Substation Maintainer Trainee (0713) - CTD

Category: Electrical Maintenance (power dist./signals/comm)

Facility: Midvale

City: Philadelphia

Date: Mar 28, 2025

Req ID: 6404

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The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is the sixth largest transportation system in the United States, with a vast network of fixed route services including bus, subway/elevated, trackless trolley, light rail, and commuter rail serving a 2,200 square mile service region. SEPTA has become an integral force in the economic success of the Philadelphia region, providing an efficient and reliable source of transportation.

We are seeking candidates for the position of Substation Maintainer Trainee (0713) - CTD in the MOW/Power Department

OVERALL DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, serves in a trainee role and provides Electrical Maintenance services all traction power equipment, traction power switchgear, switches, transfer switches, distribution panels, alarm system systems, battery chargers and emergency diesel motor alternators.

Compensation Data

Starting Wage - $37.11/hr.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Services all traction power equipment in all substations within the jurisdiction of the Substation Maintenance Foreman.
Services various types of DC traction power switchgear in shops, depots, car houses, remote rooms, and switchgear in Walnut Locust switchgear room. Services AC and DC circuit breaker test fixtures.
Services automatic transfer switches, auxiliary transfer distribution panels and medium voltage fused or non-fused disconnect switches.
Services all substation alarm systems.
Service electrical and manual cranes, as well as, raceways (NEC Article 100), such as conduits, boxes, fittings, wireways, cable trays, etc.
Services DC battery chargers, and emergency diesel motor alternators.
Complies with all Authority and departmental safety and security policies and procedures as well as all applicable job safety responsibilities. Reports any safety concerns, compromises or hazards affecting operations, the public, self and/or other employees. Responsible for personal safety and is encouraged to promote the safety of others.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Must have a minimum of 2 years technical training and/or work experience from an Electrical or Electronics craft.
Must be able to work from circuit drawings.
Must be High School graduate or equivalent.
Must have valid PA driver's license or equivalent.
Must satisfactorily complete written qualification test as required at SEPTA's Test Center. .

Complies with all Authority and departmental safety and security policies and procedures as well as all applicable job safety responsibilities. Reports any safety concerns, compromises or hazards affecting operations, the public, self and/or other employees. Responsible for personal safety and is encouraged to promote the safety of others.

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BENEFITS

SEPTA offers a comprehensive benefits and retirement program for ALL employees, including:

Medical – Minimal annual premium contribution

Benefit plans with No Employee annual premium contribution:

Prescription
Dental

Vision

Additional benefits we offer:

Pension Plan / Retirement Savings

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Voluntary Governmental 457B Deferred Comp Plan

Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
SEPTA Transportation Pass – FREE travel on all SEPTA modes of transportation

SEPTA employees qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

SEPTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.