Technical Trainer - Rail

Description

SALARY

$85,287.53

POSITION SUMMARY

Instructs, develops, revises and evaluates new and existing training programs conducted for Rail Maintenance personnel involved primarily in the following fields : computer network troubleshooting and analysis, IGBT Power electronics troubleshooting and analysis, hydraulics theory and application, and Communications Technology including : Voice over IP, analog-digital conversion, and video.

Qualifications

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Instructs training programs and oversees performance and written testing of students undergoing training and supervises the training of students in shops and other work areas. Includes periodic instruction of management personnel. Training programs will pertain to computer network troubleshooting and analysis, IGBT Power electronics troubleshooting and analysis, hydraulics theory and application, and / or Communications Technology including : Voice over IP, analog-digital conversion, and video.
• Develops training programs, instructor guideline manuals and all handout materials including illustrative artwork, photography, videotapes, etc. Develops training, retraining, pilot and special programs in the functional areas listed in the Position Summary.
• Researches maintenance manuals, service bulletins or OSHA and related Federally mandated legislation to develop training programs related to one of the above functional areas.
• Conducts task analyses and interviews with technically knowledgeable personnel, vendors and contractors within and outside of the Authority and interacts with various supervisory personnel regarding the information necessary in the development of training programs.
• Researches and recommends purchase of training aids, training methodologies and techniques.
• Performs ongoing analysis of the training needs of the Rail Maintenance Department relative to the 5000-series rail cars.
• Monitors training sessions and identifies materials for revision.
• Develops and administers evaluation of existing programs to determine effectiveness of training program content and teaching methodology.
• May perform the duties of the Senior Training Specialist / Instructor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to this position may include the following jobs :

Job Title

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CHALLENGES

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

WORKING CONDITIONS

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS UTILIZED

Additional Details Employees and / or union members will be given priority consideration in the hiring process, per the applicable labor contracts.

Final salary will be determined in part by the qualifications of the selected candidate and may be higher or lower than target.

Applicants, if hired,must comply with CTA's residency ordinance.

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.

During the hiring process, CTA's Human Resources department will contact candidates with next steps . Failure to respond to these correspondences in a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out for non-responsiveness.

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Primary Location

: USA-Illinois-Chicago

Job

: Training and Instruction

Job Posting

: Oct 17, 2025, 4 : 31 : 14 PM

Position Type : Full-time Permanent (FTP)