Plant Maintenance Mechanic - LME

Overview

Under minimum supervision, Plant Maintenance Mechanics perform a variety of skilled maintenance and repair work relating to Tri Met facilities and equipment. This role requires being in person five (5) days per week. Ensure a commitment to safety through consistent and professional behaviors in performance of job requirements. Safety is a fundamental value that guides all aspects of our work.

Tri Met offers recognition and opportunities as an employer and has been described in various awards and rankings mentioned in the description.

• Maintain and repair fixed and right-of-way building systems, equipment, and structures.
• Maintain and repair station platforms, transit centers, park-and-ride lots, various right-of-way items, and Tri Met system amenities and equipment.
• Coordinate work with other agencies (city, county, state, and federal) and outside contractors relating to areas of responsibility.
• Document, review, track, and update maintenance policies and procedures as they relate to areas of responsibility.
• Establish parts and equipment stock with Stores Department and various vendors.
• Assist with various emergency situations including rerailing operations.

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent is required.
• Two (2) years of experience in building and machine maintenance trades are required.
• Possession, at a minimum, of a State of Oregon Limited Maintenance Electrician's License is required.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Oregon Class "A" Commercial Driver License (CDL) or State of Washington equivalent, and a DOT medical card is required. Driving record standards may apply.
• Applicant must pass a qualifying examination related to the selection criteria.

• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to interpret plans, drawings, sketches, blueprints, and troubleshoot from technical manuals and schematic diagrams.
• Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical theory, plumbing, equipment and building related systems.
• Ability to understand and comply with the District's Safety Rules, Policies, and operating procedures, plus relevant governmental codes.
• Ability to operate the District's radio and telephone communication system, including mobile phones and computers, in compliance with regulations and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral forms.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair various shop and wayside equipment (e.g., wheel truing machines, vehicle and equipment lifts, wash racks, lathes, compressors, motors and pumps).
• Ability to operate equipment such as motor vehicles, manlifts, forklifts, and fabrication equipment.
• Ability to work graveyard, swing, or day shifts and in challenging environments (underground tunnels, high elevations, irregular surfaces).
• Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of certification and recertification training.
• Ability to work assigned consecutive 5-day shifts and report to any Tri Met Maintenance Facility in the Portland-Metro region.
• Ability to pass required physical examination with drug screen and meet physical activity requirements (standing, walking, climbing, pushing, pulling, fine motor tasks, lifting up to 65 pounds).

Union, Non-Exempt, Regular, Full-Time. Wage $43.83 hourly. Wage will be in accordance with the current Working and Wage Agreement.

• Application Review/Work Record Review
• Driving Record Review (DMV report required from states other than Oregon where you have held a driver’s license in the past ten years)
• Verification of High School diploma or GED
• Supplemental Tests
• Panel Interview
• Criminal Background Check
• Drug Screening
• Medical Examination

Describe in detail how your education, training and work experience fit this role. Attach a resume, cover letter, training certificates and/or letters of recommendation with your application. You may attach up to five files under 5MB each. Mechanics must acquire or possess the hand tools necessary to perform the duties of the position. Veterans’ preference points: reflect your status on the application and attach supporting documentation at…