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Our Railroad Signal Technician position consists of daily inspections for highway grade crossing signal systems & wayside signaling systems. Maintains compliance with all FRA, OSHA, Faith Technologies, and customer-specific safety requirements along with immediately identifying, correcting, and/or reporting any unsafe acts, conditions, or incidents in a timely manner.

You've discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And as "one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America" is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care.Our Railroad Signal Technician position consists of daily inspections for highway grade crossing signal systems & wayside signaling systems. The area of travel is subject to change, but regardless of the location, the work type will remain the same. All work will consist of following mandatory Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations. Ideal candidates would have experience maintaining, servicing, installing, troubleshooting signal system circuitry and components. Key traits for this position would encompass a positive attitude, ability to travel, mechanical aptitude, organization, self-starting personality.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEducation: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: 2-5 years Railroad Signal Maintenance. Successful completion of Hot Box and Signal Apprentice Training Program through Signal Training Solutions or prior experience required.
Travel: Up to 100%
Work Schedule: Schedule may vary and can include, but is not limited to nights, weekends, and holidays. Overtime may be required. Ability to work a flexible schedule is necessary.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESWorks as a member of a cohesive team while demonstrating ability to work without direct supervision.
Cleans and maintains job site, tools, and vehicles.
Maintains compliance with all FRA, OSHA, Faith Technologies, and customer-specific safety requirements along with immediately identifying, correcting, and/or reporting any unsafe acts, conditions, or incidents in a timely manner.
Ability to properly perform Monthly, Quarterly, Annual inspections without direct supervision.
Displays basic railroad signal troubleshooting skills.
Verifies basic site information against circuit plans.
Reads and understands Railroad Timetable document.
Properly uses Signal Technician test equipment & required tools.
Complies with and understands Signalman Hours of Service regulations.
Actively participates in railroad designated PPE requirements.
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.Job Description and ResponsibilitiesThe job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employees ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.How Does FTI Give YOU the Chance to Thrive?If you're energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what's possible for your future.Once you're a team member, you're supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. You're officially in the driver's seat of your career, and FTI's career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success.FTI is a "merit to the core" organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package.Benefits are the Game-ChangerWe provide industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families. You're invited to review the full list of FTI benefits available to regular/full-time team members. Start here. Grow here. Succeed here.If you're ready to learn more about your career with FTI, apply today!Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer - veterans/disabled.

Faith Technologies Inc

Railroad Signal Maintainer

Alternative Energy

Construction Engineering

Identify Issues

Maintain Compliance

Manufacturing

OSHA

Regulations

Safety Training

Team Player

Test Equipment

Time Management

Training Program

Willing to Travel

Its Norfolk Southern Railway Company subsidiary operates approximately 19,500 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. This includes building trains by coupling railcars, delivering railcars to customers, transporting trains across long distances, and managing electronic documentation and inspections.

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DescriptionAt Norfolk Southern, we believe that our people power progress. Our culture is built on our SPIRIT values-Safety, Performance, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork-which guide how we work, lead, and grow together. If youre ready to be part of a dynamic team and contribute to one of the nations premier transportation companies, we invite you to explore the conductor role.Conductors are responsible for the safe and efficient movement of freight trains. This includes building trains by coupling railcars, delivering railcars to customers, transporting trains across long distances, and managing electronic documentation and inspections. Youll be trained to troubleshoot train issues, report incidents, and ensure compliance with safety procedures. No prior railroad experience is required-we provide all the training you need to succeed.What You Should KnowThis is a seniority-based job. Youll start out on the extra board, filling in where needed, until you build enough seniority to bid on a regular assignment. You must be available to work on-call, 24/7, with as little as 90 minutes notice. Expect to spend 2-3 days away from home weekly. You will be required to join a union within 60 days after completing training.TrainingOn-the-job training lasts about 20 weeks, depending on the complexity of your assigned location, this training can go beyond 20 weeks. Training includes classroom instruction, field training, and on-the-job experience. The first 5 weeks take place at the Norfolk Southern Training Center in McDonough, GA. During this time, the company provides hotel accommodations, weekly meal stipends, and travel reimbursement from your hire location. The remaining weeks of training will be completed at your assigned location. To successfully complete the program and earn your promotion and certification, you must pass all classroom, field, and on-the-job requirements. This includes written exams and field evaluations covering physical characteristics, operating rules, safety, hazmat, and signal rules.Job Responsibilities<ul><li>Build and inspect trains, railcars, and equipment for safe operation.</li><li>Operate remote control locomotives and perform tasks such as coupling, aligning drawbars, applying hand brakes, and riding railcars.</li><li>Communicate effectively with crews, dispatchers, and yard controllers.</li><li>Maintain accurate documentation and comply with all FRA and company safety regulations.</li><li>Perform additional duties as assigned.</li></ul>Additional information about roles and responsibilities are detailed in this video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ZdUABU2g_k" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ZdUABU2g_k</a>Qualifications### Required Qualifications<ul><li>Must be 18 years or older.</li><li>Must hold a valid drivers license and have reliable transportation.</li><li>Ability to report to work within 90 minutes.</li><li>Clean driving record in the past 36 months, without any suspension, revocation, cancellation, or denial of your drivers license resulting from a drug or alcohol-related incident.</li><li>Must not have been involved in diversion or probation or pleaded guilty to a drug or alcohol-related driving incident.</li><li>Must not have refused to undergo a drug or alcohol test related to the operation of a motor vehicle.</li><li>Must pass pre-employment Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) drug and alcohol screening.</li><li>Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.</li></ul>### Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Experience working outdoors in various weather conditions.</li><li>Experience with heavy equipment or in physically demanding roles.</li><li>Experience working non-traditional shifts, on call, and/or 12+ hour shifts.</li></ul>Physical and Mental Job Requirements<ul><li>Ability to lift and carry up to 85 lbs.</li><li>Must pass physical standards which may include but are not limited to:</li><li>Hang Test: Ability to hang from a rail car ladder with 3 points of contact (2 feet & 1 hand) for 1 minute 15 seconds per side.</li><li>Ability to walk up to several miles per shift on uneven terrain.</li><li>Ability to meet FRA medical requirements:</li><li>Visual acuity (at least 20/40 in each eye separately and both together with or without corrective lenses).</li><li>Color vision-ability to pass specific FRA color vision tests (lenses used to improve color vision are not permitted).</li><li>Hearing-no hearing loss greater than 40B average, at 500, 1000, and 2000 in better ear (can be met with hearing aid).</li></ul>Work Conditions<ul><li>Work outdoors in all weather conditions.</li><li>Irregular schedules, including on-call, nights, weekends, and holidays.</li><li>Must be available for call 24/7. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring constant alertness while working around heavy, moving, potentially hazardous locomotive engines.</li></ul>Compensation and Benefits<ul><li>Conductor Trainees earn a minimum of $200 per shift during on-the-job training, with overtime at $25/hour.</li><li>First-year conductors average $70,000 annually; experienced conductors average $84,000.</li><li>Locomotive engineers earn a guaranteed minimum of $94,000, with potential to exceed $100,000.</li><li>Medical insurance for employees and eligible dependents begins the second calendar month of employment. After one year: dental, life insurance, and 401(k) eligibility.</li><li>Covered under Railroad Retirement benefits and taxes.</li><li>Vacation Eligibility: Years of Service Vacation 1 1 2 2 8 3 17 4 25 5 must meet qualifying days minimum #IND</li></ul>Company OverviewNorfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is a Fortune 300 organization and one of the nations premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway Company subsidiary operates approximately 19,500 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern is a major transporter of industrial products, including chemicals, agriculture, and metals and construction materials. In addition, the railroad operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a principal carrier of coal, automobiles, and automotive parts.At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization. Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.

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