Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)
Mechanic D- Electrical Maint & Test Technician
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Mechanic D- Electrical Maint & Test Technician
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Job Summary The Mechanic Electrical Maintenance and Test Technician performs electrical testing and maintenance work on WMATA systems and equipment. The incumbent performs assignments through to completion. Existing rules, regulations and procedures govern the work. Supervision may be required for technical non-standard situations.
Essential Functions
Performs maintenance on the electrical distribution system through highly skilled electrical testing and calibration (such as insulation resistance, high potential, power factor, transformer turns ratio, winding resistance insulating liquid, gas analysis, contact resistance, travel analysis, protective relays, infrared inspection, circuit breaker inspection and related electrical tests). The scope requires switching of traction power and passenger station high voltage breakers, DC track feeder breakers and AC drawout breakers, and removal, replacement or repair of defective components to ensure the rail traction power system is in a state of good repair and in accordance with Authority standards, safety regulations, basic lighting standards, electrical testing standards and high voltage safety standards and practices.
Performs specialized equipment installations and modifications, including start‑up and acceptance testing of power equipment such as UPS systems, remote transmission units, emergency batteries and substation electrical switchgear by implementing Engineering Modification Instructions (EMIs) and Maintenance Service and Testing Instructions, to ensure the rail traction power system is in a state of good repair and all installations or modifications are conducted to Authority and manufacturer’s standards.
Responds to electrical trouble reports, determines problems and repairs/restores equipment to service. Responds immediately to emergency problems and performs the switching of electrical breakers when necessary to ensure revenue service is restored safely and efficiently.
Completes required documentation and reports for the repair and maintenance of electrical equipment and systems using proper forms, tags or inputting data into the Maintenance Management Information System. Requisitions parts from the supply room to ensure accurate and timely documentation of maintenance work and necessary parts are ordered to complete assigned duties.
Attends on‑job and formal training classes. Assists higher classified Electrical Maintenance Test Technicians in their assignments, and lends technical assistance to lower classified Technicals, to prepare the incumbent to perform necessary maintenance activities safely and efficiently and provide support to higher job levels, gain field knowledge of various maintenance activities, and provide opportunities for lower level jobs to gain field knowledge.
Minimum Qualifications
Education :
High school diploma or possession of a high school equivalency certificate (GED)
Accredited vocational school and/or training program in electrical/electro‑mechanical work or electrical apprenticeship training from an established trade union or power utility company
Completion of an electrical apprenticeship experience
Experience :
Level D (Helper): A minimum of two (2) years as a mechanical electrical maintenance and test technician, or related experience
Level C: A minimum of three (3) years as a mechanical electrical maintenance and test technician, or related experience
Level B: A minimum of four (4) years as a mechanical electrical maintenance and test technician, or related experience
Level A: A minimum of five (5) years as a mechanical electrical maintenance and test technician, or related experience
Level AA: A minimum of six (6) years as a mechanical electrical maintenance and test technician, or related experience
Certification/Licensure :
Valid District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia Motor Vehicle Operator’s permit
Medical Group : Ability to satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this class. Ability to distinguish basic colors for component, wiring and safety identification. Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks including frequent lifting of objects up to 50 pounds and occasionally to 75 pounds.
Mission Essential Designation :
In accordance with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) this job has been identified as critical to mission essential functions. Incumbents may be required to report to or continue to work in the event of authorized office closings or service suspensions due to severe weather, natural disaster, fire, operational emergencies or related events.
Evaluation Criteria
Skills and/or behavioral assessment
Personal interview
Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
Criminal background check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
Review of a current motor vehicle report
Closing WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law. This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.
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Job Summary The Mechanic Electrical Maintenance and Test Technician performs electrical testing and maintenance work on WMATA systems and equipment. The incumbent performs assignments through to completion. Existing rules, regulations and procedures govern the work. Supervision may be required for technical non-standard situations.
Essential Functions
Performs maintenance on the electrical distribution system through highly skilled electrical testing and calibration (such as insulation resistance, high potential, power factor, transformer turns ratio, winding resistance insulating liquid, gas analysis, contact resistance, travel analysis, protective relays, infrared inspection, circuit breaker inspection and related electrical tests). The scope requires switching of traction power and passenger station high voltage breakers, DC track feeder breakers and AC drawout breakers, and removal, replacement or repair of defective components to ensure the rail traction power system is in a state of good repair and in accordance with Authority standards, safety regulations, basic lighting standards, electrical testing standards and high voltage safety standards and practices.
Performs specialized equipment installations and modifications, including start‑up and acceptance testing of power equipment such as UPS systems, remote transmission units, emergency batteries and substation electrical switchgear by implementing Engineering Modification Instructions (EMIs) and Maintenance Service and Testing Instructions, to ensure the rail traction power system is in a state of good repair and all installations or modifications are conducted to Authority and manufacturer’s standards.
Responds to electrical trouble reports, determines problems and repairs/restores equipment to service. Responds immediately to emergency problems and performs the switching of electrical breakers when necessary to ensure revenue service is restored safely and efficiently.
Completes required documentation and reports for the repair and maintenance of electrical equipment and systems using proper forms, tags or inputting data into the Maintenance Management Information System. Requisitions parts from the supply room to ensure accurate and timely documentation of maintenance work and necessary parts are ordered to complete assigned duties.
Attends on‑job and formal training classes. Assists higher classified Electrical Maintenance Test Technicians in their assignments, and lends technical assistance to lower classified Technicals, to prepare the incumbent to perform necessary maintenance activities safely and efficiently and provide support to higher job levels, gain field knowledge of various maintenance activities, and provide opportunities for lower level jobs to gain field knowledge.
Minimum Qualifications
Education :
High school diploma or possession of a high school equivalency certificate (GED)
Accredited vocational school and/or training program in electrical/electro‑mechanical work or electrical apprenticeship training from an established trade union or power utility company
Completion of an electrical apprenticeship experience
Experience :
Level D (Helper): A minimum of two (2) years as a mechanical electrical maintenance and test technician, or related experience
Level C: A minimum of three (3) years as a mechanical electrical maintenance and test technician, or related experience
Level B: A minimum of four (4) years as a mechanical electrical maintenance and test technician, or related experience
Level A: A minimum of five (5) years as a mechanical electrical maintenance and test technician, or related experience
Level AA: A minimum of six (6) years as a mechanical electrical maintenance and test technician, or related experience
Certification/Licensure :
Valid District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia Motor Vehicle Operator’s permit
Medical Group : Ability to satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this class. Ability to distinguish basic colors for component, wiring and safety identification. Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks including frequent lifting of objects up to 50 pounds and occasionally to 75 pounds.
Mission Essential Designation :
In accordance with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) this job has been identified as critical to mission essential functions. Incumbents may be required to report to or continue to work in the event of authorized office closings or service suspensions due to severe weather, natural disaster, fire, operational emergencies or related events.
Evaluation Criteria
Skills and/or behavioral assessment
Personal interview
Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
Criminal background check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
Review of a current motor vehicle report
Closing WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law. This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.
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