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Job Details: Diesel Locomotive Electrician

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Reference	031694
Recruiter	CSX
Industry Sector	Electrician, Mechanic, Mechanical engineering jobs in rail, Other Mechanical, Rolling Stock, Railcar, Depots, Plants jobs
Salary	Negotiable
Town/City* (Required for Job Alerts)	Brunswick
Locations	Rail jobs in USA, Railroad jobs Maryland
Contract Type	Permanent
Date Posted	03 September 2010

Job Description
Description Job Summary Maintain, repair, rebuild, inspect and install all electrical wiring and equipment on diesel electric locomotives, passenger trains, motor cars, tractors and trucks. Primary Activities and Responsibilities •Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) •Wire, maintain, repair, rebuild, inspect and install equipment such as: Rheostats, Control Systems, Transformers, Motors & Generators, Welding Machines, Electric Lighting Fixtures, Winding Armatures, Battery Charging Systems, Magnet Coils, Switchboards & Meters, Compensators & Rotors, Electrical Collectors •Inside and outside wiring at shops, buildings, and yards and on structures •Measure, cut, thread, bend, and assemble connections to control panels and junction boxes •Test circuit connections •Diagnose, repair, and replace electrical malfunctions in components including loading charging, transition problems, wheel slip, sander circuits and high and low voltage grounds •Perform work activities utilizing voltages up to 1200 and amperages up to 1500 •Examine parts for wear and/or defects such as brushes contact tips, slip rings, armatures, diodes, bearings and fuses •Interpret test instrument indicators •Repair speed recorders, air compressors, turbo and fuel pumps and temperature switches •Change light bulbs on locomotives and building •Interpret information from computer monitors or printouts Pay Rate Training - USD 22.59/hour Full Journeyman Electrician- USD 25.10/hour Apprentice (1st 345 work days) - 90% of journeyman rate Apprentice (2nd 345 work days) - 95 % of journeyman rate Training You will attend five weeks of training at the Railroad Education & Development Institute in Atlanta, GA. CSX will pay for travel, lodging and meals as provided in the applicable training agreement. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications •High School diploma/GED •18 years of age or older •Valid Drivers License •Read blueprints, locomotive system prints, schematics, physical location prints, graphs and charts Preferred Qualifications •Four years plus electrician experience Basic Competencies •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 Physical Requirements •Heavy work, lifting up to 70 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis •Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/balance/climb on an occasional basis •Walk long distances over uneven terrain •Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection Employment Conditions •Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries •Wear protective equipment such as hearing protection, safety-toe boots, or safety glasses •Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime and various shift work •Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations •Must pass all required assessments •Must pass a background screening •Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including drug and physical capabilities test •This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement; membership is required •Work in a setting requiring frequent revision of work assignments Environmental Conditions Work outside in all weather conditions, in confined spaces and/or at elevated heights. Safety Commitment Safety is a way of life at CSX, encompassing every aspect of company operations. Guided by a policy of ensuring the safety of our employees, our customers and the communities we serve, CSX works relentlessly to prevent accidents and injuries. Not only is it the right thing to do, but when a company puts safety first, everyone benefits: the employees and their families, the customers and the communities.

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Job Details: Diesel Locomotive Electrician

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