Railroad Signal Technician – Mobile Maintenance Pro

Watco; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Leadership development programs

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Watco is seeking a Signal Maintainer to inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install railroad signal and crossing systems. This role supports a mobile maintenance crew, traveling to various locations to ensure safe operation of signal equipment.

You will work with electrical, mechanical, and electronic components, follow safety procedures, and contribute to reliable rail operations across sites.

Qualifications

• Experience in railroad signal maintenance or related technical field preferred.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Strong safety focus and attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel and work varied hours.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance, repair, and inspection of railroad signal and crossing systems.
• Travel with mobile maintenance crew to support operations.
• Follow safety rules, blueprints, FRA and company standards.
• Utilize meters, testing equipment, and hand tools to perform work.
• Assist with testing and commissioning of signal systems.

Skills

Railroad signal maintenance

Electrical work

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Safety focus

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Test equipment

Power tools

Multimeter

Job description

Watco is seeking a Signal Maintainer to inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install railroad signal and crossing systems. This role supports a mobile maintenance crew, traveling to various locations to ensure safe operation of signal equipment.

You will work with electrical, mechanical, and electronic components, follow safety procedures, and contribute to reliable rail operations across sites.