Rail Electrical Technician – Locomotives & Coaches

Keolis Commuter Services; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Keolis Commuter Services is seeking a mechanical electrician to inspect, install, service, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems on locomotives and coaches. The role emphasizes prompt completion of electrical duties and related tasks within a unionized environment.

The position requires strong adherence to safety rules, ability to work across shifts, and travel across Massachusetts and Rhode Island as needed. Starting pay rate is $40.75 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with electro-mechanical systems and troubleshooting preferred.
• Ability to work with AC/DC electrical current at varying voltages.
• Understand safety hazards with large batteries, capacitors, etc.

Responsibilities

• Installs, inspects, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical circuits in locomotives and passenger coaches.
• Reads and interprets electrical schematics.
• Complies with FRA, OSHA, MBTA, KCS, and other authorities.
• Maintains effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, vendors, and staff.
• Communicates across disciplines with internal and external teams.
• Performs other duties as assigned and reports hazards.

Skills

Electrical systems installation

Electrical troubleshooting

Electrical schematics reading

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Keolis Commuter Services is seeking a mechanical electrician to inspect, install, service, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems on locomotives and coaches. The role emphasizes prompt completion of electrical duties and related tasks within a unionized environment.

The position requires strong adherence to safety rules, ability to work across shifts, and travel across Massachusetts and Rhode Island as needed. Starting pay rate is $40.75 per hour.