Signal Electrician MetroLink - Swansea- 3rd

Bi-State Development•Saint Louis, MO

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Signal Electrician performs highly skilled technical work inspecting, troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, and diagnosing 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 signals, train control systems, and grade crossing warning systems. The Signal Electrician also assists with maintenance and repair of other MetroLink electrical systems during emergencies and service disruptions. The role responds to service calls around the clock and operates vehicles and equipment used to maintain Metro electrical systems on road and rail. It may involve work on or around signal equipment, traction power, station electrical support systems, and vegetation near electrical installations. The job is based at 700 South Ewing, St. Louis, Missouri, and lists work hours of 8 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., with days off Sunday through Tuesday.

Requirements

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 covering interpretation of plans, schematics, operating and service manuals, and electrical-system maintenance and troubleshooting.
Ability to safely and efficiently perform the job without direct supervision and in compliance with applicable rules and regulations, including operating required vehicles or equipment.
Successfully pass MetroLink Operating Rules of Maintenance of Way employees examinations and other safety rules within the qualification period, and annually as required.
Ability to obtain CPR, First Aid, and other safety-practices certifications.
Current, valid Missouri or Illinois Class A Commercial Driver’s License and all required endorsements.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job.
Successfully complete a DOT physical.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Successfully complete the training program and post-training qualification period for the job class.

Responsibilities

Install, inspect, maintain, repair, and diagnose wayside signaling and train control equipment, including interlocking signals, track circuits, relays, signal 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 maintenance and repair of Metro electrical systems on road and rail.
Activate and deactivate signal and train control systems, and assist with activation and deactivation of 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 system, during emergencies and service disruptions.
Trim trees, bushes, and shrubs on Metro property around electrical systems, including signal houses and grade crossings.
Follow applicable operating rules, safety rules, operating procedures, and work instructions.
Complete the required training program and post-training qualification period for the job class.

Benefits

Competitive salary of $35.19 per hour.
Comprehensive 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 Unum benefits, 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 for confidential support and resources.
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, tuition reimbursement, and student loan payment assistance.
401(k) match programs.
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 for CPR, First Aid, and other safety certifications is paid for by Metro and conducted during normal work hours.
Required personal protective equipment is provided by the agency.