Communications - Maintainer

Job Title

Install, maintain, replace and repair electrical and electronic communications equipment.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Install, maintain, replace, and check communication equipment including, but not limited to, cables, computers, printers, monitors, radios, telephones, modems, wireless components, security cameras, batteries, connectors, various parts and testing equipment
• Cut, splice, and pull cable on ground, poles, and towers
• Use trenching equipment to bury equipment and cables in ground
• Receive and record inventory delivery
• Retrieve parts from inventory to install and maintain equipment
• Transport tools and equipment to jobsite by truck
• Install wiring in offices and field locations
• Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager

Pay Rate

$42.68/hr

Training

You will be required to attend paid training as required by your collective bargaining agreement. Please note that training may occur outside of your work location.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Valid Driver's License
• 21 years of age or older
• Must currently possess a CDL or obtain one within 90 days of start date
• Must currently possess an FCC license or obtain one within 90 days of start date
• Two years of experience in communications related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A with Airbrake Endorsement
• Two years of experience operating heavy equipment
• Two year technical degree or equivalent experience in network management
• FCC License

Physical Requirements

• Heavy work, lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis
• Climb ladders and poles up to 40 feet to make repairs, tests and installations
• Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb

Basic Competencies

• Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications)
• Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)
• Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)
• Basic Math

Job Requirements

• May require regional travel
• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
• Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe boots
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
• Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations
• The applicant selected may be required to successfully complete a background check
• Must pass all required assessments
• Must pass a background screening
• Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test
• Federal regulations require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol
• This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is req.