Signal Electrician MetroLink - Ewing
Bi-State Development Agency of the Missouri-Illinois Metropolitan District•St. Louis, MO
•$35 - $35•Onsite
About The Position
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 signal, train control, and highway grade crossing warning systems. During emergencies and service disruptions, the Signal Electrician assists with maintenance and repair of other electrical systems on the MetroLink light rail system.
Requirements
- Considerable experience as a fully qualified electrician or signal person with railroad or transit signal experience, or directly related experience.
- Successfully pass mechanical, high-voltage electrical, and electronic aptitude examinations before interview. Examinations include assessing the ability to understand plans, schematics, operating and service manuals, and to maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems.
- Ability to perform job duties safely and efficiently, comply with applicable rules and regulations without direct supervision, and operate required vehicles or equipment.
- Successfully pass MetroLink Operating Rules of MOW employees and other safety-rule examinations within the qualification period and annually as required.
- Observe applicable Operating Rules, Safety Rules, Operating Procedures, and Work Instructions.
- Ability to obtain CPR, First Aid, and other safety-practice certifications. Required training is paid for by Metro and conducted during normal work hours.
- 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.
- 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 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, both on the road and on rail.
- Activate and deactivate signal and train control systems; 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.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement-eligible medical and prescription benefits
- Health reimbursement account (HRA) subsidy
- Wellness and life insurance benefits
- 10 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 (PSLF) program eligibility
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student loan payment 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
