Vehicle Maintenance Technician
Company: Denver Transit Operators
Location: Denver
Posted on: September 17, 2023
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Job Description:
Vehicle Maintenance TechnicianThis is NOT your "Father's"
Railway Company! Come join an industry leader using new technology
for commuter rail services.Denver Transit Operators, (DTO) is a
privately held company that has a 29-year contract with RTD to
operate and maintain the new commuter rail system within the
Greater Denver Metro area. What Will You Do?The Vehicle Maintenance
Technician is a multidisciplinary technician that performs
mechanical, electro-mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and HVAC
inspections and repairs on Denver Transit Operators fleet of 66
Commuter Railcars. Technicians are primarily responsible for the
daily inspections, preventative maintenance, repairs,
modifications, and overhauls of the Electrical Multiple Unit (EMU)
commuter railcars. This includes conducting detailed Federal
Railroad Administration (FRA) inspections, diagnosing failed
components as well as removing, repairing, and replacing parts and
components as necessary, while using tools and equipment in a safe
and professional manner. This is a safety sensitive position
subject to the rules & regulations of the Federal Railroad
Administration and their Drug & Alcohol policy.Pay:Our Repair
Technicians can expect to earn an hourly wage between $31.34 to
$36.75 depending on experience, education & training. Your
performance & pay are reviewed and increases possible after
successful completion of 6-months & 1-year of service and there
after annually on your date of hire.Training You Can Expect:Our
Repair Technicians play an important part in keeping our
locomotives on the move. Almost every system on the locomotive is a
complex electrical system. We will teach you the dynamic workings
of our locomotives, and how to ensure they are running in peak
condition. We will also teach you how to use tools and equipment
you will not find in any other shop or on any construction site.
Our locomotives are built using new technology and are
state-of-the-art railcars.As a Repair Technician, you will receive
formal classroom and hands-on training as part of a 8-12-week
formal training program. You will learn primarily by performing
specific tasks under the guidance and supervision of a Senior
Technician and/or Maintenance Supervisor. After this period, you
will have the knowledge to be able to pass the Qualified
Maintenance Person, (QMP) evaluation.Within your first few months
as a Repair Technician, you will receive safety training, and begin
to expand your knowledge of locomotive electrical systems and other
general railcar maintenance. Over the course of your first year,
you will be provided withtraining materials and manuals that allow
you to learn at your own pace on specific electrical systems and
other unique aspects of our state-of-the-art railcars. Those that
demonstrate the initiative to read about and learn the advanced
electrical and mechanical systems on the own, will be given
opportunities to engage in paid hands on and classroom advanced
training sessions. Your training will continue throughout your
career with us, and as new railway technologies emerge.What You
Need to Bring: (Position Requirements)Must be at least 18 years
old.Ability to work in the US for any employer without sponsorship
& provide appropriate documentation.Must be able to pass a
background and drug & alcohol test which includes Marijuana
use.Must be able to pass a DOT physical & Physical Abilities
evaluation.Must have a valid US driver license & clean driving
record. (You will be driving company vehicles.)Have work and/or
education experience in electronics, control systems, AC/DC motors
or a current journeyman's electrical card.Be able to read
electrical schematics and prints.Experience troubleshooting
electronic control systems is required, and experience working with
large motor generators and high-voltage circuitry is preferred.Be
comfortable using computers/tablets to complete job orders.Within
90 days of being hired, all technicians must be able to
successfully pass the Federal Railroad Administration required
Qualified Maintenance Person training program.Technicians must
advance their knowledge and competency in vehicle maintenance
through successfully completing training requirements to move up
technician levels.Technicians will be expected to move up levels
based on the following:All Technicians must successfully pass all
requirements to reach tech level2 by 6 months of being hired.At 1
year of employment Technicians should be at tech level 3.For all
employees hired above tech level 1, or those already at level 3 or
above, all technicians must increase at least 1 tech level per
year.All technicians must reach level 6 by the end of their 4th
year of employment. Failure to reach level 6 may result in
discipline up to termination.Ability to take direction and have
your work pass inspection per railroad guidelines.Ability to adhere
to strict safety protocols & guidelines at all times.Overtime may
be mandated based on the needs of the serviceOther duties may be
required as assignedPhysical Requirements:This is a VERY physical
position. Candidates can expect to be on the move for much of their
shift performing the following physical activities...Climb ladders,
Balance, Squat, Kneel and Crouch.Walking outside and inside shop
work areas (up to 4-miles/shift).Standing outside and inside shop
work areas.Lift and Carry heavy objectsAble to push and pull
objects and in the use of tools & equipmentMust pass a
pre-employment drug and alcohol screen and be willing to comply
with the DTO Drug and Alcohol Policy.Benefits:We provide uniforms,
(11-sets of shirts & pants) & launder them for you!You will receive
2-pairs of Redwing work boots, 1 for summer,1 for winter (or as
needed)All the tools you will ever need!Schedule Flexibility, (we
offer 3-shifts to meet your work-life balance.)4-day workweek
(depending on shift)Paid holidaysPTO & Sick Leave PayMedical,
Dental, Vision & 401(k)Ability to work in a CLEAN state-of-the-art
repair facilityA breakroom to rest & relax, equipped with leather
recliners!Free RTD Light Rail & Commuter Train passCareer
advancement opportunities, (we promote from within!)Training You
Can Expect:As a Repair Technician, you will receive formal
classroom and hands-on training as part of a 8-12-week formal
training program. You will learn primarily by performing specific
tasks under the guidance and supervision of a Senior Technician
and/or Maintenance Supervisor. After this period, you will have the
knowledge to be able to pass the Qualified Maintenance Person,
(QMP) evaluation.Within your first few months as a Repair
Technician, you will receive safety training, and begin to expand
your knowledge of locomotive electrical systems and other general
railcar maintenance. Over the course of your first year, you will
be provided with training materials and manuals that allow the
employee to learn at their own pace on specific electrical systems
and other unique aspects of our state-of-the-art railcars. Those
employees that demonstrate the initiative to read about and learn
the advanced electrical and mechanical systems on the own, will be
given opportunities to engage in paid hands on and classroom
advanced training sessions. Your training will continue throughout
your career with us, and as new railway technologies emerge.Why
Should You Apply?If you're looking to join a railway family that
truly cares about you and your success; want work with new
technology, hone your maintenance skills and do cool things, this
is the place for you! Please apply by submitting your resume to us
at www.denvertransitoperators.com. We look forward to hearing from
you!Applicants who are authorized to work in the US will only be
considered for this position. Denver Transit Operators is an Equal
Opportunity Employer.
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