Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County · 2 months ago
Track Maintainer
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$54K/yr - $71K/yr
4+ years expThe Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County is responsible for providing public transportation services. They are seeking a Track Maintainer who will perform fault diagnosis, inspections, tests, and maintenance on track equipment and systems, ensuring compliance with safety procedures.
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Responsibilities
Performs track fault diagnosis, inspection, testing, modification, maintenance and repairs
Performs shop and field repairs and metal working (welding) tasks on track infrastructure in accordance with discipline specific standards and specifications
Prioritizes emergency maintenance tasks in the absence of on-site supervision
Records and documents maintenance and diagnostic data
Works with track and equipment that is both signaled and carrying traction currents
Provides variable shift coverage to accommodate maintenance assignments during peak, off-peak and non-revenue hours. Will provide on call availability for emergency and planned repairs and unscheduled incidents
Assists in the refinement of inspection and preventive maintenance programs for track section
Assists in the review and revision of Standard Operating Procedures, safety procedures and work rules for both startup and revenue operations
Works with staff and vendors as required ensuring adequate spare parts, tools and other necessary equipment is on hand to support revenue operations
Assists other Rail Operations departments as necessary to ensure safe and reliable service
May act as Track Supervisor during his absence
Complies with all safety, operating and maintenance procedures. Works closely with peers, management and contractors to ensure a safe, reliable and efficient Light Rail Operation
Provides excellent customer service to METRO internal and external customers
Applies SMS (Safety Management System) methods and principles in daily routine and supports all aspects of the agency’s Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP)
Promotes safety awareness and follows safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent is required
Minimum of four (4) years of track maintenance experience with a combination of technical, rail and/or electronics preferred
Experience with transit system equipment (Track) and Track Tools is mandatory
Minimum two (2) years of Track Maintenance discipline specific experience in the areas of tamping, regulating, and welding is preferred
Required to complete METRO's Rail Track Provisional Qualification Sheet Basic Principals of Track Maintenance within one (1) year
Complete METRO Rail Track Provisional Qualification Sheet Advanced Principals of Track Maintenance within two (2) years
Possession or ability to obtain within 6 months a Texas Class B Commercial Driver's License with air brake endorsement
Must meet METRO's requirements regarding motor vehicle records
Good (verbal and written) communications and interpersonal skills are essential
Preferred
Experience with transit system equipment (Track) and Track Tools is mandatory
Minimum two (2) years of Track Maintenance discipline specific experience in the areas of tamping, regulating, and welding is preferred
Company
Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County
The Authority has transformed a broken bus fleet into a regional multimodal transportation system.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$40.4MKey Investors
Federal Transit Administration
2023-06-26Grant· $40.4M
Leadership Team
Randy Frazier
Chief Technology Officer
Chuck Berkshire
Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
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