Electrician Substation Trainee - 90403166 - North Brunswick
About The Position
Substation Trainee construct, install, test and maintain substation switching apparatus, control cables and associated batteries. Operates substation and take power clearances. Essential Functions Must pass satisfactory examinations in accordance with Electric Traction Training Agreement. Must maintain 80% average (exception- hiring at class “A” status). Must have prior satisfactory work attendance record, work performance, and safety record. Must read, write, and speak the English language clearly, with the ability to communicate using telephones and radios. Will be placed in a training program and must excel through all stages of training. The ability to respond to railroad concerns on a 24-hour basis. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Basic electrical theory, knowledge coupled with the desire and ability to learn.
- Must have a current valid driver's license at hiring or transfer. License must be maintained throughout employment.
- Must be able to understand, speak, and write the English language fluently.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Must be able to lift 50lbs or more.
Nice To Haves
- Experience as an electrician with High voltage electrical systems and safety procedures.
- Knowledge of electrical components and use of various electrical testing devices.
- Formal electrical training
Responsibilities
- Construct, install, test and maintain substation switching apparatus, control cables and associated batteries.
- Operate substation and take power clearances.
- Pass satisfactory examinations in accordance with Electric Traction Training Agreement.
- Maintain 80% average (exception- hiring at class “A” status).
- Maintain prior satisfactory work attendance record, work performance, and safety record.
- Read, write, and speak the English language clearly, with the ability to communicate using telephones and radios.
- Excel through all stages of training.
- Respond to railroad concerns on a 24-hour basis.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- health, dental and vision plans
- wellness programs
- flexible spending accounts
- 401K retirement plan
- life insurance
- paid time off
- reimbursement of education
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
- Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits
- rail pass privileges
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
