Instructor Car Maint Mech

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 
High school diploma or equivalent and four years of experience in transit car maintenance to include work in one of the following areas: mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical systems, HVAC, brakes, couplers, propulsion/motors, or door controls. Basic understanding of adult instruction and personal computers desired. An Associate's degree or completion of a Military Technical “A” School in a directly related field may be substituted for two years of the required experience. Proficiency in primary departmental/railcar software platforms is desirable. Experience using basic desktop software for presentations, writing and communications is highly desirable.

INTERVIEW SELECTION PROCESS: The selection process may include one or more components to demonstrate applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities in job related areas. These may include exercises such as practical demonstrations, written communications, oral interviews and/or competency assessments.

SUMMARY 

In a developmental capacity and under immediate supervision, conducts rail training programs for all mechanical personnel in the car maintenance crafts to include motors, brake systems, couplers, door control, etc. Monitors and evaluates the performance of students/employees in training. Prepares reports and performs other duties as assigned. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Conducts classroom and on-the-job instruction for all journeymen and apprentice mechanical personnel and supervisors to enhance the knowledge and improve the skills and abilities necessary to effectively maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all related equipment. 
2. Monitors and evaluates the progress of employees in training. 
3. Assists branch and training Managers in identifying training needs. 
4. Completes, submits, and maintains accurate up-to-date training records, required reports and schedules. 
5. Assists in the planning, organization and delivery of the annual Local Rail Rodeo and Roundup.
6. Performs other duties as assigned. 
   
    

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 
Supervises the activities of trainees in bus maintenance, rail maintenance, bus transportation, rail transportation, track, automatic train control and related areas during apprenticeship certifications.  Activities include maintaining automated time and attendance, on-the-job training, enforcing policies and procedures, and progress updates to management.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES 
Follow the work practices and standard operating procedures for this position. Use and/or wear the appropriate equipment, protective devices or clothing that MARTA requires. Report health and safety concerns related to performing the duties of your job to supervisors and report any on-going/unresolved health and safety concerns to the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) co-chair, JHSC representative or safety representative. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS 
Wayside Access Certification required.

MARTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Salary Grade -17

Classification - Non-Represented 

Number of Openings - 1

Salary Range -$55,843 - $83,765