Commuter Rail Helper - Now Hiring

Responsible for preventive maintenance, inspections, and assisting other advanced-skilled employees in performing the running repair and heavy repair of all FrontRunner locomotives,  cab, and coach systems and subsystems including, electric over pneumatic doors, HVAC, couplers, passenger amenities, communications, air brakes, cab controls, electrical, and diesel engines.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years mechanical work experience and/or 1 year technical school/training.
• Knowledge and understanding of vehicle maintenance inspection and repair techniques.
• Knowledge of pneumatic, mechanical, and electronic theory and principles.
• Able to pass the standardized test (MET) and Commuter Rail Helper hands on test administered by UTA
• Demonstrate competence in computer systems and operations to include basic level skills on Outlook.
• Able to safely work on energized equipment up to 480 VAC and 600 VDC..
• Be able to acquire and maintain QMP certification.
• Able to be certified as a Qualified Maintenance Person for Locomotive as defined in CFR Title 49 part 238.Able to certify to operate forklift, crane, track mobile, boom lift, scissor lift, and other shop equipment.
•  Successful completion of training program and post-training qualification period.
• Candidates must provide required tools (initial tool list on day of hire with more extensive list to be acquired by the end of the probationary period).
• Able to communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, and customers and maintain good interpersonal relations both orally and over the radio.
• Able to use hand held radio according to proper protocol.
• Able to acquire and maintain DOT Medical card.
•  Have a valid Utah drivers license.
• Be a safe driver with no more than 4 moving violations in the past 3 years.
• Cannot have more than 1 violation of driving under the influence of alcohol, any drug, or the combined influence of any alcohol or any drug within the last 10 years.
• Able to perform physical requirements of the job to include walking long distances in a quick manner on uneven surfaces, lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs regularly and over 51 lbs occasionally on uneven surfaces, prolonged periods of standing, crawl and lay on uneven surfaces, able to work in tight and awkward positions, work outside in all weather conditions, able to safely work at heights above 16 feet, and constantly aware of surroundings.
• This job requires regular and predictable attendance.

Shift: 7:15pm - 5:45am with Sunday/Monday/Tuesday off*
           (*Shift & Days Off Subject to Change)

Pay Rate: $27.13 - $31.13 per hour plus $1.00 to $1.50 shift differential depending on shift, if applicable. This is a four-year wage progression.    

To Be Considered, Apply Before: September 23rd, 2026 by11:59 pm 

• Social Acumen Exhibiting strong Emotional Intelligence skills (self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship management). Relating comfortably with people across levels, functions, culture, and geography. Partnering with others to get work done. Navigating conflict. Seeking feedback without being defensive.
• Develops Self & Others Taking action to continuously improve. Accepting assignments that broaden capabilities. Placing a high priority on developing others. Developing others through coaching, feedback, exposure, and stretch assignments.
• Ensures Fairness Concerned with the welfare of others and expressing that concern on a personal level. Distributing resources fairly. Giving others a voice prior to reaching decisions that affect them. Reaching decisions through a fair process. Explaining to others why and how decisions were made that impact them.
• Safety Acting as a Safety Ambassador by working safely, complying with requirements and serving as an example to others. Wearing required personal protective equipment.
• Integrity Acting with honesty, strong ethics, and accountability and taking responsibility for actions and mistakes.
• Belonging Creating a culture where employees are seen, heard, valued and safe to be authentic.
• Teamwork Building strong teams that create an environment where everyones unique skills and perspectives contribute to shared purpose , connection and achievement of goals.
• Empowerment Creating a workplace environment where people are properly resourced and motivated to do their best in solving problems and taking ownership of their work.
• Accountability Taking ownership of self-actions, decisions and performance.

• Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance (eligible after 30 days of employment), with Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts.
• Health and Wellness Clinics for on-site medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, and dependent children.
• 14 days of paid time off (9 personal days and 5 vacation days). Increase in paid time off with tenure at UTA.
• 10 paid holidays and two paid (2) floating holidays per year.
• Retirement options - Pension Plan with 5-year vesting schedule and 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company matching.
• Generous tuition reimbursement for higher education, available for both bachelors and masters degree.
• Apprenticeship programs available as well as other training, development, and career advancement opportunities.
• Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and child placement (after 12 months of employment).
• Free transit passes for employee, spouse, and dependent children.
• Employee assistance program includes counseling, legal services, financial planning, etc.
• UTA Well a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals.
• Free on-site fitness facilities and discounted membership to VASA Fitness.