Electrical Assembler - Military Veterans

Main Accountabilities
Core purpose: Under general supervision, the Electrical Assembler performs skilled, installation, assembly, and modification to a variety of electronic and electro-mechanical equipment, components and systems found in heavy and light rail vehicles; performs related work as assigned. Incumbents work independently according to accepted standards of the trade, supervisory direction, Company established procedures, practices, and specifications.


Main Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Following a pre-established schedule for assembly and installation of electronic and related electro-mechanical systems found on transit vehicles. Including those associated with propulsion, train control, pneumatic supply and brake control, air conditioning, annunciation, communications, door control, lighting, and auxiliary electrical supply.
• Performs modifications to rail vehicle electronic and electro-mechanical systems, as directed by engineering and supervisory staff.
• Works with engineering and other production staff regarding modifications.
• Uses diagnostic test equipment and precision measuring devices in the course of the work; may fabricate new testing equipment as required for use on new components and systems.
• Performs secondary dismantling and repair of electronic and electro-mechanical systems.
• Works closely with transit vehicle mechanics in performing primary repairs.
• Reads and interprets diagrams, engineering drawings, manuals, schematics and work orders.
• Documents work performed, and parts and materials used; follows specified safety procedures.

Job Skills, Experience and Qualifications
• 2+ yrs. experience, desired in light rail or transportation environment.
• Experience in low and high voltage (VDC), medium voltage (VAC) and relay logic.
• Experience in the use of test related equipment i.e., digital multi meters, pneumatic gauges, current probes etc….
• Must own and maintain a basic hand tool set.
• Experience in precision measuring equipment i.e., caliper, micrometer, pie tape, etc….
• Experience in electrical crimp and mechanical torque techniques.
• Must have experience working within and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Experience with working in diverse and busy team environments.
• Ability to read drawings, blueprints and diagrams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and work well under pressure and against deadlines.
• Must be able to read and perform procedures.
• Must be able to diagnose and make various electrical & mechanical adjustments using provided procedures.
• Attention to quality control and customer service.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.

EDUCATION:
• Must have a minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent
• College/ Technical trade school degree/ certificate preferred.
• Ability to read, write and communicate proficiently in English.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk. The employee occasionally is required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• This position works in a warehouse/production environment. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• The performance of this position requires exposure to the manufacturing areas where certain areas require.