Rail Signal Maintenance Technician Assistant

Chicago Transit Authority; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CTA Benefits

Job summary

Chicago Transit Authority is seeking a Signal Maintainer in Chicago, IL to assist in the maintenance of rail signal interlocking and related equipment. Responsibilities include supporting the Signal Maintainer, performing electrical and mechanical upkeep, and helping with testing of carborne signal equipment.

The role requires knowledge of electrical/electronic theory, an Illinois driver's license, and appropriate technical credentials.

Qualifications

• Must pass drug and alcohol testing as mandated by the Federal Transportation Administration.
• Must have education or equivalent electrical/electronic principles and theory.
• Must possess a valid Illinois Driver's License.
• Must possess an Associate's Degree or be enrolled in an Associate's Degree program or possess a Certificate in electronics, electrical/electronic technology or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must pass applicable knowledge based tests.

Responsibilities

• Maintains signal interlocking as directed by the Signal Maintainer.
• Assists the Signal Maintainer with duties requiring two persons such as operating the train, testing carborne signal equipment or replacing broken gate arms.
• Performs a variety of duties such as changing electrical components, repairing/replacing broken mechanical components or performing general maintenance on signal facilities.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Signal maintenance

Blueprint reading

Electrical testing equipment

Tools proficiency

Problem solving

Education

Associate level electronics

Electronics certificate

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Chicago Transit Authority is seeking a Signal Maintainer in Chicago, IL to assist in the maintenance of rail signal interlocking and related equipment. Responsibilities include supporting the Signal Maintainer, performing electrical and mechanical upkeep, and helping with testing of carborne signal equipment.

The role requires knowledge of electrical/electronic theory, an Illinois driver's license, and appropriate technical credentials.