental regulations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Must possess a class B Commercial Vehicle Driver's License (CDL)
• Inspect and report on the quality of vehicle maintenance work.
• Work independently with limited supervision.
• Work odd and unusual hours as assigned.

• OSHA 30 Certified
• High Voltage Qualified

The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.

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.

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees.

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The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.