Signal Electrician MetroLink - Swansea-
About The Position
Performs highly skilled technical work inspecting, troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, and diagnostically analyzing MetroLink wayside signal and train control systems, as well as highway grade crossing warning systems. The role requires extensive knowledge of AC and DC electrical systems, mechanical systems, and the specifications and operation of wayside signal, train control, and highway grade crossing warning systems. During emergencies and service disruptions, the Signal Electrician also assists with maintenance and repair of other MetroLink electrical systems. The position is based at 700 South Ewing, Saint Louis, Missouri. Work hours are 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with Friday and Saturday off. The role includes responding to calls for service on a 24-hour basis. Compensation is $35.19 per hour.
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 before interview; examinations include the ability to understand plans, schematics, operating and service manuals, and maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems.
- Ability to safely and efficiently perform job duties without direct supervision and in compliance with applicable rules and regulations, including operating required vehicles and 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.
- 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.
- High school education or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Install, inspect, maintain, repair, and diagnose 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 to diagnose and correct emergencies involving MetroLink electrical systems on a 24-hour basis.
- Operate vehicles and equipment used to maintain and repair 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 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.
- 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 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 for confidential support and resources.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness-eligible employer.
- 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 certification training and required personal protective equipment provided by the agency.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
