DEFINITIONUnder the direction of the COASTER Maintenance Manager this position performs a variety of maintenance tasks on COASTER revenue vehicles, which incorporate duties of machinist, electrician, and passenger rail inspection & repair. This position will be responsible for the overhaul of the COASTER passenger car fleet which involves the removal, teardown, repair, and installation of interior and exterior components. This position works with mechanical, electrical, electronic and HVAC systems on rolling stock equipment and components in accordance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) standards and guidelines. Additional responsibilities will include the inspection, testing and maintenance of wheels sets and brakes, repairing suspension and pneumatic systems on rolling stock equipment and components. This is a bargained position represented by the Southwest Regional Council of Carpenters Union.
 
Distinguishing Characteristics
This position is distinguished by its responsibility for a wide range of mechanical duties in support of the maintenance of COASTER locomotives and bi-level coach and cab cars. This position is designated as Safety-Sensitive in accordance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and will participate in a random testing pool under those guidelines.
 
Supervision Received and Exercised
This position reports to the COASTER Maintenance Manager. S/he has no direct supervisory responsibility. Further, this position is expected to participate in the sharing of expert knowledge and as a vital member of various project teams that may be instituted.
 
Working Conditions
Normal working conditions for this position are in an operational field setting, including the COASTER Operations & Maintenance Facility, onboard the COASTER trains, at rail stations, and anywhere along the COASTER railroad right of way. Individuals in this position must be able to work safely to prevent on-the-job accidents and injuries, wear protective equipment including hearing protection, safety-toe boots, safety glasses and other Personal Protective Equipment items as assigned by NCTD. Business travel may be required periodically between District sites, governmental agencies, consultants’ facilities, and other locations as required. Essential Functions
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Fulfills the District’s mission to provide of safe, reliable, and user-friendly public transit services for the COASTER rail mode. Emphasis is on providing high-quality, customer-friendly services, that reflect unified operations throughout the District.
• Performs repair and replacement of rail equipment components in accordance with applicable federal, state, local regulations and District requirements.
• Removes interior components, recondition and reinstall new upgraded components to provide for a superior passenger experience.
• Dismantles, assembles and replaces new or modified mechanical components or assemblies for products such as HVAC, brakes, pneumatic system, truck and car body equipment and sub-systems.
• May perform grinding, buffing, welding and burning.
• Tests finished products to ensure they operate as intended and meet FRA regulations and District requirements.
• Proposes improvement to equipment, practices and maintenance programs to support the District’s mission and vision for public transit services.
• Complete applicable reports and any other required documentation as needed based on the specific nature of any incident or issue that occurs while on duty.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or GED required. Technical school or apprenticeship program in related field is a plus.
• Minimum 2 years prior experience working with mechanical equipment required. Experience with maintenance of railroad equipment is a plus.
• Experience working with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems required. 
• Experience in rebuilding, repair, and replacement of components required. 
• Experience in both A/C and D/C electrical systems is preferred. 
• Welding, grinding and metal cutting experience is a plus.

A combination of experience/skills and education to fulfill the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this position may be considered.
 
Certificates/Licenses

• Possession of and the ability to maintain a California driver's license, Class C, with less than six (6) points in the preceding 36-month period and no DUIs in the prior seven (7) years.
• Must be able to pass and maintain DOT physical exam requirements.
• Must be able to become GCOR Qualified on NCTD owned railroad properties.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain access to Marine Corp Base Camp Pendleton.
• Must be able to become RWP Qualified on NCTD owned railroad properties.
• Maintain compliance with the District’s policy regarding Conflict of Interest and Ethics. 

 
General Requirements

• Knowledge and skills in the use of mechanical and electrical tools and equipment
• Able to create and maintain good working relationships through excellent communication including the ability to engage successfully with both internal and external contacts and the public.
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to successfully interact with individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds through excellent communication, teambuilding, and customer service skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; ability to gather, organize, and analyze facts and data.
• Demonstrated use of discretion and judgment in execution of duties.
• Must be able to manage and maintain simultaneous, transitional, and emerging priorities.

 
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
 
The employee must possess the ability to use the phone and computer, manual dexterity to complete clerical functions, and lift equipment up to 25 pounds on a daily basis and up to 50 pounds on a periodic basis. The employee must be able to hear, see, and communicate verbally to exchange information. The employee must be able to physically travel between District locations and other destinations, work in evenings when required, work in hazardous conditions, and negotiate a variety of different and irregular terrain as is typical along a railway right of way. The employee may be subject to fumes, odors, dusts, gases, chemicals. The employee must be able to walk, climb, balance, bend, carry, push, reach, sit, and stand.
 
Machines / Tools / Equipment

• Ability to operate a personal computer and Microsoft Office Suite programs.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a fax and scanner machine, copy machine, and telephone. 
• Ability to operate a 2-way radio.

Application Information: 
All applicants must complete and submit an online application at www.gonctd.com/careers. A job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check. The hourly rate of pay for this position is $35.02 per the Carpenters' Union.
NCTD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.