What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrician position at Progress Rail Services?

Job Purpose

Looking to add electricians to our weekend shift which works Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 6am - 6pm.

As a locomotive electrician, your responsibilities are to install, maintain, and repair critical electrical systems on a locomotive and locomotive components.

Company Description

Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!

As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions - whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.

Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com.

Key Job Elements

Installs and maintains electrical wiring and equipment, such as motors, generators, air-conditioning units, electrical outlets, and lighting fixtures of railroad locomotives;
Measures, cuts, threads, bends, assembles, and installs conduits that connect to control panels and junction boxes, using hacksaw, pipe benders, pipe-threading tools, and other handtools;
Splices wires and solders connections to fixtures, outlets, and equipment;
Tests circuit connections, using electrical test equipment;
Read precision instruments, micrometers, and gauges;
Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot and repair EMD control systems;
Reads locomotive blueprints & schematics to make needed repairs;
Repairs electrical equipment, such as panel lighting, circuit breakers, junction boxes, voltage regulators, and reverse current relays;
Complete and document jobs in a timely manner per requirements / work instructions.

Qualifications and Experience

Previous electrical experience required, preferably industrial;

Basic computer skills;

Mechanical aptitude;

Experience reading and interpreting blueprints;

Experience in interpreting circuit schematics;

Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications-both general and technical);

Communication skills (provide clear instructions / directions);

Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills);

Basic Math skills;

Certified / Licensed Electricians OR Residential / Commercial / Industrial Marine / Aircraft / Locomotive preferred.

Essential and Physical Activities Functions :

Strength - Position requires lifting of 50lbs. Requires stamina and strength to work in tight and confined spaces while repairing locomotive or locomotive components;

Motion - Position requires standing majority of the day. Frequent walking, squatting, kneeling and climbing of steps and stairs;

Vision / Hearing Requirements - Position is exposed to high levels of noise and vibration from using tools. Position is exposed to cutting torches and welding operations. The use of proper PPE is required. The Position requires the ability to read QWI and schematics and understand instructions;

Work Environment - Position can be located inside or outside, dependent on situation. When inside, the employees are subject to temperature extremes in non-temperature-controlled environments. When outside employees are subject to all weather elements. In both cases employees will work with oils and other lubricants;

Emotional Demands - Employee is expected to work and cooperate as part of team in order to meet production requirements;

Safety - Position is safety sensitive as it requires working in and around live tracks and operation and repair of heavy equipment. Position requires strict adherence to safety policies (i.e blue flag) and use of all PPE.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Race / Color / Sex / Religion / National Origin / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Vets / Disabilities

Benefits

Competitive Salary

401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)

Medical / Dental / Vision / Life / Disability Insurance

Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Plan

Education Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Programs

Site specific Production and Incentive Plans

Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans

Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time / part-time and regular / temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.

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