Railroad Signal Maintainer

Job Description

Incentives Include:

Company vehicle, laptop, and cell phone provided.

Wages are negotiable as per experience.

Benefits Include:

Health, dental, vision, 401-K, and profit sharing for all full-time employees.

Paid holidays after 60 days of employment.

Employee referral bonuses

Employer paid Long Term Disability and Life Insurance

Summary

A Railroad Signal Maintainer for CDL is responsible for testing, maintaining and improving signal systems at grade crossings and way-side signal locations in accordance with FRA and CDL standards. Alacrity, Dependability, Pride, Ownership, Teamwork and having a Safety Mindset are the hallmarks of a top performer in this job class.

A signal maintainer will be evaluated in 5 basic areas:

Safety

Maintenance & Improvements

Testing & Inspections

Trouble Calls & Troubleshooting

Team Player

Required Experience:

Knowledge of basic electronics and electrical fundamentals with an emphasis in low-

voltage AC & DC circuits and relay or ladder logic. Must be able to read wiring

diagrams and use multi-meter.

Knowledge of rail operations generally and railroad signaling principals specifically. The

focus of a signal maintainer will be grade crossing warning systems, defect detectors and

AEI readers and possibly radio communications.

Signal maintaining is a largely independent job thus good time management and personal

initiative are essential.

Must be proficient with a personal computer and the MS Office line of products.

High school diploma or GED equivalent unless otherwise approved by upper management.

Relatable experience in HVAC, Avionics, Communications, Motor Control and PLCs will also be evaluated as requirements for the job.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for testing, maintaining, and improving grade crossing warning, AEI, or defect detector systems on an assigned territory. Follow regulations and testing procedures as set forth in the Blue Book

Willing to be On-Call much of the time and respond to dispatch and supervisor Trouble Calls in a timely manner.

Understand and comply with FRA rules and regulations around railroad signaling, including the Hours-of-Service Law.

Be responsible for all paperwork and retention schedules. Paperwork can include testing records, HOS forms, timesheets, material handling forms and trouble tickets. The responsibility for complete and accurate testing records and HOS documentation may continue after separation from CDL; voluntary or involuntary.

Foster good relationships with local railroad customers and suppliers

Be a team player willing to help on other territories and railroads. Assist with special projects, when assigned.

Responsible for the safety of themselves and those around them. Reports any unsafe conditions that may exist.

Keep company vehicle, equipment, tools and meters in good working order, following all maintenance and calibration schedules.

Responsible for implementing strategies to maximize profitability in their area of responsibility

Other duties as required or assigned by leadership team.

Demonstrate and attain CDL Core Values: INTEGRITY, SAFETY, PEOPLE, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND EXCELLENCE

Demonstrate and attain CDL Core Focus: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION

Physical Demands:

Standing, walking, bending, kneeling and/or sitting for long periods of time.

Climbing ladders to reach ceilings and other high objects.

Push/Pull/Lift/Moving 50 pounds repeatedly.

Working in adverse weather conditions. Walk and stand on uneven surfacesCompany Description

A wide-range of expertise

Since 1964, CDL has been providing Trade, and Railroad services across the United States.

As one of the fastest growing companies in the area, we have expanded to include over 18 specialized services across these 2 business segments.

Today we proudly serve 40,000 customers and maintain +3,000 railroad crossings in North America across these segments.

Where Skill meets Opportunity.

Full-time