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Service Dispatcher (Elevator/Escalator)

Employer
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
Location
MD
Closing date
Jun 18, 2019

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Industry
Delivery and Transportation
Function
Other
Hours
Full Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
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Job Details

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education
  • High school diploma or possession of a high school equivalency certificate (GED)

Experience
  • A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a call center environment with experience dispatching work assignments and work crews, to include at least three (3) years of experience generating and preparing data analysis reports.

Certification/Licensure
  • None

Preferred
  • Education
    • Associates Degree in Information Technology, Business Technology or Certification in Computer Technology or related field.
  • Experience
    • Emergency dispatching and response coordination.

Medical Group:

Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.

SUMMARY :

The Service Dispatcher (Elevator and Escalator) performs maintenance monitoring and service dispatching work that requires the coordination of elevator and escalator maintenance and repair crew assignments. The incumbent receives failure reports, service requests and monitors the operation of elevator and escalators through the use of remote monitoring and camera network. The Service Dispatcher (Elevator and Escalator) inputs data via computer terminals, assigns maintenance record numbers for tracking purposes and dispatches service crews to repair sites.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Documents procedures and observes the performance of equipment and employees against industry and WMATA established standards.
  • Provides key support and communicates with Rail Operations Information Center (ROIC) and Maintenance Operations Center (MOC) dispatchers in order to increase the speed of response times by Elevator/Escalator Services (ELES) mechanics to emergency situations, such as patron entrapments or accidents.
  • Assigns and dispatches personnel and equipment promptly to restore malfunctioning elevators and escalators to proper operations under routine circumstances.
  • Ensures the accuracy and reliability of all data entered into the asset management system (i.e. Maximo) in order to provide a detailed history of all actions taken.
  • Coordinates all support activities designed to allow access to ELES equipment by other maintenance branches or contractors.
  • Works closely with MOC and Operations Control Center (OCC) to report significant events impacting revenue service, public safety, or employee safety to the appropriate ELES management staff.
  • Maintains continuous contact with maintenance personnel for various outage reports and logs reflecting the status of each job (by job number) that involves ELES.
  • Develops and maintains a current roster of radio call numbers and office/home numbers for ELES supervisory and maintenance staff. Tracks and maintains an up-to-date listing of personnel and equipment working in the WMATA system, to ensure continuity of operations.
  • Ensures each scheduled or corrective maintenance action is directed to the attention of an appropriate ELES supervisor.
  • Reviews open work order tickets and coordinates with the responsible ELES supervisor to resolve outages.
  • Documents, within asset management system (i.e. Maximo), the delivery of parts and supplies to field locations, by completing appropriate paperwork and contacting parts runners and/or appropriate personnel.

OTHER FUNCTIONS
  • Ensures appropriate follow-up action is taken to resolve a problem or situation whenever outside agencies/contractors have been or will become involved.
  • Monitors workflow and productivity of ELES mechanics or contractors to ensure compliance with ELES management directives, instructions and/or objectives. Promptly reports all accomplishments and/or failures to the appropriate ELES supervisor or manager to ensure appropriate steps can be taken accordingly.

The essential duties listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Evaluation Criteria:

Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.

Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:
  • Personal Interview
  • Skills Assessments
  • Verification of education and experience
  • Criminal Background Check
  • Successful completion of a medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening
  • Review of a current Motor Vehicle Report

Closing :

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, a Federal contractor, is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists. Our hiring process is designed to be accessible and free from discrimination.

This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.

Company

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates the second largest rail transit system and the fifth largest bus network in the United States. Safe, clean and reliable, "America's Transit System" transports more than a third of the federal government to work and millions of tourists to the landmarks in the Nation's Capital.

Metro has earned a worldwide reputation for security and architectural beauty. WMATA is clearly the employer of choice for over 10,000 area residents. The Authority was created in 1967 by an interstate compact to plan, develop, build, finance and operate a balanced regional transportation system in the National Capital area. Construction of the Metrorail system began in 1969. Four area bus systems were acquired in 1973. The first phase of Metrorail began operation in 1976. The final leg of the original 103-mile rail network was completed in early 2001. Metrorail now operates 83 stations. One line extension and three new stations are now under construction.

Metrorail and Metrobus serve a population of 3.4 million within a 1,500-square-mile area. The transit zone consists of the District of Columbia, the suburban Maryland counties of Montgomery and Prince George's and the Northern Virginia counties of Arlington, Fairfax and Loudoun and the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax and Falls Church. Overall, about 40 percent of the region's residents commute to work on Metro.

Metro and the federal government are partners in transportation. Half of the 83 Metrorail stations serve federal facilities and 36 percent of the local federal workforce uses Metro. We are committed to being an integral part of the Washington metropolitan area by ensuring the best in safe, reliable, cost-effective and responsive transit services, by promoting regional mobility and by contributing toward the social, economic and environmental well-being of our community. Employees are Metro.; We are committed to providing a working environment that fosters a high standard of performance, recognition for contributions and innovations, mutual respect and a healthy quality of life.

We are committed to developing ourselves through technology, training and education. We recognize our diversity as a source of strength that enables us to attain individual and Authority goals. In addition to competitive salaries, Metro employees enjoy a number of attractive benefits. These benefits include paid time off in the form of vacations, holidays and sick leave; medical, dental, life insurances as well as long term disability. Retirement is planned for through a defined contribution plan and a deferred compensation plan. Alternative work schedules, teleworking and free transportation on Metrorail and Metrobus make for an great benefits package for WMATA employees.Jump to our website to apply online for current openings and save the link for future vacancies as they occur.http://content.wmata.com/jobs/employment_opportunities.cfm

 

 

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