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MOW Overhead Power Maintainer- $2,500 Hiring Bonus!

Salary

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Location

Gresham, OR

Job Type

Union Full-Time

Job Number

22-00094

Department

Maintenance (Union)

Division

Rail MOW Administration

Opening Date

06/28/2022

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description

• Benefits

Description

The Overhead Power Maintainer performs skilled work in connection with the inspection, testing, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, operation, alteration and repair of the TriMet Electrification Overhead Wire System. Effectively uses and operates the tools, computerized diagnostic test equipment and field equipment required for the repair and maintenance of Overhead Wire System Equipment.

All work performed will be reported electronically by the technician including all aspects of work performed, travel time and any special conditions encountered and repaired.

Ensure a commitment to safety through consistent and professional behaviors in performance of job requirements that demonstrate safety is a fundamental value that guides all aspects of our work. Perform related duties as required.

Serve as a good steward of TriMet by regularly utilizing our transit system to maintain a strong and current understanding of customers’ experiences and of TriMet’s product and service offerings.

Essential Functions

• Inspect, troubleshoot, adjust, repair, maintain, and replace electrification overhead wire system.

• Maintain maintenance logs and record work performed as required by TriMet rules and procedures.

• Conduct or assist in traction electrification system tests and repairs as necessary.

• Operate various maintenance vehicle, equipment and tools as necessary, including hi-rail vehicles.

• Follow written Standard Operating Procedures and maintenance instructions, including blueprints, schematics, drawings and written specifications.

• Support rail system, track, signals, and substation maintenance in accordance with established procedures and/or as directed by qualified personnel.

• Assist in re-railing operations and other emergency situations.

• Assist in spare parts and special tools and maintenance equipment inventory, set up and control for the traction electrification system.

• Perform on-the-job training for Overhead Power Trainee.

Position Requirements

A minimum of a High School Diploma/GED or equivalent is required.

Two (2) of years experience in traction electrification construction or maintenance are required.

Or

Two (2) of years experience in electrical line construction/maintenance are required.

Or

Successful completion of the Power Maintainer Trainee program is required.

Or

Any equivalent combination of experience and education.

Applicant must pass a qualifying examination related to selection criteria.

Possession of, or the ability to acquire, a valid Oregon Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement or Washington State equivalent is required.

Selection Criteria

Type of Position/Grade/FLSA

Union, Non-Exempt, Regular full-time. Starting wage: $44.17 per hour. Wage will be in accordance with the current Working and Wage Agreement.

Selection Process

Candidates will be selected based at a minimum on the result of:

1. Application Review/Work Record Review

2. Driving Record Review - Upon submitting your application, you are required to submit a DMV report from every state (except Oregon) where you have held a driver's license in the past ten (10) years. Refer to online instructions to download and attach documents to your application or fax documents to (503) 962- 3477 or (503) 503-962-7440.

3. Verification of High School diploma or GED

4. Supplemental Tests

5. Panel Interview

6. Criminal Background Check / Reference Check

7. Drug Screening

8. Medical Examination

Supplemental Information

Make sure you describe in detail how your education, training and work experience fit with this role. You are encouraged to attach a resume, cover letter, training certificates and/or letters of recommendation with your application. You are permitted five attachments of less than 5MB each.

Internal applicants: Information in your personnel file will not be used in lieu of information requested on your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

If you are a qualified veteran and would like to apply for veterans' preference points, you will need to reflect your status on the application and attach supporting documentation at the time of application submission.

If you need accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process, contact our Human Resources staff at 503-962-7505, or the TTY line at 7-1-1. Note that we require a minimum of two workdays' notice prior to the need for accommodation.

TriMet is an equal opportunity employer, committed to developing an organization that is reflective of and sensitive to the needs of the diverse community we serve, including veterans, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement

As applied to the workplace, applicants and employees must be qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Essential functions may include required job functions performed infrequently as well as production standards related to the quality and quantity of work.

If a person with a disability could meet job qualifications with a reasonable accommodation, TriMet will work with the employee to accommodate the need. If TriMet's accommodation is effective in allowing the employee to perform the essential functions of the job, it need not be the employee's preferred accommodation.

Hiring Bonus

a. For eligible employees hired into eligible non-trainee positions after the date that this MOA is fully executed:

i. $500.00 to be paid with the first paycheck after hire in an eligible position.

ii. $1,000.00 to be paid with the eligible employee’s first paycheck following the 6 month anniversary of hire in an eligible position.

iii. $1,000.00 to be paid with the eligible employee’s first paycheck following the 1 year anniversary of hire in an eligible position.

b. For eligible employees hired into eligible non-trainee positions who were employed with TriMet as of the date that this MOA is fully executed:

i. $500.00 to be paid with the first paycheck that occurs 20 or more days after this MOA is fully executed.

ii. $1,000.00 to be paid with the eligible employee’s first paycheck following the 6 month anniversary of the date that this MOA was fully executed.

iii. $1,000.00 to be paid with the eligible employee’s first paycheck following the 1 year anniversary of the date that this MOA was fully executed.