Signal Maintainer

Genesee & Wyoming Main Job Board; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,460 - 60,614; Full time

Job summary

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. is seeking a Track, Structures & Signals technician to repair, maintain, and test rail signal systems in Chicago and surrounding areas. The role covers automatic-block, traffic-control, train-stop, and cab-signal systems, plus grade-crossing protection and related equipment.

Travel to wayside locations is required to install, inspect, test, and service signals. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED with 1–3 years of related technical experience; an

Qualifications

• Ability to read schematic diagrams in maintenance manuals and understand mechanical principles.
• Experience interpreting electrical testing and inspection procedures.
• Strong attention to safety and documentation of test results.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test signal circuitry using standard electrical testing equipment.
• Inspect, test, and maintain batteries and signal equipment including grade-crossing devices.
• Compile reports detailing mileage, tests, and repairs performed; replace worn components as needed.
• Operate vehicles to locations for installing, inspecting, testing, and maintaining signals.
• Manage other projects and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Read schematic diagrams

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree (plus)

Job description

Job Category: Track, Structures & Signals

Requisition Number: SIGNA008800

• Posted : July 31, 2026
• Full-Time
• Rate : $38.50 USD per hour

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Chicago, Ft. Wayne & Eastern Railroad (CFER)
2715 Wayne Trce
Fort Wayne, IN 46803, USA

Chicago, Ft. Wayne & Eastern Railroad (CFER)
2715 Wayne Trce
Fort Wayne, IN 46803, USA

The person in this position repairs, maintains, and tests signal systems and inspects the construction and installation of signal systems. The signal systems include automatic-block signal systems, traffic-control systems, train-stop, train-control, and cab-signal systems; rail-highway grade-crossing protection, automatic classification yards, hot-box detectors, broken-flange detectors, and other similar devices, appliances, and systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspect and test signal circuitry, using standard electrical and/or electronic testing equipment
• Inspect, test, and maintain batteries to ensure proper operation of signals
• Inspect, test, and maintain signal equipment such as grade-crossing warning devices, power switches, and switch air unit controllers
• Compile reports including mileage or track inspected, tests performed, and repairs made; replace required equipment when needed
• Operate rail or highway vehicle for transportation to wayside locations to install, inspect, test, and maintain or repaired grade-crossing warning systems, signals, and signal equipment
• Manage other projects and perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Ability to read schematic diagrams in maintenance and instruction manuals and to understand mechanical principles

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:

• High school diploma or GED with one to three years of related technical experience/training; or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training required
• Associate's degree with one to three years of related technical experience/training or an equivalent combination a plus

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.

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