Description

Acara Solutions has an opening for a C&W Field Technician for Alstom Transportation in Glen Burnie, MD.

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signaling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 74,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

The successful candidate will primarily support the commissioning and warranty activities for the Alstom MTA Light Rail Vehicle overhaul contract. Skillsets sought are those with an electro-mechanical background primarily and can include electronic, and communication troubleshooting as required. This may include the use of portable test equipment (laptops mostly with vendor software), multi-meters and meggers. Be able to have or obtain knowledge that can easily translate to other special test equipment or software utilized in testing for train failures (wire tracer for example). The employee will actively monitor failures statically (in the shop) or dynamically (testing in the maintenance yard are on mainline with supported test blocks arranged). Other work may include performing engineering modifications to the wiring or components as outline with engineering instructions or as directed by the Depot Manager.

The individual must be able to:
* Follow basic electronic schematics and troubleshoot to the component level.
* Be able to run data log files for review.
* Be adept at changing electrical/electronic components
* Have good mechanical skills and knowledge of basic hand and power tools
* Have knowledge of torquing and using torque wrenches

Performance Measurements:
* Attendance and time management
* Flexibility to support different shifts and weekends as required
* Flexibility in working at the Baltimore and Glen Burnie locations as needed
* Ability to support commissioning testing
* Ability to support warranty repairs in an accurate and timely manner
* Responsiveness to supervision
* Ability to work independently
* Performance of work standards
* Performance of established shop safety standards and EHS policies
* Team player and ability to adapt to work environment
* Customer interface

Pay rate: $34/hr

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct, and Aleron's strategic partner, SDI) are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. The Aleron companies welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.