Electrician - Port, Jervis NY

Electrician - Port, Jervis NY

Rail Mechanical Department

Job Description:

Do you have at least 1 year of electrical experience in commercial or industrial environments? Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time–and we're looking to hire talented folks with a commitment to excellence to make it all possible.

Electrician-Port Jervis, New York

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Electricians troubleshoot and perform specialized maintenance on equipment including insulation, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, communication, lighting, door, propulsion, and automatic train control and air brake systems.

• Install, service and repair electrical panels, wiring, lighting, and fixtures as well as specialized electrical equipment and machinery.

• Replace defective air filters, solid-state control boards, Freon, relays and pressure switches in HVAC system.

• Locate defective motor components using proper test equipment (meters).

• Perform safety control tests on doors, Cab Signal System, and braking systems.

• Replace defective pressure switches and micros switches in air brake system.

• Maintain and repair any electrical components on gear pullers, presses, and crane motors.

• Remove defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools.

• Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

• Comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures following routine and all standards of performance. Maintain a safe working environment.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• Pass NJ Transit’s Electrician Aptitude Test

• Demonstrate knowledge of OHMS laws, instrumentation, digital circuits, communication, computers

• Demonstrate experience with control valves, transmitters, and PLC

• Understand high voltage systems, grounding systems, fuses, and transformer maintenance

• Troubleshoot and repair basic electrical tools such as multi-meter, voltage tester, etc.

• Read electrical circuit diagrams and electrical blueprints

• Successfully pass the pre-screening process including drug test, physical, and criminal, employer, and driving background checks.

• High School Diploma or GED

Knowledge and Skills:

• Programming, PLCs, VFDs, industrial Ethernet, digital and 4-20ma controls along with a broad knowledge of industrial electrical systems and power distribution

• Installation, repair, and troubleshooting of commercial or industrial electrical wiring

• The military performing heavy-duty repair experience (airplanes, ships, steel mills, etc . )

• Trade school, electrical, diesel-mechanical maintenance, and/or technical experience

Physical Requirements:

• Lift up to 70 pounds occasionally

• Stoop, bend, crawl, balance, climb, kneel

• Be exposed to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basis

• Wear protective equipment such as hardhat, safety glasses, and safety-toe boots

Work Location:

• Port Jervis, New York

• This is a Unionized position.

Rate of pay:

The pay rates are tiered and are non-negotiable based on years and type of experience. Tiers start at $29.10 (80% of the full rate). The 100%-tiered rate is $36.38.

At NJ Transit, you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:

• Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

• Flexible Spending Account

• Life Insurance

• Paid Leave

• Tuition Assistance

• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan

• Retirement Plans

NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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