About the position
This job involves all manner of preparation and performance and completion of any type of assigned work done at any location connected with Company's rail system. Applicant must be able to read and interpret instruction sheets, blueprints and wiring diagrams; analyzing defects in substations, load centers, motor control center, batteries and charging systems, rectifiers and transformers and determine the extent of required repairs; setting up and conducting tests; making repairs, replacements and adjustments with a minimum of direct supervision; observing and reporting of unsafe conditions; fully understand the principles of and the safety precautions regarding work on 23,000 volts and 480 volt A.C. and 650 volt D.C. power systems; understand and be proficient in use of test equipment, including but not limited to ammeters, voltmeters and preventative maintenance on substation and other electrical equipment; to be able to make emergency repairs.
Responsibilities
- Identify defective, unserviceable or deteriorating conditions in track, tunnel or building structures, mechanisms or parts.
- Diagnose the cause of such conditions; and determine the extent of required adjustments, repairs and/or replacements.
- Fully understand the principles of 23,000-volt alternating and 650-volt direct current power conversion and distribution, and safety precautions regarding work on power systems.
- Understand and be proficient in the use of complex electrical monitoring and test equipment, including but not limited to ammeters, ohmmeters, and voltmeters.
- Test, repair and replace power distribution systems or components, included but not limited to high-voltage solid state rectifiers, transformers, circuit breakers, insulators, and switchgear.
- Test, troubleshoot and repair defects in complex power distribution wiring and cabling systems.
- Perform periodic inspections and preventive maintenance on power distribution systems and components, and properly maintain records of the same.
- Be able to make emergency repairs to substations, transmission circuits, and catenary equipment in order to maintain service to the public with a minimum of delay and inconvenience.
- Perform all of the work assigned as duties for any job in the subordinate or comparable classifications.
- Accept instructions and work assignments required to qualify for other classifications.
- Develop a knowledge of Company policies pertaining to the work involved.
- Perform additional duties and tasks as assigned.
Requirements
- Must have two years of formal training in advanced electrical/electronic theory, including digital logic, analog integrated circuitry, and CRT circuitry.
- Two years' experience in the maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of modern communications systems.
- Must be able to pass the Skills Test designated for the position.
- Must possess and maintain a valid New York State Driver's License of the classification required by law for the type of vehicle(s) driven as part of an employee's normal job duties.
- Must be able to wear and utilize all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Participation in the bloodborne pathogen program is required.
Benefits
- Equal Opportunity Employer
- Encouragement for people with disabilities to apply
