Testing Engineer I
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Chicago
Posted on: October 19, 2024
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Job Description:
DescriptionSALARY$47.10POSITION SUMMARYInvestigates electrical
and mechanical problems as they relate to facilities maintenance
equipment. Provides technical support to various departments within
facilities engineering and maintenance.QualificationsPRIMARY
RESPONSIBILITIES1 Tests and calibrates various electrical devices
and equipment in substations, subways, and other Facilities
Maintenance Sections.2 Investigates and diagnoses both AC and DC
problems related to electrical conversion, distribution, and
control systems within the facilities owned or operated by the
Authority.3 Modifies the Authority's existing equipment, and
revises blueprints and schematic diagrams to show the design
changes.4 Designs and modifies programs related to microprocessor
controlled equipment.5 Reviews specifications and prints for new
equipment.6 Investigates causes of electrolysis on cables,
pipelines, storage tanks, and other underground structures.7
Researches and specifies hardware pertinent to the maintenance
environment.8 Evaluates and develops software for the Authority's
maintenance purposes.9 Performs related duties as
assigned.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESReporting to this position may
include the following jobs:Job Title --- NoneCHALLENGES ---
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS --- Required to submit to and
pass drug and alcohol testing as mandated by the Federal
Transportation Administration. --- Must possess a valid Illinois
Driver's License and have access to an automobile. --- Must pass
applicable written examinations, and must pass a physical exam and
perform the physical activities associated with this position. ---
Required to have a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a
combination of education, training, and experience relating to this
position.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS --- Must be fully vaccinated agains
Covid 19 --- Most of work is performed while standing or walking.
--- Lifts and carries testing instruments weighing up to 50
pounds.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES --- Working knowledge of
electrical theory and its application to the testing and
troubleshooting of electrical and electronic apparatus and
components. --- Working knowledge and theoretical and practical
understanding of electromechanical functions. --- Working knowledge
of operating principles of electrical apparatus routinely tested.
--- Working knowledge of the theory and design of logic circuits.
--- Working knowledge of microprocessor theory and its application
to equipment controls. --- Working knowledge of the Authority's
Electrical Distribution system and substation electrical drainage
systems. --- Intermediate AutoCAD skills. --- Ability to accurately
draw, read, interpret, and modify schematic diagrams and
blueprints. --- Ability to communicate clearly and comprehensively,
both orally and in written reports. --- Ability to operate and
utilize user-friendly data processing systems and equipment.WORKING
CONDITIONS --- Works in close proximity to electrical apparatus,
which is energized in excess of 12,000 volts AC and 600 volts DC.
--- Works out of doors, in substations and other facilities
throughout the CTA system. --- Works in a laboratory or office
environment. --- Works near moving trains and other vehicular
traffic.EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS UTILIZED --- Electrical and
mechanical tools and instruments as needed.Additional
DetailsEmployees and/or union members will be given priority
consideration in the hiring process, per the applicable labor
contracts.Rate to be determined by applicant's entered service date
and service date in union jurisdiction of this classification.CTA
IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.No employee or applicant for
employment will be discriminated against because of race, color,
creed, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual
orientation, ancestry, age, unfavorable military discharge,
disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or
local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification
exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for
our workforce and supporting the communities we serve. CTA will
make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of
otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its
employees, unless undue hardship would result. If you require an
accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact
arc@transitchicago.com prior to the submission of your application
or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with
you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.TO BE
CONSIDERED APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN THEIR ENTIRETY
INCLUDING:
INFORMATION PROVIDED MUST BE ACCURATE AND TRUTHFUL. Failure to
respond to correspondences during the hiring process in a timely
fashion may result in your application being closed out for
non-responsiveness. CTA
Benefitshttps://www.transitchicago.com/hrbenefits/
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