Rail Car Mechanic Trainee

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to fill the role of Rail Car Maintenance Trainee. This is a student-level position that leads to graduation from the WMATA Technical Skills Program (TSP) and assignment as a C-Level Rail Car Mechanic.

• Attend formal training classes related to basic, intermediate, and advanced rapid transit rail car vehicle maintenance.
• Gain familiarity with and develop skills in the maintenance, inspection, repair, removal, installation, troubleshooting, testing, and calibration of WMATA rail cars and equipment.
• Under the direct oversight of assigned journey-level mechanics, use hand tools, power tools, and test equipment to inspect, diagnose, and repair WMATA rail car vehicle malfunctions in accordance with safety and maintenance procedures and practices.
• Complete all documentation and reports associated with the operation and maintenance of WMATA rail car vehicles and any required training documentation.
• Provide assistance to supervisors and mechanical staff in emergencies by securing or safeguarding WMATA equipment, fire/life/safety, snow emergencies, etc. according to established safety practices and maintenance guidelines.

• High School Diploma with two (2) years of Vocational Training in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electronics.
• In lieu of Vocational Training, one (1) year of related work experience in the electrical, mechanical, or electronics field may be considered.

• Associate's degree, or vocational or technical school degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electronics.

The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations. Satisfactory completion of the medical examination for this position, if required.

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.