Maintenance Technician I

About Sperry:

Sperry Rail is on a mission-critical journey to revolutionize the Rail Flaw Detection industry. Through the continuous development of cutting-edge diagnostic technologies and AI-assisted analysis, we are transforming railway safety worldwide. Our global engineering teams work collaboratively to develop step-change technologies that define Sperry as the unparalleled market leader.

For nearly a century, we have repeatedly modernized and improved rail diagnostics through our relentless pursuit of improvement. Determined is an understatement. We are obsessed with advancing science and raising the bar on what’s possible with our ever-improving suite of products and service offerings.

Emboldened through the shared values of honesty, accountability, passion, integrity, and teamwork, we are driven by the challenge and bridging concepts with fruition. Each technologist entering Sperry imprints themselves into our brand and further galvanizes a culture of innovation and advancement. Allow us to be clear, Thought Leaders are welcome!

We are agile and hungry and invite those with similar passions to join us in challenging the status quo and bringing new ideas to the market. Fast-paced, high-touch with a distinct sense of purpose. We offer more than a job; we offer an opportunity to be part of something different.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Support level position, working under indirect supervision of an experienced hands on technician for heavy equipment. May have supervisory duties over projects or personnel. On-site electrically minded mechanic to repair, maintain, rehab, and upgrade Sperry systems on across vehicle fleet. Shop based with up to 50% travel to perform urgent repairs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Follow company safety policies in both the shop and the field.

· Repair and maintain field vehicles, Rail bound, HI Rail and related equipment/ components, perform field order repairs, inspection, adjustments and troubleshoots maintenance issues.

· Report/record the condition of vehicles. (Audits)

· Fabrication and modification of new or existing equipment when required.

· Ensure, vehicle & equipment meets safety and quality compliance standards, participate in safety, health and environmental programs.

· Performs maintenance related special projects as required.

· Ensure all work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.

· Perform vehicle audits and log work orders.

· Work under limited supervision following procedures to complete assigned tasks

· Diagnose and repair controls systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems and electrical repairs.

· Dynamic component repairs and routine maintenance

· Generator repairs and maintenance

· Responding to service calls and emergency breakdowns

· Maintain clean workspace and monitor inventory levels to ensure adequate resources to perform required tasks

· Conduct routine safety checks on all vehicles and equipment

· Identifies and completes repairs identified on Vehicle audits

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC/NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

· Education: High School Diploma/GED

· 2 years electrical experience

· 2 years truck mechanical experience

· Ability to read wiring diagrams and assembly drawings

· Mechanical experience with work equipment, heavy trucks

· Participate in after hours on call rotation

· Skills/Competencies: Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

· Maintain a relationship with the customer and follow up on all customer complaints. Always maintain a professional and positive attitude toward employees and customers.

· Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License (CDL B) or equivalent

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/SCOPE:

· Interacts at all levels within organization.

· Interacts with customers personnel.

· Interacts across departmental boundaries.

· Scope: Actions may have impact on customer relationships and financial condition of the Company.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Reports to Assigned facility. 

Travel for maintenance related issues can require up to 50 % travel.

SAFETY COMPLIANCE:

Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe work environment.  Report any safety violations or fault conditions to supervisor.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

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