O&M Technician

Job title: O&M Technician

About the Role The O&M Technician at entry level will operate and maintain the AGTS Wayside system and related subsystems at the O&M site. With training and experience, you may assist in recovering stalled trains and learn to operate the AGTS System from Central Control.

What You'll Do

• Operate, troubleshoot and repair Central Control computer console, Wayside systems, vehicles and components as assigned.
• Inspect vehicles and related equipment to detect failed or improperly operating equipment.
• Operate trains, doors, guideway switches, and power distribution systems in a manual mode.
• Perform electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic system inspections following established procedures.
• Repair or replace defective parts or equipment utilizing manuals, drawings, specs, and other written or verbal instructions.
• Support recovery of malfunctioning vehicles from system as needed.
• Respond to system failures to recover vehicles and restore system operation.
• Respond to customer requests in a timely fashion.
• Assist passengers during emergency operations.
• Conduct thorough and complete preventive maintenance checks on vehicles, systems, and subsystems as assigned.
• Achieve and maintain all functional certifications in assigned area.
• Continuous learning and progression through training program.
• Participate in training programs.

What We're Looking For

• 2 years of experience in maintenance, operations, manufacturing, transportation, industrial equipment, facilities, or a related technical environment. Internship, apprenticeship, vocational placement, or military technical training may be accepted in place of direct rail experience.
• Exposure to mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or low-voltage systems preferred.
• Basic understanding of inspection, fault identification, repair, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and basic diagnostic equipment preferred.
• Ability to read and follow technical procedures, maintenance instructions, checklists, and safety rules.
• Ability to work in depots, workshops, trackside areas, or other active rail environments.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and willingness to learn rail systems, operating rules, and maintenance processes.
• Education: Technical diploma, vocational certificate, or associate degree in maintenance, industrial technology, electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, or a related field required.
• Relevant certifications such as OSHA, safety training, electrical/mechanical maintenance, or operator qualifications are a plus.

Nice to Have

• Relevant certifications such as OSHA, safety training, electrical/mechanical maintenance, or operator qualifications are a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting rate $40.89 per hour, DOE.