Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Job Classification Specification

MAINTENANCE SOFTWARE SPECIALIST
Pay Grade B17

Basic Function
To perform document management and data entry work in support of a department's operations.

Classification Characteristics

Supervised by: Records Management Supervisor; Sr Rail Equipment Maintenance Instructor

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:

Examples of Duties
  • Reviews, logs, codes, optically scans, photocopies microfiches, and files various reports, correspondence, and other documents
  • Using established procedures and methods, receives and reviews all Metro files and documents
  • Informs staff on procedure for storage, retrieval, and destruction of inactive records
  • Maintains various department files and retrieves information from computer/hard copy
  • Inputs records management information into databases and other computerized systems
  • Files documentation alphabetically, numerically, and chronologically
  • Identifies, locates, and files missing documents and files
  • Purges and archives closed documentation
  • Maintains master files of various information sources, including drawings, manuals, reports, parts catalogs, training records, and other documents
  • Installs and maintains a technical library using existing or establishing new indexing, filing, storage, and retrieval systems
  • Requests prints and/or issues drawings, manuals, and records
  • Generates computerized reports for management
  • Receives and distributes mail and reports
  • Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out

Essential Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

  • General office practices and procedures
  • PC spreadsheets and word-processing applications
  • Basic administrative practices
  • Recordkeeping and filing systems, including computerized databases

Ability to:
  • Establish, maintain, and revise records, files, logs, and storage areas
  • Gather, compile, and summarize data
  • Meet precision and productivity demands
  • Perform highly repetitive work
  • Think and act independently
  • Operate personal computers and general office equipment
  • Communicate effectively orally and in writing
  • Interact professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives
  • Read, write, speak, and understand English

Minimum Qualifications
Potential candidates interested in the MAINTENANCE SOFTWARE SPECIALIST position MUST meet the following requirements:

  • 2 years' experience performing clerical, secretarial, or administrative work
  • Experience performing technical document storage, retrieval, and reproduction work desirable

Special Conditions
  • None

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: 7/18/1995
Date Last Revised: 1/14/2004
TCU: 0868A