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Intern - Facilities & Fleet Maintenance

Salary

$17.28 Hourly

Location

California 90065, CA

Job Type

Intern

Job Number

23-2400141

Department

Facilities & Fleet Maintenance

Opening Date

10/11/2024

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SUMMARY

The Metrolink Internship program is a unique opportunity for current college students to gain real world experience, work with industry leaders and exercise practical application of academic studies within our agency. We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven individual to join our Facilities & Fleet Maintenance department. Recently, the department adopted a new maintenance request system. The Intern-Facilities & Fleet Maintenance will support the system implementation and integration, develop custom reports, audit data, and utilize systems like Tableau to create dashboards.

The ideal candidate will be a hard-working self-starter who will help our team develop innovative solutions that improve our customers' experiences. They will demonstrate a professional demeanor, work well with others, and possess proficient Excel skills and strong written and verbal communication abilities.

PROGRAM TERM:

This position will be limited to working no more than 19 hours each workweek. Hours may increase for short periods of time but may not exceed 40 hours in a work week and any hours that exceed the 19 hours must be approved in advance. The internship may continue as long as the student is enrolled in school, and total hours worked each fiscal year (July 1 – June 30) does not exceed 999 hours.

TO APPLY: This is a continuous recruitment, with the first review of applications beginning October 25, 2024. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities.

• Performs a variety of administrative support duties such as conducting research, gathering data, preparing spreadsheets, and other similar functions.

• Uses a computer to input and maintain records, correct databases, create reports and integrate forms.

• May conduct field visits for inventory and asset assessment.

• Evaluates programs and processes to recommend improvements.

• Provides assistance on special projects.

• Performs other duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Education and Experience

• Metrolink internship candidates must be currently enrolled in a college, university, educational institution, vocational school, or program with a degree in Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering), or a related field.

• Must be at least 16 years of age.

• Valid Class “C” Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record of no more than two (2) moving violations and no DUI’s within the last three years.

• Must complete applicable safety trainings if selected.

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability

• Ability to adapt and learn department policies, procedures, and new technologies.

• Ability to handle multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines with successful outcomes.

• Demonstrate strong and effective organizational and time management skills.

• Strong and effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.

• Demonstrate a commitment to public service and our shared values.

• Ability to work independent of supervisor and be motivated to complete work with speed and accuracy.

• Knowledge or understanding of Tableau, MS-SQL BI stack, and leveraging the API preferred.

• Prior successful work experience in a fast-paced environment preferred.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Transition between a stationary position at a desk or work location and move about Metrolink facilities or other work site locations.

• Operate tools to perform the duties of the position, such as computers, office equipment and work-related machinery.

• Transport equipment or boxes up to 25lbs.

• Exchange ideas by means of communication.

• Visual acuity to detect, identify and observe employees or train movement and any barriers to movement when working on or near railroad tracks.

• Hear and perceive the nature of sounds when working on or near railroad tracks.

• Balance, ascend/descend, climb, kneel, stoop, bend, crouch or crawl within assigned working conditions and or locations.

Working Conditions

Position requires work in a normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, or temperature. Work may also be conducted in outdoor environments, at construction sites, Railroad Track and Right-of-Way environments, and warehouse environments, with possible exposure to individuals who are hostile or irate, moving mechanical parts, and loud noises (85+ decibels, such as heavy trucks, construction, etc.)

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Selection Process:

Following a review of resumes and/or applications, the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Eligible applicants will be notified of the exact time and place of assessments and interview. Candidates will be interviewed to determine their relative knowledge, skills and ability in job related areas. Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a reference check, including degree verification and criminal records check provided through SCRRA.

Internal Candidates: Employees with active discipline as defined in the HR Policy No. 5.3 Positive Discipline Program and/or with performance that does not meet the standard for "meets expectations" as defined in the Performance Planning and Appraisal Process may be precluded from consideration and placement in the position.

Southern California Regional Rail Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the SCRRA will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

TRANSPORTATION PASSES:

SCRRA provides a no cost Metrolink ticket or a subsidy up to the cost of the highest cost Metro monthly pass (currently $352) for the purchase of another public transportation pass.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP):

SCRRA offers you and your immediate and dependent family members confidential counseling 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for family, personal, work-related and substance abuse issues through the EAP. You are entitled to a telephone session(s) with a trained EAP professional to assess the nature of the problem and provide a referral for additional assistance, if needed. Services also include three (3) face-to-face counseling sessions per family member per six (6) month period.

01

What is your current college enrollment status?

• Currently attending 1st or 2nd year of college

• Currently attending 3rd or 4th year of college

• Currently attending graduate school

• I am not currently enrolled.

  02

  What courses have you taken that are most relevant to this internship?

  03

  What are your career goals?

  04

  Please describe your experience with data analysis.

  05

  Which tool(s) have you used for data analysis in a project?

• Excel

• Tableau

• MS-SQL

• Other

  06

  If you answered "Other" in question #4, please provide the program(s) used for data analysis.

  07

  What is your experience with database management systems?

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Agency

Southern California Regional Rail Authority

Address

900 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 1500 Los Angeles, California, 90017

Website

http://www.metrolinktrains.com

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