Railroad Signal Technician

Theuniversityunion; Englewood (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Laptop

Cell phone provided

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Theuniversityunion is seeking a Railroad Signal Maintainer in Englewood, FL. You will test, maintain, and improve grade crossing and wayside signal systems in compliance with FRA standards and CDL guidelines. This is a full-time role requiring reliability, initiative, and a strong safety mindset.

Travel within assigned territory, be on-call, and follow Blue Book testing procedures. You will handle wiring diagrams, relays, ladder logic, and basic electronics, while keeping records, reports, and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic electronics and electrical fundamentals with an emphasis in low-voltage AC & DC circuits and relay or ladder logic.
• Knowledge of rail operations and signaling principles, especially grade crossing warning systems and AEI readers.
• Strong time management and personal initiative; ability to work independently.
• Proficiency with a PC and MS Office products.
• High school diploma or GED; related HVAC/Avionics/PLC experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Test, maintain and improve grade crossing warning, AEI readers, and defect detectors.
• Follow FRA rules and CDL testing procedures (Blue Book).
• Keep accurate testing records, HOS forms, timesheets, and related documentation.
• Assist with special projects and team activities; work across territories as needed.
• Be on-call as required and respond to dispatch in a timely manner.

Skills

Electronics fundamentals

Electrical circuits (low voltage)

Reading wiring diagrams

Multimeter use

Rail signaling knowledge

Time management

MS Office

Team player

On-call readiness

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

PLC systems

MS Office

Job description

• Location Englewood FL,Englewood, FL, 34224,United States
• Base Pay $47,800.00 - $62,400.00 / Year
• Industry Signal Maintainer SGLR Sarasota FL
• Employee Type Full Time

Railroad Signal Maintainer in the Englewood, FL area

Incentives Include:

• Company vehicle, laptop, and cell phone provided.
• Wages are negotiable as per experience.

Benefits Include:

• Health, dental, vision, and 401-K plan.
• Employer paid long term disability and life insurance for all full-time employees.
• Paid holidays after 60 days of employment.

Summary

A Railroad Signal Maintainer for CDL is responsible for testing, maintaining and improving signal systems at grade crossings and way-side signal locations in accordance with FRA and CDL standards. Alacrity, Dependability, Pride, Ownership, Teamwork and having a Safety Mindset are the hallmarks of a top performer in this job class.

A signal maintainer will be evaluated in 5 basic areas:

• Safety
• Maintenance & Improvements
• Testing & Inspections
• Trouble Calls & Troubleshooting
• Team Player

Preferred Experiences:

• Knowledge of basic electronics and electrical fundamentals with an emphasis in low-voltage AC & DC circuits and relay or ladder logic. Must be able to read wiringdiagrams and use multi-meter.
• Knowledge of rail operations generally and railroad signaling principals specifically. Thefocus of a signal maintainer will be grade crossing warning systems, defect detectors andAEI readers and possibly radio communications.
• Signal maintaining is a largely independent job thus good time management and personalinitiative are essential.
• Must be proficient with a personal computer and the MS Office line of products.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent unless otherwise approved by uppermanagement.
• Relatable experience in HVAC, Avionics, Communications, Motor Control and PLCswill also be evaluated as requirements for the job. Responsible for testing, maintaining, and improving grade crossing warning, AEI, or defect detector systems on an assigned territory. Follow regulations and testing procedures as set forth in the Blue Book.
• Willing to be On-Call much of the time and respond to dispatch and supervisor Trouble Calls in a timely manner.
• Understand and comply with FRA rules and regulations around railroad signaling, including the Hours-of-Service Law.
• Be responsible for all paperwork and retention schedules. Paperwork can include testing records, HOS forms, timesheets, material handling forms and trouble tickets. The responsibility for complete and accurate testing records and HOS documentation may continue after separation from CDL; voluntary or involuntary.
• Foster good relationships with local railroad customers and supplier.
• Be a team player willing to help on other territories and railroads. Assist with special projects, when assigned.
• Responsible for the safety of themselves and those around them. Reports any unsafe conditions that may exist.
• Keep company vehicle, equipment, tools and meters in good working order, following all maintenance and calibration schedules.
• Responsible for implementing strategies to maximize profitability in their area of responsibility.
• Other duties assigned by leadership team.
• Demonstrate and attain CDL Core Values: SAFETY, PEOPLE, INTEGRITY, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND EXCELLENCE
• Demonstrate and attain CDL Core Focus: CUSTOMER SERVICE

Physical Demands:

• Standing, walking, bending, kneeling and/or sitting for long periods of time.
• Climbing ladders to reach ceilings and other high objects.
• Push/Pull/Lift/Moving 50 pounds repeatedly.