MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority) · 12 hours ago
JOURNEYMAN TRACK MAINTAINER
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$27.76/hr - $27.76/hr
1+ years expMARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority) is seeking a Journeyman Track Maintainer to perform routine and preventive maintenance of track structures, fences, yards, and roadways. The role involves operating heavy equipment and using various tools for track maintenance tasks.
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Responsibilities
Performs a variety of tasks involving dexterous use of hands and tools. These tasks include, but are not limited to: replacing rail fasteners, clips, rail joint bolts, track switch components, anchors and other parts and/or materials needed in track maintenance
Performs routine and preventive maintenance on mainline and yard tracks by replacement and/or installation of major track parts and materials such as track ballast, concrete ties, running rail, wooden crossties, rail fasteners, cover boards and other parts or materials needed in maintenance
Maintains the Authority's wayside by repairing or replacing of wayside fences, and maintaining the wayside vegetation
Operates heavy equipment such as speedwing/ballast regulator, tampers, dump trucks, rail carrier, 15 ton crane, loader basket, overhead (10 ton) crane and other equipment as assigned
Uses a variety of tools commonly associated with track & structures maintenance work such as rulers, power auger, axes, portable power tools, grinders, drills, chisels, chain saws, hammers, wrenches, gages, pliers, tongs, cutters, levels, rail transposes, or other tools as assigned
Follows instructions and safely performs work designated by work order. Provides accurate feedback information by entering work orders information that will aid in failure and reliability analysis
Logs accurate labor time to work order. Informs Foreman and Planner of any discrepancies or adjustments needed to the work order
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school education or equivalent
A minimum of one-year experience in a heavy construction field
Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Georgia Commercial Driver's License
Must be able to pass MARTA's Level #4 Wayside Access Certification within 90 days of obtaining the position
Preferred
Track maintenance or track construction experience
Company
MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority)
MARTA was created to provide safe, convenient and reliable transit service for the Metro Atlanta region.
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Collie Greenwood
General Manager/CEO
Kevin Hurley
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
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