Track Worker

Job Description

Definition
Under supervision, the Track Worker performs inspection, maintenance and repair of roadbed, ties, rails, frogs, and switches, and performs general clean up of the track area.

Essential Job Functions

Typical Tasks

• Makes daily inspection of the track system and reports problems needing repair;
• Picks up debris along the right-of-way;
• Tightens track bolts, adjusts switches, replaces ties, tamps, and aligns track, and lubricates rail and rail curves;
• Spreads and cleans ballast;
• Installs rail, frogs, switches and ties;
• Operates air compressors and heavy tools and equipment used to maintain and repair track systems;
• Operates hand and power tools;
• Assists in re-railing and loading equipment;
• Keeps tools and equipment clean and in good condition;
• Welds track and operates heavy equipment;
• Operates hi-rail, trucks, tamper, and other vehicles;
• Acts as flag person;
• Inspects for broken welds and broken rail;
• Operates computer for related data input and retrieval;
• Prepares written reports, documents defects and repairs on inspection forms, work orders, or designated computer programs;
• Familiarizes other Track Workers in the proper method of performing their job;
• Performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Employment Standards
Training and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and one year of experience performing inspection, maintenance and repair of roadbed, ties, rails, frogs, and switches, including welding track and operating heavy equipment.

Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and the ability to qualify for and maintain a Class A license.

Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and odd and unusual hours.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of:

• Methods, procedures, tools and equipment used to repair and maintain an electrified track system;
• Switching mechanisms;
• Methods of installing track, welding, and bonding;
• Re-railing methods and equipment;
• Mathematics used in rail and track bed maintenance;
• General shop safety procedures;
• Laws, ordinances, and regulations governing track systems.

Ability to:

• Follow oral and written instructions;
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude;
• Perform heavy manual labor;
• Inspect, repair, and maintain road bed and track systems;
• Weld track and operate heavy equipment and other equipment used in track maintenance and repair;
• Perform computer-related functions that allow for data input and retrieval;
• Work under established deadlines;
• Effectively read, understand, and use technical information found in repair manuals, service change bulletins, and applicable technical documents, including parts and supply manuals;
• Learn and stay current on all technologies introduced into the transit industries as it relates to track technology;
• Familiarize other Track Workers in the proper method of performing their job;
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

VTA offers a generous benefit package including: a defined benefit pension plan, vision care, a choice of health plans, dental coverage, an employee assistance program, life insurance, transit passes, and liberal holiday, vacation, and sick leave. A credit union and deferred compensation plan are also available to employees at their option. Detailed information on VTA's benefits may be found here: https://www.vta.org/about/careers/benefits


ATU employees hired on or after January 1, 2016 contribute one-half of the "normal cost" toward the required employee contribution to the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority-Amalgamated Transit Union (SCVTA-ATU), Local 265 Pension Plan effective 01/01/16 (1/8/16 pay date).

Social Security taxes will be deducted from each employee's bi-weekly salary.

As a condition of employment, each employee in this class must sign a payroll deduction authorization form providing for deduction of ATU union membership dues.

01 I acknowledge that I have accurately entered my Work Experience and Education on the employment application, and I am aware these are required fields. If they are not completed, the application is considered incomplete, and I will be disqualified as an applicant for the position. Candidates found to have exaggerated/falsified any aspect of the application, including but not limited to: their qualifications, experience, training, and/or education may be disqualified at any point in the recruitment process and may be denied future employment with the VTA.

I have read this information and am aware of the importance of accurately entering in all Work Experience and Education on the employment application.

• Yes
• No

02 Please answer the supplemental questions thoroughly, clearly, and concisely as the responses provided (along with the entire application package) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process.

I have read this information and am aware of the importance of responses to the supplemental questions.

• Yes
• No

03 Important: Proof of Education, either as a copy of a diploma or transcript, is required to verify all educational units listed on your application. Official transcripts are not necessary. Copies of diplomas, degrees, transcripts, or foreign transcript evaluations must be attached to the submitted application as a pdf.

I have read this information and am aware of the requirement to submit proof of education as part of my submitted application.

• Yes
• No

04 The minimum qualifications for this position are: Training and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and one year of experience performing inspection, maintenance and repair of roadbed, ties, rails, frogs, and switches, including welding track and operating heavy equipment.

Please indicate how you meet these minimum qualifications. Include job titles, employers, dates worked, hours per week, and duties performed. All employers indicated in this section must be clearly listed in the Work Experience section of the application. 05 What is your employee badge #? Please write N/A, if appropriate. 06 Do you possess at least a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

07 Are you available to work weekends, holidays, and odd and unusual hours?

• Yes
• No

08 Do you possess a valid California Class C or Class B or Class A driver's license or other state equivalent?

• Yes
• No

09 How many years of experience do you have in performing inspection, maintenance and repair of roadbed, ties, rails, frogs and switches, including welding track and operating heavy equipment?

• No experience
• 1 year
• 2 or more years

10 Please describe in detail your experience with performing inspection, maintenance and repair of roadbed, ties, rails, frogs and switches, including welding track and operating heavy equipment. 11 Please describe, in detail, your welding experience.

Required Question