Vehicle Technician

Description

Acara Solutions has an opening for a Vehicle Technician for Alstom Transportation in Camden, NJ.

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.

* Responsible for maintaining, inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing Light Rail equipment. Repairs, replaces, and tests equipment, components and systems related to Light Rail equipment under the direction of the Supervisor of Maintenance or FSE's by performing mechanical, electromechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic activities.

* Diagnose problems and determines the extent of repairs or adjustments needed.

* Maintains, adjusts, repairs, rebuilds, and overhauls operating systems including but not limited to, electrical, charging, fuel, ignition, cooling, air conditioning, heating, and braking.

* Maintains, adjusts, repairs, rebuilds, and overhauls components.

* Operates computer aided diagnostic equipment, vehicle testing and/or operating equipment.

* Repairs and replaces bodies, housings, brackets, and accessories using machining tools and equipment.

* Performs other assignments as directed by the Supervisor of Maintenance.

Duration: 12 months (possible temp-hire based on business needs)

Pay rate: $58.17 while working contract

Pay rate after conversion to full time employee: $29.78 + benefits

Hours: 24/7 site; must be flexible to work any shift to meet business needs

Job Requirements

* +5 years of experience with electrical systems (including troubleshooting)

* License/Certificate as Diesel/electrical Mechanic or equivalent work experience.

* Have knowledge in methods, tools, materials, equipment, and procedures used in the diagnosis and maintenance of systems and components for vehicles.

* Have knowledge in the operating principles of gasoline and diesel engines and fuel injection systems.

* Be aware of safety rules and precautions related to the use of tools, vehicles, and equipment.

* Must be physically capable to sit/stand for periods up to 2 hours.

* Must be physically capable of passing DOT physical that includes alcohol & drug testing.

* Must have the ability to see colors.

* Must be able to perform heavy work, lifting to 70 pounds occasionally and up to (100) pounds on a rare basis.

* Must be able to stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/balance/climb and be in a face down position on a regular basis.

* Must be able to push/pull/grip/carry on a regular basis

* Walking long distances over uneven terrain

* Exposure to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basis.

* Must be able to work up to a height of (10 feet) from ladder and lifts.

* Must be able to step up/down a distance of 24 inches on level work surface.

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.