Rail Services Technician

System One, Inc.; Landover Hills (MD); On-site; USD 33,062 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) plan participation

Job summary

A leading staffing solutions company is seeking a Rail Services Technician in Landover Hills, MD. The candidate will perform highly skilled installation, repair, and troubleshooting in a mechanical and electrical context. Applicants should possess strong troubleshooting abilities and effective communication skills, along with at least 2-3 years of industrial maintenance experience. This position offers competitive compensation and a direct hire opportunity.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years industrial maintenance related experience.
• Strong skills in mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment troubleshooting.
• Previous Rolling Stock experience would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting, repairing, and installation of equipment.
• Layout, assemble, test, and install apparatus working from schematics.
• Verify specifications by measuring/testing completed components.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical skills

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical school certification

Job description

Job Title: Rail Services Technician
Location: Landover Hills, NY
Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $24 - $35 hourly
Contractor Work Model: Onsite

Overview

The successful candidate will have previous knowledge within a maintenance and engineering environment, be an effective communicator, and be willing to assist with additional duties, as necessary. Employee performs highly skilled installation, repair and troubleshooting work involved with mechanical and electrical assemblies.

Functional Description

• Responsible for troubleshooting, repairing and installation of equipment.
• Layout, assemble, test, and install apparatus and equipment, working from blueprints schematics, sketches, verbal instructions and other specifications.
• Preparation of the job to be accomplished by studying any document related but not limited to assembly instructions, FMIs, blueprint specifications, as well as having a good understanding of parts lists, subassemblies, tools, and materials.
• Align, fit and assemble component parts, using hand tools, power tools, measuring tools and blueprints.
• Verify specifications by measuring/testing completed components.
• Install, repair and service specialized mechanical equipment, machinery, panels as well as wiring/harnesses.
• Other duties as required and assigned.

Training & Education Required

• High School diploma or GED, Technical school or associated certifications preferred.
• Minimum of 2-3 years industrial maintenance related experience.
• Previous Rolling Stock experience would be a plus.

Initial Training

• Quality system
• Occupational Hazards Prevention System
• Railway Safety Management System
• Human Resources Policies

Qualifications & Requirements

• Ability to work in a high pressure environment.
• Ability to work varying work shifts (1st, 2nd and 3rd).
• Must have strong skills in mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment troubleshooting.
• Must have strong troubleshooting and blueprint schematics reading skills.
• Must be self‑motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills essential for day to day operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word and Excel).
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Safety Requirements

• Shall report all injuries/illnesses to their supervisor that occur at work, the day of the incident.
• Shall report any unsafe conditions that are identified in their respective work area to their supervisor.
• Shall comply with all client safety policies, procedures and requirements that are communicated to them, including Job Safety Analysis (JSA) procedures.
• Shall wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that is communicated and supplied to them.
• Shall keep their respective work area clean and orderly at all times.
• Shall attend all client required training as soon as possible before the start of their assigned work.
• Shall NOT operate any client equipment (forklifts, cranes, scissor lifts) until certified to do so.

About Us

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.