Signal Maintainer

Job description

Job ID: 19070
Benefits Offering  
RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives.

We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.


Base Pay Range: $25- $35/ hour, depending on experience
DRIVERS LICENSE REQUIRED
Position Summary



The Signal maintainer installs, inspects, tests, alters and repairs the railroad signal systems in an assigned territory.

Repair various types of railroad signal equipment including all-electric, electro-pneumatic, all relay and mechanical interlocking machines, centralized traffic control machines, electronic code systems, train identity systems, microprocessors, switch machines, automated train stops, color light signals, highway grade warning systems, and related power and control equipment.


Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties
+ Perform advanced, quality railroad signal maintenance work in accordance with accepted professional practices, including the general code of operating rules, to ensure optimum performance of railroad signal systems and public and personal safety.



+ Respond to trouble calls reported on railroad crossing failures.



+ Evaluate patterns of railroad signal system failures and site engineering activities.

Make appropriate corrections and/or recommend appropriate system improvements in a manner that optimizes available resources.



+ Comply with company policy and Federal and State rules and regulations governing work activities including those issued by Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).



+ Complete required documentation including work reports and hours of service logs in an accurate and timely manner.



+ Maintain awareness of customers' requirements.

Notify Signal Supervisor, Lead Maintainer or Manager of present and future concerns of our customers.



+ Work together to promote teamwork with fellow Signal Maintainers, construction crews and coworkers by communicating mutual concerns and providing appropriate relief.



+ Perform other related duties and overtime as required.


General/Other Responsibilities and Duties
+ Encourage and perpetuate a culture of TEAMWORK, safety and respect for every employee.



+ Apply and adhere to the Quality Systems and Processes that allow the delivery of quality products and services to both internal and external customers.



+ Develop and maintain professional development activities to continually improve technical, supervisory and human relations skills.


Required Skills and Qualifications
+ High School Diploma or GED.



+ Preferred: Successful completion of Classroom Signal Training which was sponsored by a qualified organization.



+ Preferred: Associate Degree in Electronics or equivalent technical background gained through military or on-the-job training.



+ Preferred: Previous maintenance experience.



+ 2 years’ railroad maintenance and signal crew experience on a construction crew of which at least six months must be in relief maintenance activities.



+ Previous experience repairing and troubleshooting switch machines, electric lock mechanisms, ATS inductors, coded track circuits, event recorders, testing relays, interlocking plants, ABS and CTC signal systems.



+ Possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record

+ Pass pre-employment drug screen and ongoing drug and alcohol screening as required by federal regulatory agencies

+ Must have working knowledge of motion sensors and predictors.



+ AFTAC and AFO, DC and AC/DC type warning devices and circuits.



+ Must have pole climbing experience.



+ Knowledge and skills that represent a high degree of proficiency in the signaling craft.



+ Working knowledge of public and personal safety.



+ Have self-motivation, organization, trouble-shooting and planning skills

+ Show initiative and able to work effectively with little direction

+ Positively adapt to changes in responsibilities when changes occur

+ Work effectively with little direction

+ Work effectively with others including general public, customers, safety officials and coworkers.



+ Ability to perform under stress when confronted with critical, emergency, unusual or dangerous situations or situations in which sustained attention is a make or break aspect of the job.


Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
+ Work 8 hour shift during normal business hours and be available on nights and weekends to answer trouble calls and respond to trouble calls to assigned territory within two hours

+ Outside environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold.



+ Hazards include a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, natural/methane gas, working on scaffolding or high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.



+ Bend body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.



+ Stand for sustained periods of time.



+ Use upper extremities to press against something with force or pull.



+ Express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word.

Convey detailed or important spoken instructions or explanations to other workers or customers accurately, loudly or quickly.



+ Distinguish colors; perceive depths and read blueprints and other written documents.



+ Receive detailed information through oral communication and make fine discriminations in sound.



+ Perform heavy lifting-over 100 Ib. /over 50 lb.

frequently/over 20 lb.

constantly.




RailWorks is North America’s leading track and transit system experts for over 100 years and with 45 offices across the U.S. and Canada.

We take on challenging projects every day and our success rely on a collaborative and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity.

We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.

RailWorks also offers opportunities to grow your career, develop your skills and pursue success.

 
This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position.

There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.


RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual’s sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.

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