Minimum Qualifications
Employment Standards
Training and education equivalent to a high school diploma and the following experience:
Two (2) years of verifiable experience as a journey level transit electrical line worker, working with over 600 Volts D.C.
OR
Two (2) years of verifiable experience as a journey level electrical line worker working with over 750 Volts A.C. in the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground lines.
Completion of a state certified electrical line worker apprenticeship program or equivalent is preferred.
Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and the ability to qualify for and maintain a Class A license. Applicants must obtain a Class A driver's license within 6 months of appointment. Failure to obtain a Class A driver license will be cause for termination.
Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and odd and unusual hours.
Supplemental Information
Knowledge of:
• Methods and procedures used to repair and maintain high voltage electrical systems;
• Theory and principles of electrical and electronic equipment and circuits;
• Tools and equipment used in the testing and repair of electrical and electronic equipment and installations;
• Principles and practices of electrical construction and installation;
• Proper tensioning and positioning of catenary wires;
• Welding procedures used in electrical work;
• General shop safety procedures;
• Laws, ordinances, and regulations governing electrical installation, maintenance, safety, and accident prevention.
Ability to:
• Test and repair electrical and electronic equipment and installations;
• Work independently and safely with 750 volt DC power;
• Work in high places;
• Operate welding equipment used in electrical work;
• Perform work in compliance with safety rules and regulations;
• Read and interpret construction plans, specification and electronic schematics, diagrams, and maintenance manuals;
• Estimate costs for time, labor, and materials;
• Maintain records;
• Assign, review the work of, and train others;
• Prepare written reports, document defects and repairs on inspection forms, work orders, or designated computer programs;
• Perform computer-related functions that allow for data input and retrieval;
• Learn and stay current on all new technologies introduced into the transit industry as it relates to electrified rail;
• Effectively read, understand, and use technical information found in repair manuals, service change bulletins, and applicable technical documents, including parts and supply manuals;
• Establish and maintain effective relations with those encountered in day-to-day performance of tasks.
$59.58 - $67.70 Hourly
