Light Rail Signals & Communications Lead - Flexible Hours

Keolis North America Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Telecommuting options

RRSP matching

Vacation entitlement

Community impact initiatives

Job summary

Keolis North America Inc. is seeking a maintenance technician to test, inspect, and maintain signals and communications systems in a light rail environment. You will verify operation, troubleshoot issues, and perform corrective actions to keep systems reliable.

The role requires high school graduation and 3 years in a related field; electronics/railroad certification is a plus. You must be able to read drawings, handle physical work, and work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Post-secondary electronics/railroad signals education or certifications is a plus.
• At least 3 years in a related field is required.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Safety minded, physically capable, and able to work outdoors in any weather.

Responsibilities

• Test, inspect and maintain signals and communications systems in a light rail environment.
• Verify proper operation of systems and equipment.
• Investigate locate problems and take corrective action.
• Perform maintenance to ensure equipment operates as intended.
• Replace defective signal components on urgent or planned basis.
• Operate on-track and highway vehicles as required.
• Document and report all required information.
• Collaborate with other maintenance groups.
• Support snow removal and grass maintenance; participate in rotating 24/7 coverage.

Skills

Safety minded

Read and interpret drawings

Ability to climb ladders

Physical labour (60 lbs)

Work outdoors in all weather

Education

High school graduation

Post-secondary electronics/railroad signals education or certification (asset)

Job description

Keolis North America Inc. is seeking a maintenance technician to test, inspect, and maintain signals and communications systems in a light rail environment. You will verify operation, troubleshoot issues, and perform corrective actions to keep systems reliable.

The role requires high school graduation and 3 years in a related field; electronics/railroad certification is a plus. You must be able to read drawings, handle physical work, and work outdoors in all weather conditions.