Signal Specialist
About The Position
L.K. Comstock & Company LLC, a specialty electrical contractor for transit rail systems and a subsidiary of RailWorks LLC, is hiring a Signal Specialist. The role reports to the Lead Signal Specialist and supports signal equipment removal, installation, layout, testing, and placing equipment in service. The specialist works in the field on multiple projects, coordinates with project teams, and attends related meetings. This is an hourly position with the ability to work overtime as required by the contract. The role requires availability on weekdays, weeknights, and weekends to support project schedules, and presence at the work site throughout signal work until it is completed and accepted by MTA.
Requirements
- 10 years of experience in the NYCT Signaling System and a minimum of 2 years in Signal Contracts are requested in the posting.
- Must be approved by MTA as a signal specialist.
- Must take training courses for all NYCT work credentials, including MTA track safety and OSHA 30.
- Three years of recent related experience.
Nice To Haves
- Previous electronics training would be an asset.
- Railway or construction experience would be an asset.
Responsibilities
- Be present on tracks during signal equipment layout and removal.
- Review and sign installation drawings and clipboard sketches.
- Supervise foremen and electricians performing groundwork installations, wiring, and testing.
- Maintain signal-related testing tools and equipment in ready-for-service condition.
- Write signal bulletins and daily reports as required by project needs.
- Plan and direct circuit and signal changes.
- Remain at the work site from the commencement of signal work until the work is completed and accepted by MTA.
- Prepare status reports and charts.
- Verify signal work is installed to NYCT standards and approved documents.
- Prepare tag lists.
- Attend related meetings as required.
- Support testing and placing equipment in service.
- Assist the project team with coordination.
Benefits
- Local Union #3 Pension (vested after 5 years).
- IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years).
- NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund).
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 26 qualifying weeks.
- HRA health reimbursement account and annuity fund plans after 1 year.
- Educational and Cultural Fund.
- Deferred salary.
- Social Security Payback.
- Paid sick leave, vacation, and bereavement, subject to contract negotiations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
