Railway Signal Technician

Job Summary:

The Signal System Maintenance Specialist is responsible for ensuring the proper functioning of signal systems on railway tracks. This involves inspecting, testing, and maintaining signal circuitry, batteries, and equipment such as grade-crossing warning devices and power switches.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect and test signal circuitry using standard electrical and electronic testing equipment
• Inspect, test, and maintain batteries to ensure proper operation of signals
• Inspect, test, and maintain signal equipment such as grade-crossing warning devices, power switches, and switch air unit controllers
• Compile reports on mileage or track inspected, tests performed, and repairs made
• Operate rail or highway vehicles for transportation to wayside locations to install, inspect, test, and maintain or repair grade-crossing warning systems, signals, and signal equipment
• Manage other projects and perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Ability to read schematic diagrams in maintenance and instruction manuals and understand mechanical principles
• High school diploma or GED with one to three years of related technical experience/training; or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training required
• Associate's degree with one to three years of related technical experience/training or an equivalent combination a plus

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.