RAIL BODY/PAINT REPAIRER

Job TitleUnder moderate supervision, performs all types of body and paint repairs on light rail vehicles.Examples Of DutiesRepairs body and paint damage to the interior and exterior of the light rail vehiclesRemoves vehicle parts such as headlights to perform repairs on the damaged areasUses Metal Inert Gas (MIG) and Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding equipment to repair damageMixes paints, matches colors, and paints vehicle surfaces with high volume low pressure (HVLP) spray gunsResponds to emergency body repair and maintenance requirements of rail vehiclesContributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried outMinimum Qualifications2 year's experience in paint and body repair of cars, trucks, or rail vehicles and six months' welding experienceSuccessful completion of a full time training program from an accredited school in paint and body repair may be substituted for an equivalent amount of actual work experienceValid California Class C driver's licenseEssential KnowledgeKnowledgeMethods, materials, equipment, and safety procedures utilized in the repair and painting of rail vehicle bodiesVehicle operation and safetyAbilitiesPerform repair and painting to a variety of rail vehicle body surfacesEstablish and maintain effective working relationshipsCommunicate effectively with othersSafely operate Metro vehiclesSafely operate a variety of tools and equipmentMaintain simple written recordsFollow verbal and written instructionsCommunicate effectively with othersLift and move objects weighing up to 60 poundsTolerate exposure to noise, unpleasant odors, and outdoor work at night and in all types of weatherRead, write, speak, and understand EnglishSpecial ConditionsMust comply with all California Occupational Safety & Health Act (Cal/OSHA) regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and protective gear "including but not limited" to respirators and/or hearing protective devices (HPD), if and when requiredMust be able to work on any one of three shifts and weekendsMay be exposed to weather, chemical, electrical, and physical hazards when performing dutiesPositions in this classification are considered safety sensitive under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol regulationsLACMTA BenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision plansGroup Life InsuranceHolidaysSick timeVacation timePension planSocial Security coverageTransportation passesCredit unionTuition assistanceDeferred Compensation 401 (k)Thrift planEmployee Assistance ProgramJury dutyAccidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance