Signal Maintainer

{"Job Summary

This position is responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of railroad signals and grade crossing protection equipment. The successful candidate will be able to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on ensuring compliance with railroad rules and regulations.

**Key Responsibilities:**

* Perform work on signal equipment, including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
* Install signal/communication structures and components
* Lubricate moving parts on mechanical equipment
* Use risk management processes to isolate potentially dangerous situations
* Prepare and paint signal equipment
* Inspect, test, repair, and maintain communication/signal and electrical equipment
* Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
* Drive and operate medium to heavy-duty vehicles daily

**Requirements:**

* High School Diploma/GED
* Currently possess a CDL or obtain one within 90 days of start date
* 21 years of age or older
* Valid Driver's License

**Preferred Qualifications:**

* One or more years of outside work experience
* One year experience using Volt/Ohm meters
* One year experience interpreting circuit schematics or diagrams
* One year work experience in electronics, electrical, or electromechanical field

**Physical Requirements:**

* Heavy work, lifting up to 60 pounds occasionally and up to 85 pounds on a rare basis
* Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb
* Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection
* Climb ladders and poles up to 40 feet to make repairs, tests, and installations
* Work outside in all weather conditions and occasionally on uneven terrain
* Must meet color vision and hearing requirements as described in FRA Regulations

**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:**

* 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
* This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is required
* Extensive travel required
* Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test

**Training:**

Initially, you will attend training in Atlanta, GA, and two (2) additional training sessions that will be scheduled approximately 130 days apart. CSX will pay for travel, lodging, and meals as required by collective bargaining agreement. Once training has been completed, this position will advance to Signal Maintainer.

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