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Railroad Signal Technician, Construction

Faith Technologies

You've discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And - as "one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America" - is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our

Culture of Care

Our Railroad Signal Technician position consists of daily inspections for highway grade crossing signal systems & wayside signaling systems. The area of travel is subject to change, but regardless of the location, the work type will remain the same. All work will consist of following mandatory Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations. Ideal candidates would have experience maintaining, servicing, installing, troubleshooting signal system circuitry and components. Key traits for this position would encompass a positive attitude, ability to travel, mechanical aptitude, organization, self-starting personality.?

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: 2-5 years Railroad Signal Maintenance. Successful completion of Hot Box and Signal Apprentice Training Program through Signal Training Solutions or prior experience required.

Travel: U p to 100%

Work Schedule: Schedule may vary and can include, but is not limited to nights, weekends, and holidays. Overtime may be required. Ability to work a flexible schedule is necessary.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Works as a member of a cohesive team while demonstrating ability to work without direct supervision.
  • Cleans and maintains job site, tools, and vehicles.
  • Maintains compliance with all FRA, OSHA, Faith Technologies, and customer-specific safety requirements along with immediately identifying, correcting, and/or reporting any unsafe acts, conditions, or incidents in a timely manner.
  • Ability to properly perform Monthly, Quarterly, Annual inspections without direct supervision
  • Safely operate heavy equipment such as (mini excavator, skid steer, telehandler) to assist with Grade Crossing System Installations
  • Maintains knowledge to correctly install, program and/or calibrate grade crossing predictors, solid state crossings controllers, relays, resistors, gate mechanisms, lighting circuitry.
  • Familiarity with AREMA Guidelines for Grade Crossing System minimum requirements
  • Displays basic railroad signal troubleshooting skills
  • Verifies basic site information against circuit plans
  • Reads and understands Railroad Timetable document
  • Properly uses Signal Technician testing equipment & required tools
  • Complies with and understands Signalman Hours of Service regulations
  • Actively participates in railroad designated PPE requirements
  • Perform other related duties as required and assigned

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

FTICareers

How Does FTI Give YOU the Chance to Thrive?

If you're energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what's possible for your future.

Once you're a team member, you're supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to

achieve your career goals

with FTI. You're officially in the driver's seat of your career, and FTI's

career development and continued education programs

give you opportunities to position yourself for success.

FTI is a "merit to the core" organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package.

Benefits are the Game-Changer

We provide industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families.

You're invited to review the full list of FTI benefits

available to regular/full-time team members. Start here. Grow here. Succeed here. If you're ready to learn more about your career with FTI, apply today!

Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled.

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background and drug test

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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