Signals - Maintainer - Portland, ME

CSX•Portland, ME

1d•$40 - $46

About The Position

Regional travel may be required. Assist in the installation, repairing, testing and maintenance of various railroad signals and grade crossing protection equipment. Employees must be able to meet and comply with the manufacturer's weight limitation safety rating and recommendations for any equipment associated with performing their duties, including the 300 lb. safety rating for ladders (both portable and affixed) and fall arrest equipment.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
You must currently possess a CDL or, obtain one within 90 days of your start date
21 years of age or older
Valid Driver's License
Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe boots
Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations
The applicant selected may be required to successfully complete a background check
Must pass all required assessments
Must pass a background screening
This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is req.
Extensive travel required
Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test

Nice To Haves

One or more years of outside work experience (e.g. construction, heavy equipment operator, farming, etc.)
One year experience using Volt / Ohm meters
One year experience interpreting circuit schematics or diagrams
One year work experience in electronics, electrical, or electromechanical field

Responsibilities

Be able to safely perform all job responsibilities
Perform work on signal equipment including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Install signal/communication structures and component
Lubricate moving parts on mechanical equipment such as switch machines, car retarders and controllers
Use the risk management process to isolate potentially dangerous situations
Prepare and paint signal equipment
Inspect, test, repair and maintain communication/signal and electrical equipment
Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
Drive and operate medium to heavy duty vehicles daily.
Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager
Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager