Railroad Signal Technician

Theuniversityunion; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle, laptop & cell phone

Health, dental, vision, 401-K

Long term disability & life insurance

Paid holidays after 60 days

Job summary

Theuniversityunion is seeking a Railroad Signal Maintainer to test, maintain and improve grade crossing and way-side signal systems in Minneapolis, MN, following FRA and CDL standards. You will be on-call for trouble calls and coordinate with dispatch while upholding safety and teamwork.

Preferred candidates possess electronics knowledge, rail signaling familiarity, strong time-management, and MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic electronics and electrical fundamentals with emphasis in low-voltage AC & DC circuits.
• Must be able to read wiring diagrams and use a multi-meter.
• Knowledge of rail operations and railroad signaling principles, especially grade crossings, AEI readers, and defect detectors.
• Good time management and personal initiative are essential.
• Proficient with MS Office and related software.

Responsibilities

• Test, maintain and improve grade crossing warning, AEI, or defect detector systems on an assigned territory.
• Follow regulations and testing procedures as set forth in the Blue Book.
• Be on-call and respond to dispatch and supervisor trouble calls promptly.
• Foster good relationships with local railroad customers and suppliers.
• Keep company vehicle, tools and meters in good working order and maintain records.

Skills

Electronics fundamentals

Electrical fundamentals

Read wiring diagrams

Multi-meter usage

MS Office proficiency

Time management

Team player

Rail signaling knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Multi-meter

Wiring diagrams

MS Office

Job description

• Base Pay $47,800.00 - $62,400.00 / Year
• Industry Signal Maintainer Minneapolis, MN
• Employee Type Full Time

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. The focus 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 personal initiative 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 upper management.
• Relatable experience in HVAC, Avionics, Communications, Motor Control and PLCs will 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.