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Utah Transit AuthorityDescription Job Summary Responsible for preventive maintenance, inspections, and assisting other advanced-skilled employees in performing the running repair and heavy repair of all FrontRunner locomotives, cab, and coach systems and subsystems including, electric over pneumatic doors, HVAC, couplers, passenger amenities, communications, air brakes, cab controls, electrical, and diesel engines. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent.2 years' mechanical work experience and/or 1 year technical school/training.Knowledge and understanding of vehicle maintenance inspection and repair techniques.Knowledge of pneumatic, mechanical, and electronic theory and principles.Able to pass the standardized test (MET) and Commuter Rail Helper hands on test administered by UTADemonstrate competence in computer systems and operations to include basic level skills on Outlook.Able to safely work on energized equipment up to 480 VAC and 600 VDC Be able to acquire and maintain QMP certification.Able to be certified as a Qualified Maintenance Person for Locomotive as defined in CFR Title 49 part 238.Able to certify to operate forklift, crane, track mobile, boom lift, scissor lift, and other shop equipment. Successful completion of training program and post-training qualification period.Candidates must provide required tools (initial tool list on day of hire with more extensive list to be acquired by the end of the probationary period).Able to communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, and customers and maintain good interpersonal relations both orally and over the radio.Able to use hand held radio according to proper protocol.Able to acquire and maintain DOT Medical card. Have a valid Utah driver's license.Be a safe driver with no more than 4 moving violations in the past 3 years.Cannot have more than 1 violation of driving under the influence of alcohol, any drug, or the combined influence of any alcohol or any drug within the last 10 years.Able to perform physical requirements of the job to include walking long distances in a quick manner on uneven surfaces, lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs regularly and over 51 lbs occasionally on uneven surfaces, prolonged periods of standing, crawl and lay on uneven surfaces, able to work in tight and awkward positions, work outside in all weather conditions, able to safely work at heights above 16 feet, and constantly aware of surroundings.This job requires regular and predictable attendance. - OR - An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience. Shift: 7: 15pm - 5:45am with Sunday/Monday/Tuesday off ( Shift & Days Off Subject to Change) Pay Rate: $27.13 - $31.13 per hour plus $1.00 to $1.50 shift differential depending on shift, if applicable. This is a four-year wage progression. To Be Considered, Apply Before: September 23rd, 2026 by11:59 pm Social Acumen - Exhibiting strong Emotional Intelligence skills (self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship management). Relating comfortably with people across levels, functions, culture, and geography. Partnering with others to get work done. Navigating conflict. Seeking feedback without being defensive.Develops Self & Others - Taking action to continuously improve. Accepting assignments that broaden capabilities. Placing a high priority on developing others. Developing others through coaching, feedback, exposure, and stretch assignments.Ensures Fairness - Concerned with the welfare of others and expressing that concern on a personal level. Distributing resources fairly. Giving others a voice prior to reaching decisions that affect them. Reaching decisions through a fair process. Explaining to others why and how decisions were made that impact them.Safety - Acting as a Safety Ambassador by working safely, complying with requirements and serving as an example to others. Wearing required personal protec