Railroad Rolling Stock Electrician

Keolis America•Somerville, MA

5d•$39•Onsite

About The Position

Railroad Mechanical Electrician Pay rate: $38.81 Performs inspection, installation, service maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems on locomotives and coaches. Accountable for the prompt completion of electrical duties, and other similar/related duties as assigned. At Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), we give every team member—and their ideas—a seat for the journey. We are a diverse team made up of different backgrounds, stories, and perspectives, which is our strength. If you’re looking for a career with a company that invests in your future, KCS is the place for you. We Imagine. We Care. We Commit! Since 2014, Keolis Commuter Services has been entrusted with operating and maintaining the Commuter Rail network on behalf of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA). During this time, we have worked to deliver a safe and reliable service, thanks to the knowledge and dedication of our team, and our experience operating transit networks around the world. Today, we're proud of the progress we have made together to deliver a best-in-class service for the Greater Boston community. We believe our people are what make us great. That is why we demonstrate a commitment to a safe, healthy, and inclusive culture that welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. Your future starts here. At Keolis Commuter Services, LLC we provide a competitive compensation package that is designed to be flexible and comprehensive to meet the needs of our hard-working employees and their families.

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.
Must be able to travel and work at all hours and at all commuter rail locations in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, in all weather conditions
Position requires ability to climb onto rail equipment
Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus are also required
Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment drug and alcohol screen.
Also, contingent upon receiving a favorable background check.
Must pass a physical examination.

Responsibilities

Completes all work in compliance with FRA, OSHA, MBTA, KCS, and other local, state, and federal authorities
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

Generous Medical & Rx plan
Dental & Vision Plan
Railroad Retirement Benefits – a federal program that administers retirement, survivor, unemployment, and sickness benefits to U.S. railroad workers and their families.
Fidelity 401K Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
Transit and Parking Reimbursement Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Company Sponsored Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefits
Education Assistance
Short- & Long-term Disability Benefits
Voluntary Benefits Plan options including Supplemental health plans for accidents, critical illness, hospital stays
Pet, Home, Auto insurance