Human Resources - Job Classification Specification

Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Job Classification Specification

FACILITIES SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN
Pay Grade A31

Basic Function

Under moderate supervision, performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled repairs, installation and maintenance procedures relating to mechanical and electrical components and systems of Metro’s Bus & Rail facilities and Gateway Headquarters building.

Classification Characteristics

Facilities Systems Technician is an Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) journey-level position. It differs from the Facilities Systems Technician Leader (ATU) in that a Facilities Systems Technician performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled repairs, installation and maintenance procedures relating to mechanical and electrical components and systems of Metro facilities while a Facilities Systems Technician Leader oversees and coordinates the daily activities of a group of maintenance personnel. Facilities Systems Technicians assigns tasks within a work crew. The Facilities Systems Technician Leader communicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures and maintains accountability for the safety of assigned employees. A Leader receives additional pay for each hour worked as stipulated by the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Incumbents may bid to work either in BUS or RAIL Operations Division. Differs from Electrician in that Facilities Systems Technician performs electrical and mechanical work associated with facilities and systems, while Electrician performs electrical work on a variety of electrical apparatus. Differs from Property Maintainer in that Facilities Systems Technician performs both electrical and mechanical work associated with facilities and systems, while property maintainer performs maintenance and repair of Metro buildings and machinery not related to electrical work.

Supervised by: Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

Supervises:

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Work Environment
In order to achieve Metro’s goals in support of its mission, potential candidates are required to commit and continuously practice and demonstrate the following work values:

Safety – To ensure that our employees, passengers and the general public’s safety is always our first consideration.
Service Excellence – To provide safe, clean, reliable, on-time, courteous service for our clients and customers.
Workforce Development – To make Metro a learning organization that attracts, develops, motivates and retains a world-class workforce.
Accountability for Performance and Fiscal Responsibility – To manage every taxpayer and customer-generated dollar as if it were coming from our own pocket and ensure the highest possible return on investment.
Innovation and Technology – To actively participate in identifying best practices for continuous improvement.
Sustainability – To reduce, reuse and recycle all internal resources and reduce green-house gas emissions.
Integrity – To rely on the professional ethics and honesty of every Metro employee.
Teamwork – To actively blend our individual talents to achieve world-class performance and service.
Civil Rights – To actively promote compliance with all civil rights statutes, regulations and policies.
Community – To actively engage with the Community as it relates to Metro interest/services.

Examples of Duties

Bus

Performs preventive and restorative maintenance of shop and bus servicing equipment and electrical systems, including bus washer systems, fueling stations, and roll-up garage doors using basic tools of mechanical trade
Troubleshoots and maintains systems with programmable logic and solid state controllers, including automated storage and retrieval systems, robotic paintings equipment, and heavy equipment hoists
Drives Metro maintenance vehicles, including utility trucks and cargo vans, to various locations to repair and maintain Metro facilities and equipment

Rail

Performs preventive and restorative maintenance of rail station, rail division, and maintenance-of-way servicing equipment and electrical systems, including sump pumps, sewage ejectors, emergency egress and platform hatches, fire suppression systems, and fire rated doors using basic tools of mechanical trade
Checks and maintains fire pumps, fire sprinklers, and wet and dry standpipes
Performs complex wiring, installation, and utilization of conduits
Drives Metro maintenance vehicles, including utility trucks, cargo vans, stake bed trucks, dump trucks, and hi-rail trucks, to various locations and along the rail and orange lines to repair and maintain Metro facilities
Provides safety watch support by directing train movement and performing flagging while supporting maintenance and contractor personnel

Gateway Headquarters Building

Performs preventive and demand maintenance of high rise headquarters building equipment and electrical systems, including fire pumps and fire alarm system
Troubleshoots and maintains systems with programmable logic and solid state controllers

Generic

Installs and maintains a wide range of electrical apparatus, including electrical circuits, switches, solenoids, control boards, motors, generators, yard lighting, and three-phase industrial systems up to 480 volts
Tests and measures voltage, current and resistance using electrical test instruments
Performs design, fabrication, and welding of a variety of parts and equipment
Repairs and maintains structural framing of walls, roofs, and stairs; repairs jambs, drop ceilings, drywall and partitions using basic tools of construction trades
Troubleshoots mechanical and electrical problems using blueprints, specifications, and schematic diagrams
Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out

Essential Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

Mechanical and electrical design, construction, installation, and maintenance practices, procedures, methods, and equipment as found in a manufacturing or maintenance facility environment
Basic electrical/ electronic theory
Federal, state, and local electrical codes

Ability to:

Install, maintain, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment
Troubleshoot and correct equipment problems
Safely operate Metro vehicles
Safely operate a variety of hand and power tools
Read and understand blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics
Communicate effectively with others
Follow instructions
Move objects weighing up to 75 pounds
Work at heights up to 75 feet
Travel to off-site locations within a reasonable timeframe
Read, write, speak, and understand English

Minimum Qualifications
Potential candidates interested in the FACILITIES SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN position MUST meet the following requirements:

4 years’ experience performing construction, masonry, mechanical and electrical facilities maintenance work on mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment in a large facility environment; and installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of AC and DC equipment, electric motors, and controls, including voltages up to 480 volts, programmable logic and solid state controllers
Completion of 2 years or more full-time training or education in Industrial Technology, Electrical Maintenance, Construction or similar program at a recognized trade school or apprenticeship program may be substituted for 1 year’s experience
Valid California Class C driver's license

Special Conditions

Must be able to obtain a Class A drivers license
Must be able to respond to emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in any and all types of weather conditions
Must comply with all California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and personal protective gear including, but not limited to, respirators, eye and hearing protective devices (HPD), if and when required
Must have normal color vision
Must provide own tools of the trade
Positions assigned to Rail are considered safety-sensitive and subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing, under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulations
Work may be required in tunnels or on bridges

Disclaimer
This job specification is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.

Date Originally Created: 5/1/1995
Date Last Revised: 4/3/2018 3:11:02 PM
ATU: 0789C