Electronic Technician (Radio) Job at AMTRAK (Jackson)

Job Description

The scope of work to be performed by the Electronic Technician includes, but is not limited to, testing, inspecting, installing, maintenance and repair of all signal equipment and may be required to perform digging, trenching, and painting duties while working independently. This position works within the guidelines of the System Safety Program by being alert to physical hazards which affect operations; including the modification of recognition or cessation of operations when conditions exist or could develop which that may conflict with a safe operating environment for Amtrak or others.

Job Responsibility

Testing, inspecting, installing, maintenance and repair of all signal equipment
Perform digging, trenching, and painting duties while working independently
Observes safe work performance standards and operations in completion of daily tasks and provide prompt reporting in cases of accidents, injuries, and illnesses
Attends safety briefings when assigned by Foreman, observes safety compliance, maintains qualifications (GCOR) and coordinates with other departments
Monitors and ensures that all necessary tools and materials for completion of work is provided
Participates in the planning and directing of testing and maintenance of signal equipment such as relays, batteries, switch machines, signal fixtures, cable, and drag equipment detectors
Conduct testing for switch machinery, batteries for plant grounds, relays and cable for specifications, track signals, circuits for route locking, crossing track, locking points and balanced air, air compressors and record findings in accordance with AMT 27
Inspects test signal apparatus and systems and records the findings including the results from above in accordance with AMT 27
Maintains and repairs the above in accordance with AMT 23 and the special instructions governing the construction of Signals and interlocking
Assists Signalman in performance of assigned duties and conducts his/her own equipment tests and records results
Works with the Foreman to maintain all small tools and equipment conducting daily inventories to ensure good working order
Responds to signal failures, answers trouble calls for signal failures and reports to the Foreman
Assist in marking out where cables are located
installation of new movement ties
switch inspections, surfacing and to provide generators for power outage
Perform carpentry, plumbing, and electrical tasks as needed including pipefitting and low voltage 220 voltage electrical work

Requirements

Applicants will be required to qualify for the position by passing the electronic technician examination for communications prepared by System Communications Engineering Department
The technician must be familiar with the division reporting structure, possess knowledge of data and voice circuit electronics, and have general knowledge of electronics
Must be capable of learning, understanding, and maintaining Amtrak’s cable plant
Must be a minimum of 18 years of age and a high school graduate
Applicants must have a valid driver’s license on the date of hire
Must be able to read and understand job information written in English
Applicants must be able to perform basic mathematical computations including fractions and decimals
Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats and reflective vests, outside work with exposure to all weather conditions. This includes wind, extreme cold and heat on or in close proximity to railroad tracks, highways, and waterways in noisy environments due to machinery and heavy work vehicles in the area
Occasionally work in confined spaces
Climbs and performs duties on ladders, scaffolds, bucket trucks, scissor lifts at heights above 30 feet carrying 25 lb. tool bag in wet conditions and constricted areas
40-hour workweeks that may include variable shifts with overtime and may have to work on rest days, holidays, and weekends
Works as extra member of gang as required by work assignments
Works on bridges (heights), in tunnels, signal towers, at 35”feet and above, and on high speed tracks
Must have acute hearing, with the ability to distinguish and separate sounds around heavy machinery, noisy equipment and tools, voices near and at a distance
Demonstrate agility and coordination while lifting, stooping, carrying heavy loads
Must be able and willing to understand and apply safety rules, practice safe work habits, identify safety risks, and avoid potentially risky behaviors and situations

Nice to have

Electronic/electrical background or education preferred
Communications, electrical and/or electronic experience preferred
Previous railroad experience in communications preferred

What we offer

Health, dental and vision plans
Wellness programs
Flexible spending accounts
401K retirement plan
Life insurance
Paid time off
Reimbursement of education
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits
Rail pass privileges

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