Electrician

Wabtec Corporation; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare plans

Retirement plans

Possible annual bonus

Job summary

Wabtec Careers is looking for a Locomotive Electrician based in West Wareham, MA. This role involves performing testing and troubleshooting electrical systems, reading schematics, and operating electrical equipment. Candidates should have five years of experience in heavy equipment maintenance and a solid understanding of locomotive repair. The compensation ranges from $30 to $35 per hour, with benefits including health and retirement plans. Applications may require exposure to various environmental conditions.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience with heavy equipment maintenance essential.
• Preferred diesel engines and propulsion experience in large industries.
• Capability to lift or move up to 50 pounds and work in awkward positions.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and troubleshoot electrical and pneumatic systems.
• Read and understand electrical schematics.
• Operate electrical test equipment.

Skills

Experience with heavy equipment maintenance

Understanding of locomotive maintenance and repair

Ability to read and comprehend instructions

Mathematical skills

Reasoning ability

Physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds

Job description

Job Title

Locomotive Electrician

Location

West Wareham, MA – will travel to project sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and troubleshoot electrical and pneumatic systems.
• Read electrical and pneumatic schematics.
• Operate electrical test equipment.
• Design basic electrical circuits.
• Install electrical components.
• Run and terminate wiring.
• Cut, crimp, and install cabling.
• Pull wire harnessed through conduit.
• Drill and tap holes.
• Clean, sandblast and paint old parts.
• Disassemble and assemble locomotive parts and subassemblies.
• Understand and apply FRA rules (training provided).
• Interact with customers (minimal) and collaborate with teammates.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience building and/or maintaining heavy equipment and strong understanding of locomotive maintenance and repair; manufacturing experience a plus.
• Preferred experience with diesel engines, propulsion and pneumatics in large industry sectors such as rail, agriculture, mining, or marine.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, write simple correspondence, and present information effectively in one‑on‑one and small group settings.
• Mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, rate, ratio, percentage calculations and interpreting bar graphs.
• Reasoning ability to apply instructions in written, oral or diagram form and handle problems with several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Physical capability to lift or move up to 50 pounds, work in awkward positions, and use hands and arms frequently.
• Close, color, peripheral and depth vision as well as ability to adjust focus.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The position requires frequent use of hands, standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling. Work may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, extreme temperatures, electrical shock, vibrations and noise levels above 85 decibels; hearing protection and other personal protective equipment will be required.

Compensation and Benefits

Hourly pay range: $30.00 – $35.00. Salary is based on training, experience, education, business needs and location. Benefits include health, welfare and retirement plans. Additional benefits such as annual bonus may be offered.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wabtec is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. The company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Accessibility and Accommodations

For individuals with a disability or special needs that may require accommodation to perform the role, please let us know. Wabtec maintains a culture of inclusion and supports workers who need reasonable adjustments.