Facilities Maintenance Technician III

Description

The Facilities Maintenance Technician 3 performs duties that include: primarily repairs, installs, and maintains electrical and mechanical equipment. At times may troubleshoot, repair, and maintain district buildings and facilities. This is a bargained position represented by Teamsters Local Union #242. Per the collective bargaining agreement, the hourly rate of pay for this position is $40.21.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The Facilities Maintenance Technician III is distinguished by advanced technical expertise in the repair and maintenance of mechanical equipment and fleet maintenance support equipment. Possesses an advanced degree of knowledge, skill, and ability of repair and maintenance.

Supervision Received and Exercised

This position works under the immediate supervision of the Facilities Managers. They have 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

Works in a variety of locations. Requires working outdoors and with a variety of machines, tools, and chemicals. 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, bus stops, rail stations, and other locations as required.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, maintenance, and installation of mechanical systems and equipment associated with train and facility maintenance support equipment.
• Metal fabrications (ladders, steel and chain railings, gratings, and frames, misc.).
• Maintain/troubleshoot/repair the following equipment and systems:
  • Waste compactors, pressure washers, fluid dispensing equipment and pumps.
  • Battery charging equipment, welding equipment, shop equipment (lathes, bead blasters, saws, grinders, drill presses, etc.).
  • Paint booth and cleaning equipment (scrubber, sweeper, pressure washer, blower, etc.), conveying systems.
  • Bridge cranes, jib cranes, train hoists, portable train lifts.
  • Piping and fittings, secondary containment piping and fittings, air compressor systems, fueling systems, motor oil systems.
  • Train washing and water reclamation systems.
  • HVAC systems, bulk storage tanks, controls, and piping.
  • Electrical switchboards, transformers, panel boards, motor control centers, power generation equipment, automatic transfer switches, life safety systems, etc.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in an industrial/facilities maintenance environment.
• Mechanical maintenance certifications, education, and training preferred.

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.
• Maintain compliance with the District’s policy regarding Conflict of Interest and Ethics.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain annual access to Marine Corp Base Camp Pendleton.
• Must be able to become RWP Qualified on NCTD owned railroad properties.

General Requirements

• Possess and maintain a forklift driving training program.
• Ability to operate the vehicles, tools and equipment required to complete repairs and maintenance.
• Ability to operate motorized equipment including forklifts, reach forklifts, scissor lifts, and articulated boom lifts.
• Ability to work effectively in dynamic environments with changing priorities and operational needs.
• Knowledge of maintenance, electrical and mechanical principles, theory, and practical application.
• Knowledge of regulations and codes applicable to work performed, such as OSHA, EPA, and state and federal building codes.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, techniques, and methods, skill in reading and interpreting sketches, diagrams, schematics, and blueprints.
• Skill in estimating time and material costs associated with assigned projects.
• Skill in written and verbal communications.
• Safe use of tools and equipment; ability to perform mathematical calculations; ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair malfunctions of facility equipment and facility support systems.
• Work under pressure to effectively devise and implement solutions in emergency situations and/or strict time schedules.

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, radio, tablet, and computer; have manual dexterity to complete clerical functions and work with office equipment. Lift equipment/objects up to 50 pounds on a frequent 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 and chemicals. The employee must be able to walk, climb, balance, bend, carry, push, reach, sit, and stand. Ability to maintain balance in and around wet floors, roof tops, and other difficult work locations.

Machines / Tools / Equipment

• Ability to safely operate a variety of motor vehicles that require a class C driver's license.
• Safely operate a forklift and other motorized equipment.
• Operate power and hand tools commonly used in maintenance and construction.
• 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 carry and operate a mobile on-call device.

Supplemental Information

Application Information: All applications 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. NCTD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Retirement: NCTD participates in the CalPERS retirement program with a benefit formula of 1.5% @ 65 for PEPRA new members. Benefits are calculated based on your age at retirement, the number of years of service credit with CalPERS and the average of your monthly compensation over the past 36 months (36 months average highest hourly pay rate).

457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan: NCTD offers a Voluntary Deferred Compensation Savings Plan through VOYA Financial Services. Employees are eligible to enroll any time after the date of hire. The plan allows you to contribute pre-tax and/or post-tax dollars into selected funds of your choice. The plan also allows you to:

• Contribute up to amount specified annually by the IRS
• Catch-up plan for those 50 of up to amount specified annually by the IRS
• Is portable, can be rolled over into another qualified retirement plan
• Employer match into a 401(a) account (50% up to 8% of employee compensation; Max NCTD contribution of 4%)

Medical Insurance: NCTD offers a rich variety of HMO and PPO plans to choose from and contributes towards your monthly medical premiums, if the coverage you select costs more than the amount NCTD contributes, then payroll deductions will be withheld on a pre-tax basis. Premium rates may vary across bargaining units in accordance with the terms of their respective collective bargaining agreement.

Dental Insurance: NCTD offers two different dental plans for employees and their eligible dependents (HMO and PPO) from a reliable dental insurance provider. Human Resources can provide information regarding annual insurance provider and available plans. Both plans are part of NCTD’s cafeteria plan (pre-tax payroll deductions for monthly premiums).

Vision Insurance: NCTD offers vision services for employees and their eligible dependents through a reliable vision insurance provider. Human Resources can provide information regarding annual insurance provider and available plan. The plan is part of NCTD’s cafeteria plan (pre-tax payroll deductions for monthly premiums).

Life Insurance: NCTD cares for its employees and thus provides at no cost to the employee group life insurance in the amount of $50,000 (coverage includes Accidental Death and Dismemberment and Accelerated Death benefits). Additional life insurance is available for you and your eligible dependents at your expense. * Tax reporting is required for any amounts over $50,000, per IRS guidelines. Supplemental life insurance coverage premiums are deducted on a post-tax basis.

Long Term Disability Insurance: NCTD offers voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance. You may elect units of $100 up to 60% of your hourly wage to a maximum of $6,000/month. Deductions are post-tax, coverage 24/7, limitations or exclusions, and benefits are payable to age 65 or for two years (whichever is longer).

Flexible Spending Account Plan: NCTD offers two core FSA plans and two Commuter plans. Health Care and Dependent Care plans are “Use It OR Lose It” calendar year plans (Jan. 1st – Dec. 31st). The Commuter Transit and Parking plans do not have a “use it or lose it” policy. Plans are as follows:

• Health Care Spending Account:
  • May contribute up to amount specified annually by the IRS
• Dependent Care Spending Account:
  • May contribute up to amount specified annually by the IRS (including limitations if married)
• Commuter Transit Accounts:
  • May contribute up to amount specified annually by the IRS

Disability Insurance: Employees contribute to California State Disability Insurance (SDI). The current contribution rate is 1.1% of earnings and is totally paid by the employee. After the 7-day waiting period, SDI pays a percentage of employee’s salary up to a maximum of $1,540.00per week, for up to 52 weeks. SDI may be coordinated with Paid Time Off (PTO).

Accident Insurance: NCTD offers voluntary accident insurance. You may elect coverage for you and your dependents for a flat monthly rate. Deductions are post-tax.

Critical Illness Insurance: NCTD offers voluntary Critical Illness insurance. You may elect coverage up to $10,000 in increments of $2,500, for you and between $2,500 - $5,000 for your dependents, not to exceed 50% of coverage amount. Deductions are post-tax.

Administrative Holidays: 6 recognized paid holidays per year: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

Vacation: Upon completion of one (1) year continuous service, all permanent full-time employees will accrue vacation hours based on the following listed below. Vacation amounts will be awarded on January 1 of each year.

1 year of service – 40 hours (3.33 hours per month)

2 – 4 years of service – 80 hours (6.66 hours per month)

5 - 9 years of service – 120 hours (10 hours per month)

10 years of service – 160 hours (13.33 hours per month)

Personal Holidays: Employees will be given personal holidays on their anniversary date, and each January 1 thereafter, based on the following schedule:

After one (1) year of service – one (1) personal holiday

After three (3) years of service – two (2) personal holidays

Sick Leave: Upon completion of one (1) year continuous service, and each year thereafter, permanent regular full-time maintenance employees shall be granted paid sick leave on their anniversary date (adjusted date of hire) each year based on the following schedule:

1 year of service: 24 hours of sick leave

2 -4 years of service: 32 hours of sick leave

5 – 9 years of service: 48 hours of sick leave

10 years of service: 72 hours of sick leave

Transportation Passes: All NCTD employees receive an identification “PRONTO Card” which can be used to ride the following NCTD/MTS transit services (BREEZE, FLEX, SPRINTER, COASTER, MTS Bus, Trolley) at no charge. Eligible family members also receive a pass for NCTD public transportation at no charge (paratransit excluded).

Bereavement Leave: NCTD offers paid bereavement leave.

Employee Assistance Plan: The EAP offers assistance in areas such as:

• Emotional Support
• Work/Life Balance
• Family Care

Family Status Change: This allows you to add/drop dependents from current benefit plan elections per IRS “Qualifying Events.” If a “Qualifying Event” occurs, you MUST contact HR within 30 days of event, (Qualifying Event must relate to the benefit change you are requesting).

Please contact Human Resources should you have any questions regarding NCTD Benefits.