Mobile Rail Signal Technician & Installer

Watco Transloading; Great Bend, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid on-the-job training

Watco University training programs

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

Watco Transloading is seeking a Signal Maintainer to inspect, service, and install railroad signal and crossing systems as part of a mobile crew. The role requires traveling to multiple sites and working safely in field conditions alongside a team of professionals.

The ideal candidate will have experience with electrical and mechanical systems, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to interpret wiring plans while prioritizing safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in railroad signal maintenance or related technical field preferred.
• Ability to read technical documents and wiring schematics.
• Strong safety mindset and attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel extensively with a mobile crew.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install railroad signal and crossing systems.
• Work with electrical, mechanical, and electronic components in field conditions.
• Travel to various locations and comply with safety procedures.

Skills

Railroad signaling

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Team communication

Safety focus

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Meters

Test equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Watco Transloading is seeking a Signal Maintainer to inspect, service, and install railroad signal and crossing systems as part of a mobile crew. The role requires traveling to multiple sites and working safely in field conditions alongside a team of professionals.

The ideal candidate will have experience with electrical and mechanical systems, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to interpret wiring plans while prioritizing safety.