Signal Electrician MetroLink - Ewing

Bi-State Development•Saint Louis, MO

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Signal Electrician performs highly skilled technical work inspecting, troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, and diagnostically analyzing MetroLink wayside signal and train control systems and highway grade crossing warning systems. The position requires extensive knowledge of AC and DC electrical systems, mechanical systems, and the specifications and operation of wayside signaling, train control, and grade crossing warning systems. The electrician also assists with maintenance and repair of other MetroLink light rail electrical systems during emergencies and service disruptions. This is a full-time position located at 700 South Ewing in Saint Louis, Missouri. Work hours are 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with Friday and Saturday off. Compensation is $35.19 per hour. The role responds to service calls on a 24-hour basis and operates vehicles and equipment on roads and rail. The employer provides required training and personal protective equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Considerable experience as a fully qualified electrician or signalman with railroad or transit signal experience, or directly related experience.
Successfully pass mechanical, high-voltage electrical, and electronic aptitude examinations before interview; examinations include understanding plans, schematics, operating and service manuals, and maintaining and troubleshooting electrical systems.
Ability to perform job duties safely and efficiently in compliance with applicable rules and regulations without direct supervision, including operating required vehicles or equipment.
Successfully pass MetroLink Operating Rules of MOW employees and other safety rules examinations within the qualification period and annually as required.
Ability to obtain CPR, First Aid, and other safety-practice certifications.
Possess a current, valid Missouri or Illinois Class A Commercial Driver’s License with all required endorsements.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job and successfully complete a DOT physical.
Successfully complete the training program and post-training qualification period for the job class.

Responsibilities

Install, inspect, maintain, repair, and diagnostically analyze wayside signaling and train control equipment, including interlocking signals, track circuits, relays, signal equipment houses and components, grade crossing warning flashers and gates, underground cable, switch machines, and power distribution to switches and switch heaters.
Respond to service calls on a 24-hour basis to diagnose and correct emergencies involving MetroLink electrical systems.
Operate vehicles and equipment associated with maintaining and repairing Metro electrical systems on roads and rail.
Activate and deactivate signal and train control systems, and assist with activation and deactivation of electric traction power and other electrical systems during emergencies and service disruptions.
Assist with maintenance and repair of MetroLink light rail traction power systems during emergencies and service disruptions.
Assist with maintenance and repair of electrical support systems, including power, lighting, and power control systems at MetroLink stations and along the MetroLink system during emergencies and service disruptions.
Trim trees, bushes, and shrubs on Metro property around electrical systems, including signal houses and grade crossings.
Observe applicable operating rules, safety rules, operating procedures, and work instructions.

Benefits

Competitive salary.
Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
Retirement-eligible medical and prescription benefits, health reimbursement account subsidy, wellness benefits, and life insurance.
Ten paid holidays annually plus a floating birthday holiday.
Supplemental insurance through Unum, including off-the-job accident, critical illness, short-term disability, whole life, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Wellness program with free health screenings.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Public Service Loan Forgiveness program eligibility.
Tuition reimbursement and student loan payment programs.
401(k) match programs.
Gym discounts at Club Fitness, The Edge Fitness Clubs, and OneLife Fitness at Ballpark Village.
Access to nine onsite gyms, available 24/7.
Free MetroLink and MetroBus access.
Discounted cell phone plans.
Tool and uniform allowance.
Required training is paid and conducted during normal work hours.
Required personal protective equipment is provided.