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Technical Skills Maintenance Training Instructor

Employer
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
Location
MD
Closing date
Sep 28, 2019

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

Minimum Qualifications

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

Experience
  • A minimum of four (4) years' experience in the specific trade or craft directly related to urban transit.
  • One, (1), year of previous experience delivering training and adult education (OJT or classroom).

Certification/Licensure
  • N/A

Preferred
  • Associate degree, or vocational or technical school degree in a maintenance craft directly related to urban transit.
  • Bachelor's degree in Adult Learning

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.

Job Summary

The Technical Skills Maintenance Training Instructor is responsible for the development, implementation and presentation of required Technical Skills Training courses. The incumbent instructs in both the classroom and practical situations and evaluates student progress throughout the training program.

Essential Functions
  • Develops and implements a comprehensive Technical Skills Training Program for entry level maintenance Apprentices in all maintenance trades. Assists in training programs for advanced maintenance skill level employees.
  • Conducts classroom and practical maintenance training for mechanical, electrical, and supervisory level personnel. Instructs and demonstrates, utilizing applicable technical data, tools, precision measuring/special equipment, test instrumentation and correct maintenance procedures. Develops and prepares training courses and lesson plans, ensuring periodic updates are included. Evaluates student performance, certifies that employees have successfully completed required training programs, and are qualified to operate specific equipment and perform specified duties
  • Makes appropriate recommendations for training program additions and deletions. Makes proper utilization of training techniques i.e., lecture methods, demonstration and student participation, use of mock-ups, questions, answers, and student testing. May be required to prepare and present oral/written reports.
  • Prepares and maintains current training aids, visual aid and mock up equipment simulators. Ensures availability of classroom space and equipment for specific training groups. Maintains state-of-the-art knowledge of electrical, electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical technologies as applied to urban transit systems.
  • Supervises trainees while they are under the control of Technical Skill Maintenance Training (TSMT) Department. This includes ensuring compliance with Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) directives, standard operating procedures, safety and operating rules, time accountability, and complaint resolution. May recommend trainees for commendations or disciplinary action as appropriate.
  • Assists in other training programs where overlap or intersection occurs. Researches and prepares technical and administrative reports in support of training operations.

Other Functions
  • Acts as an expert witness for the Authority in litigation. Performs other related duties as required.

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
  • Credit history report for positions with fiduciary responsibilities
  • 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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