Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Job Classification Specification
BUS EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTOR
Pay Grade C04
Basic Function
To provide training in the maintenance and repair of revenue and non-revenue service vehicles and other related equipment and areas of interest. |
Classification Characteristics
Supervised by: Sr Manager, Equipment Maintenance; Equipment Maintenance Manager
Supervises:
FLSA: 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
- Conducts classroom and individualized training on all aspects of equipment and vehicle repair, testing and maintenance
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Prepares promotional testing performance exams which may include operation of revenue bus driving in yard/shop only
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Provides hands-on demonstration in the repair and maintenance of various components of bus systems
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Prepares lesson plans, outlines and schedules
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Develops detailed technical training and testing materials
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Coordinates specialized training needs with division and department heads
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Reports to various work locations to provide training and/or technical support to maintenance personnel
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Keeps abreast with current technology by attending factory update training sessions
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Establishes safety guidelines on maintenance procedures
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Interviews and tests applicants
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Operates shop tools and equipment for classroom demonstration purposes
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Assists in reviews, updates, and distributions of new service manuals and wiring schematics
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Provides orientation to personnel on new equipment, systems, and vehicles
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Analyzes vendor training materials for accuracy and system compatibility
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Prepares reports and correspondence
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Investigates equipment-related accidents
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Serves as technical expert for troubleshooting maintenance problems
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Interprets vehicle codes and other laws and regulations
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Develops and assesses safety programs
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Provides technical expertise to other department personnel
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Testifies as an expert witness at trials and hearings as required
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Accounts for subordinate and personal compliance with all of Metros safety rules, polices, and procedures
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Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out
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Essential Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Theories, principles, and practices of repair and maintenance of engines, parts, components and electrical systems of diesel, gasoline, and alternate fuel vehicles
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Safe and proper use of tools and other equipment
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Applicable safety, environmental, and vehicle laws, rules, and regulations
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Accident investigation
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Development of curricula, learning objectives, and lesson plans
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Ability to:
- Plan, organize, and monitor training of skilled personnel in maintenance and repair of equipment and related systems
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Communicate effectively orally and in writing
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Operate computers and M3 information kiosks
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Assess division training needs
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Develop lesson plans
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Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence
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Analyze situations, identify problems, and recommend solutions
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Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements
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Interact professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives
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Travel to offsite locations within a reasonable time frame
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Read, write, speak, and understand English
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Minimum Qualifications
Potential candidates interested in the BUS EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTOR position MUST meet
the following requirements:
- Associate's degree - Related field or equivalent training from a recognized trade school
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2 years of experience performing work or conducting training in the repair and maintenance of vehicles and equipment
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Professional certificates/licenses: Vocational Training or Teaching Credential
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Valid California Class C driver's license
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Bachelor's degree in related field desirable
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Special Conditions
- Frequent exposure to electrical, mechanical, chemical, and physical hazards
- May operate commercial heavy duty equipment to conduct specialized training programs to maintenance personnel restricted to in yard operation only
- Positions in this classification are considered safety sensitive under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol regulations
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Positions in this classification are considered safety sensitive under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol regulations. |
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: 8/10/1994
Date Last Revised: 5/15/2012
AFSCME: 4011A