PSG (Platform Screen Gates) Technician

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Vacation

Training and Development opportunities

Job summary

Hitachi Rail Honolulu JV is seeking a PSG Technician to perform routine and preventive maintenance on Platform Screen Gates equipment in Pearl City, Hawaii. The role requires attention to detail, ability to interpret schematics, and familiarity with safety procedures for transit systems.

The position offers a full-time schedule with shift rotation, weekends, and holidays typical of major infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in electronic equipment maintenance.
• Ability to use common and specialized tools and test equipment.
• Knowledge of safety rules for lock-out protection when working on the line.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on PSG equipment.
• Inspect PSG components to detect potential failures.
• Repair PSG malfunctions and document actions taken.
• Operate testing equipment and record results and data.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules and project procedures.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Test equipment use

Schematics reading

Driver's license

Tools

Multimeter

Insulation tester

Job description

Location: Pearl City, Hawaii, United States

Company Name: HITACHI RAIL HONOLULU JV

Profession (Job Category): Production & Skilled Trades

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Job Description

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated PSG (Platform Screen Gates) Technician to work on our Honolulu Rail Project. As the successful candidate, your ideas for continuous improvement and creativity are welcome. The position is based in Pearl City, HI.

Accountabilities

• Performs routine, preventive and unscheduled maintenance, inspection, adjustments, testing, cleaning, lubrication and proper maintenance on assigned PSG (Platform Screen Gates) equipment in accordance with wiring diagrams, schematics, operations and maintenance manuals.
• Observes PSG system components and devices in operation to detect potential failures and locate causes of malfunction.
• Responds to PSG malfunctions completing repairs as assigns.
• Uses electronic test equipment and other specialized tools as required.
• Completes assigned operational, equipment failure, safety, and other reports as required.
• Participates in training programs as required.
• Complies with Safety Rules, Operating Rulebook, and first-aid procedures.
• The role requires flexibility and efficiency which require shift rotation weekends and holidays work typical of major infrastructure projects and operating transit systems.
• The role requires to work close proximity to the third rail frequently request Red Tag, LOTOs and hot stick application.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Ensure the execution of assigned maintenance reports and inspection tasks.
• Ensure recording and documenting maintenance and diagnostic data.
• Support in performing substation fault diagnosis, inspection, testing, modification, maintenance, and repair.
• Maintain and produce accurate maintenance records, equipment performance, work accomplished, and other information using a computerized maintenance management system.
• Ensure that the corrective and preventative maintenance tasks are executed in compliance with the company safety policy and local regulations.
• Drive work vehicles when responding to emergencies and when required on duty.
• Ensure the maintenance tools and equipment are calibrated and in good condition.
• Ensure the execution of simple failure analysis and technical investigation.
• Perform additional job duties on unrelated systems included but not limited to electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic controlled systems in accordance with training and qualifications.

Required Education/Skills

• 1-3 years experience in electronic equipment maintenance
• Ability to use common and specialized tools and test equipment.
• Knowledge of, or the ability to attain knowledge of the safety rules regarding lock-out protection while working on the line and the rules governing the protection of traffic.
• Ability to use and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, operations manuals, manufacturers' maintenance instructions, Operating Rulebook, etc., and to comprehend the operations and maintenance of PSG system.
• Must have a valid US state's driver's license
• Note: In accordance with the DOT’s FRA and FTA programs, Hitachi’s substance screening program tests pre‑employment candidates and current employees, as required for safety‑sensitive positions.

Bargaining Unit: IBEW Local 1186

Starting pay: $27.42

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Medical Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Training and Development opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.