District Sr Car Inspector, PSA

The final salary will depend on the candidate's qualifications. Those with 8 years or more of required experience can expect offers up to the midpoint of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidates can consider their growth potential.

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Qualified veterans who meet the minimum requirements will receive outreach during the recruitment process in accordance with Federal and State laws, including the Illinois Veterans Preference Act. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or job offer. The most qualified candidate will be selected.

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

Mechanical coordinates and oversees the repair, inspection, cleaning, rebuilding, replacing and maintenance of 1,180 pieces of rolling stock used in commuter service. The department's goal is to provide safe, clean and reliable service while maintaining the fleet to the standards of the Federal Railroad Administration, Association of American Railroads, American Public Transit Association and the original equipment manufacturers.

Reporting directly to the Manager, Rolling Stock and Regulations, the District Senior Car Inspector - Purchase of Service Agreement will conduct on-site inspections of railroad facilities to ensure compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) requirements that includes: test and inspection forms and records including 238 Daily Inspection forms, Blue Cards, Yellow Cards and Inspection forms. Develop, configure, project and maintain required test and inspection schedules to ensure efficient operations for the life cycle of the locomotives, cab cars, coaches, and highliners to ensure compliance with FRA. In accordance with FRA CFR parts 229 & 238, perform field inspections and audits of equipment to detect damage or structural defects. Perform quality control inspections of FRA documents and completed work in Maximo. Maintain warranty and maintenance tracking records using the IBM Maximo Tracking system. Initiate, maintain, and monitor Security & Emergency Response in accordance with regulations and corporate policy. Manage the Maximo user database regularly maintaining user accounts, including creating, updating and deactivating users. Must be able to walk in railroad yards and along tracks under train traffic conditions, climb onto locomotives and cars, and see and hear train traffic in worksite area.

The primary duties include: Develop, configure, project, issue and maintain required FRA test & inspection schedules pertaining to locomotives, cab cars, coaches and highliners; maintain FRA test and inspection records. Coordinate and record weekly & monthly security inspections for main facility and outlying points. Generate Preparedness Status Report. Provide support and instruction for division security and emergency response teams. Track scheduled calibration dates and certifications for all test equipment used in performing periodic inspections; perform audits, field inspections and maintain reports in accordance to FRA CFR parts 238 and 229. Maintain warranty and maintenance tracking records. Perform quality control inspections of FRA paperwork and equipment inspections. Promote safe work practices and maintain and foster a safe work environment. Works under both inside and outside environmental conditions under prevailing conditions of heat, cold, rain, and snow. Must be able to bend, stoop, and climb to perform inspections of rolling stock equipment. Wheel gauge, thermal heat gun, digital thermometer, lap top computer, and other tools necessary to perform essential job functions. Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.