Track Maintainer

Track Maintainer Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority - 3.6 Cleveland, OH Job Details Full-time $29.63 - $39.51 an hour 16 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Pension plan Vision insurance Qualifications Driver's License Electronic equipment testing Full Job Description Location Organization NameGreater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority About Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA) was formed in 1974 with the mission of providing public transit services to 59 communities and 1.2 million residents of Cuyahoga County. As the largest public transit agency in the State of Ohio, GCRTA’s service options include bus, BRT, trolley, paratransit and three rail lines. GCRTA makes connections that empower individuals, neighborhoods, and communities to rise. We offer a wide range of comprehensive benefits and programs to support the health and wellness of employees and family members including health benefits (medical, dental and vision), a wellness incentive program and participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS.) The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA) is searching to create an

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for the positions within the Track Department of the Rail District’s Power & Way Section. The position of Track Maintainer 452 is responsible for the seasonal maintenance of tracks and surrounding areas. As the recipient of North America’s Best Public Transportation System Award, we continue to be a well-recognized and high-performing public agency that provides public transportation to the greater Cleveland area. We are proud to be one of northeast Ohio’s major employers with over 2,300 employees. Our service encompasses 460 square miles and, in 2013, served approximately 49.2 million customers. Our company's mission is to provide safe, reliable, courteous public transportation. GCRTA is a financially sound transit agency that is nationally recognized for the quality of services it provides and for its innovative management practices. It offers a wide range of comprehensive benefits and programs to support the health and wellness of employees and family members including health benefits and a very attractive pension plan. Detailed Description Duties Maintains, renews and repairs railroad tracks by using a variety of hand and power tools. Operates heavy rail equipment. Inspects entire length of track and reports problems to supervisor. Performs seasonal maintenance of tracks and surrounding areas. Fills in for flagging duties when needed and performs other duties of a similar nature as required. (The candidate in this position can be assigned to any one or more major work behaviors, and can be assigned at any time as needed). Practices safety precautions and measures at all times. Works overtime as necessitated by operational needs. This position will promote a safe and secure atmosphere, follow all safety and security rules and perform other duties as assigned. Job Requirements Minimum Requirements Applicants must have completed technical high school courses or post-high school courses in electrical theory and/or basic electronics to enable testing and repairing of electronic rail signal equipment. Applicants must also have a valid Ohio driver's license with no more than four (4) points in the last three (3) years.

Additional Details Working Conditions:

The working conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environmental Conditions:

Exposure to cold, heat, noise, and vibration. Ability to work in any weather condition.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time. The employee is frequently required to bend, stoop, climb, reach with hands and arms, handle or feel, see with normal visual acuity, talk, speak and hear. The employee is occasionally required to lift, push, and pull materials up to 50 lbs. The employee may occasionally be required to monitor a video display terminal.

Mental Demands:

Reading, watching, studying, observing, focused listening. Concentrated attention to detail for prolonged periods of time. Inspecting, tabulating and proofreading data.

Additional Information:

The performance of these duties may be required at any time of the day or night, any day and night of the week. The position is a bargaining unit position. The position is also safety sensitive and subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Examination Information:

Candidates selected to participate in the hiring process will be notified of the exact time and place of the examination. The examination process will consist of three parts: a written examination, performance assessment, and record evaluation (for internal candidates only). Candidates must attain a minimum composite score of 70% to move forward in the process. Weights for a final score will be assigned as follows for external candidates : Written Examination 30%, Performance Assessment 70%. Weights for a final score will be assigned as follows for internal candidates : Written Examination 30%, Performance Assessment 55%, Record Evaluation 15%. Internal candidates must meet all record evaluation criteria to gain the 15% weight. Records evaluation information includes a review of the following: 5 or more absence occurrences 2 or more AWOL or absence control suspensions 3 or more active written reminders (regardless of the level) 5 or more misses (regardless if they are active or not active) 4 or more active tardies Drug or alcohol suspension Drivers License Policy suspension (CDL or Regular) Active Decision Making Leave (DML) Applications must be received in the Human Resources Department of the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority by applying online at www.myinfo.gcrta.org, Employee Self Service, iRecruitment. Internal candidates must also submit a properly completed “Eligibility Certifications for Internal Selection Process” From (#79-857 Revised 4/5/2013) along with their application. Forms are available from Human Resources and RTA District Offices.

APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT PASS THE WRITTEN EXAMINATION AND PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT

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MUST WAIT SIX

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MONTHS TO REAPPLY AFTER THE INITIAL WRITTEN EXAMINATION DATE. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / ADA EMPLOYER / A DRUG FREE

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