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Job Description
Metro’s mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County.
Description
Basic Function
Under moderate supervision, performs preventive and corrective maintenance and inspection of Train Control Systems and related signal equipment and interface.
Recruitment Timelines : Exams are projected to be scheduled for the week of August 25 , 2025, i nterviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of September 1 , 2025, andagility exams are projected to be scheduled the week of September 8, 2025. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.
Examples of Duties- Inspects, tests, and performs corrective and preventative maintenance of wayside signals, interlocking, centralized traffic control (CTC), automatic train control (ATC), and grade crossing warning devices, including signal bonding, track transmitters, and receivers, impedance bonds, power switches, multiplexing equipment, energized equipment up to 480 volts, and electromechanical signal devices
- Responds to equipment failure, determines the cause, and restores equipment to service
- Maintains records and presents reports of inspection, testing, and repair
- Monitors signal work performed by outside contractors
- Performs new construction or modifications to existing systems
- Performs other related duties
- Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out
Minimum Qualifications- Associates of Science degree or the successful completion of a two-year/full-time Electronics Technology or related program from an accredited electronics schoolOR
- 2 years' of journey-level experience performing inspection, testing, repair, and maintenance of electromechanical or electronic systems and equipment with experience on railroad signaling equipment preferred
- Must possess or be able to acquire a valid California Class A Commercial driver's license
Essential Knowledge
Knowledge- Methods, materials, equipment, and safety procedures used in the inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of train control systems
- Standard operating procedures used for entering and working in a live track environment
Abilites- Understand and follow oral and written instructions and procedures
- Communicate effectively with others
- Safely operate a variety of hand tools and power equipment
- Troubleshoot and repair various electronic devices and printed circuit boards
- Read and understand schematic diagrams
- Use standard electronic test equipment
- Apply safety procedures in a hazardous environment
- Safely operate Metro vehicles
- Perform strenuous tasks on occasion
- Work at heights up to 50 feet
- Tolerate outdoor work and night work
- Read, write, speak, and understand English
Special Conditions- Must have normal color vision
- Must comply with all California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and personal protective gear including, but not limited to, respirators, eye and hearing protective devices (HPD), if and when required
- Must be able to work in an environment with energized overhead catenary or contact rail system, power distribution equipment, and long-line freight and vehicular traffic
- Must provide own tools of the trade
- Must be able to respond to emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days per week
- Positions in this classification are considered safety sensitive under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol regulations
Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Learn more about Metro’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program . Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices.
Selection Procedure
Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.
Application Procedure
To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application.
Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro locations:
METRO Headquarters, Employment Office
One Gateway Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Open: Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)
Metro Talent Hub
8501 S. Evermont Place
Los Angeles, CA 90044
Open: Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)
East Los Angeles Customer Center
4501 B Whittier Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90022
Open: Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm
(Closed Sun & Mon)
Wilshire/Vermont Customer Center
3183 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 174
Los Angeles, CA 90010
Open: Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)
Rosa Parks Customer Center
Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station
11720 Wilmington Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90059
Open: Monday through Friday, 6am to 6:30pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)
Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro.
All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.
*Open to the public and all Metro employees
This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.
LACMTA BENEFITS- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Group Life Insurance
- Holidays
- Sick time
- Vacation time
- Pension plan
- Social Security coverage
- Transportation passes
- Credit union
- Tuition assistance
- Deferred Compensation 401 (k)
- Thrift plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Jury duty
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Closing Date/Time: 8/19/2025 5:00 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority - LA Metro
Show moreLos Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) is unique among the nation’s transportation agencies. It serves as transportation planner and coordinator, designer, builder and operator for one of the country’s largest, most populous counties. More than 9.6 million people – nearly one-third of California’s residents – live, work, and play within its 1,433-square-mile service area. Our goal is to provide safe, clean, reliable, on-time, courteous service dedicated to providing Los Angeles County with a world class transportation system.
Metro moves Los Angeles County. Our team operates one of the country’s largest transportation systems – and is planning, designing and constructing its expansion. We are a comprehensive transportation agency, with programs in transit, highways, active transportation and more. The agency’s internationally recognized sustainability programs are based on visionary environmental policies and are part of everything we do.
Come Aboard!
Join Metro’s team of dedicated transportation professionals and help provide the people of Los Angeles County with one of the most effective and efficiently operated mass transit systems in the entire country. Metro offers a variety of employment opportunities that present exciting challenges and growth opportunities in an outstanding work environment.
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