Helper - New Hire - 90410486 - Washington

Amtrak•Washington, DC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

A C&S (Communications & Signals) Helper assists Qualified Employees in corrective and preventative maintenance and construction of signal equipment such as wayside signals, crossing equipment and electric switch machines. This work involves digging, trenching, painting, wiring, and cabling at both inside and outside locations and being a watchman when required. The C&S Helper also operates company vehicles in the performance of their duties as required. Applicants must be able and willing to understand and apply safety rules, practice safe work habits, identify safety risks and avoid potentially risky behaviors and situations. Performance testing will be required for promotion to Signal Maintainer.

Requirements

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age and a high school graduate or GED Equivalent.
Must have a valid driver’s license on the date of hire.
Must be able to perform heavy physical labor.
Must be able to read and understand job information written in English.
Must be able to perform basic mathematical computations including fractions and decimals.
Ability to pass required training with written exams including two weeks of safety training, and required department training modules over a 10-month period to progress to qualified maintainer.

Nice To Haves

CDL License preferred.
Previous construction experience and/or experience operating construction equipment preferred.
Electronic/electrical background or education, military or civilian, preferred but not required.
Communications signal, electrical and/or electronic experience preferred.
Previous railroad experience in signaling preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Assists Qualified Employees in corrective and preventative maintenance and construction of signal equipment such as wayside signals, crossing equipment and electric switch machines.
Involves digging, trenching, painting, wiring, and cabling at both inside and outside locations.
Acts as a watchman when required.
Operates company vehicles in the performance of their duties as required.
Understands and applies safety rules, practices safe work habits, identifies safety risks and avoids potentially risky behaviors and situations.