Mechanical Electrician

Keolis America • Somerville, MA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The mechanical electrician performs inspection, installation, service maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems on locomotives and coaches. They are accountable for the prompt completion of electrical duties, and other similar/related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Electro-mechanical job experience, journeyman license, apprentice position, or other related applicable experience preferred (i.e., automotive/aircraft/railroad industrial troubleshooting and repair)
• Works with Alternating and Direct (AC/DC) Electrical Current at both low voltage and high voltage levels
• Understands and respects the dangers of working with large batteries, capacitors, contactors, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipment
• Read and interpret electrical schematics
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical circuits and equipment
• Exercise judgment in the selection of proper tools, methods, and equipment.
• Read/understand written/verbal instructions for successful completion of equipment upgrades and modifications
• Exercises familiarity with specialty electrical tooling and electrical meters with proven ability to use such tooling
• Must possess strong oral, written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Able to learn in a classroom and/or shop floor setting
• A valid driver’s license is required to successfully travel throughout the Commuter Rail network and locations as assigned.
• Applicants must complete and pass a post-application assessment to be considered for this role. Failure to complete the assessment, or failure to achieve a passing score, will result in removal from consideration.
• Drug and alcohol screening: Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment drug and alcohol screen. Also, contingent upon receiving a favorable background check.
• Must pass a physical examination.

Responsibilities

• Installs, inspects, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs all electrical circuits, conduits, components and systems within railroad locomotives and passenger coaches, as designated by the KCS Mechanical Department management
• Establishes and maintains an effective working relationship with supervisors, co-workers, vendors, and all other KCS personnel
• Successfully communicates with a variety of disciplines at all levels with both internal and external staff
• Performs other related duties as assigned in normal operation and/or in emergencies
• Safely performs all duties without risk of injury to yourself or others
• Complies with all related safety rules and procedures including reporting hazards as required
• Documents job tasks and work performed manually or electronically and submitted as required
• Attends and participates in all assigned training
• Completes other duties as assigned

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• life and disability insurance
• variety of voluntary benefits such as hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness coverage
• home, auto, and pet insurance
• 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED