Keolis Commuter Services · 12 hours ago
Railroad Rolling Stock Electrician
Somerville, MA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$38.81/hr - $38.81/hrKeolis Commuter Services is a company that operates and maintains the Commuter Rail network in Massachusetts. They are seeking a Railroad Rolling Stock Electrician to perform inspection, installation, service maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems on locomotives and coaches.
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Responsibilities
Performs inspection, installation, service maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems on locomotives and coaches
Accountable for the prompt completion of electrical duties, and other similar/related duties as assigned
Demonstrates understanding and adheres to the KCS principles of Employee Engagement, Operational Excellence, Safety & Security, and Economic Performance
Completes all work in compliance with FRA, OSHA, MBTA, KCS, and other local, state, and federal authorities
Installs, inspects, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs all electrical circuits, conduits, components and systems within railroad locomotives and passenger coaches, as designated by the KCS Mechanical Department management
Establishes and maintains an effective working relationship with supervisors, co-workers, vendors, and all other KCS personnel
Successfully communicates with a variety of disciplines at all levels with both internal and external staff
Performs other related duties as assigned in normal operation and/or in emergencies
Safely performs all duties without risk of injury to yourself or others
Complies with all related safety rules and procedures including reporting hazards as required
Documents job tasks and work performed manually or electronically and submitted as required
Attends and participates in all assigned training
Completes other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Electro-mechanical job experience, journeyman license, apprentice position, or other related applicable experience preferred (i.e., automotive/aircraft/railroad industrial troubleshooting and repair)
Works with Alternating and Direct (AC/DC) Electrical Current at both low voltage and high voltage levels
Understands and respects the dangers of working with large batteries, capacitors, contactors, etc
Demonstrated ability to Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipment
Read and interpret electrical schematics
Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical circuits and equipment
Exercise judgment in the selection of proper tools, methods, and equipment
Read/understand written/verbal instructions for successful completion of equipment upgrades and modifications
Exercises familiarity with specialty electrical tooling and electrical meters with proven ability to use such tooling
Must possess strong oral, written communication, and interpersonal skills
Able to learn in a classroom and/or shop floor setting
Demonstrates understanding and adheres to the KCS principles of Employee Engagement, Operational Excellence, Safety & Security, and Economic Performance
Completes all work in compliance with FRA, OSHA, MBTA, KCS, and other local, state, and federal authorities
Installs, inspects, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs all electrical circuits, conduits, components and systems within railroad locomotives and passenger coaches, as designated by the KCS Mechanical Department management
Establishes and maintains an effective working relationship with supervisors, co-workers, vendors, and all other KCS personnel
Successfully communicates with a variety of disciplines at all levels with both internal and external staff
Performs other related duties as assigned in normal operation and/or in emergencies
Safely performs all duties without risk of injury to yourself or others
Complies with all related safety rules and procedures including reporting hazards as required
Documents job tasks and work performed manually or electronically and submitted as required
Attends and participates in all assigned training
Completes other duties as assigned
A valid driver's license is required to successfully travel throughout the Commuter Rail network and locations as assigned
Mechanical shop-based work
Work can be in small and enclosed workspaces
This position requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, climb ladders, talk and listen, lift (up to 50 pounds) and reach with both hands and both arms
Must be able to travel and work at all hours and at all commuter rail locations in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, in all weather conditions
Position requires ability to climb onto rail equipment
Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus are also required
The position will be exposed to loud environments, outdoor weather, fumes, or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, and electricity
Benefits
Generous Medical & Rx plan
Dental & Vision Plan
Railroad Retirement Benefits - a federal program that administers retirement, survivor, unemployment, and sickness benefits to U.S. railroad workers and their families.
Fidelity 401K Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
Transit and Parking Reimbursement Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Company Sponsored Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefits
Education Assistance
Short- & Long-term Disability Benefits
Voluntary Benefits Plan options including
Supplemental health plans for accidents, critical illness, hospital stays
Pet, Home, Auto insurance
Company
Keolis Commuter Services
Keolis Commuter Services is a transportation company providing passenger transportation services.
Founded in 2013
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Manuel Liongson
Chief Financial Officer, VP of Finance, Planning & Performance
Philip O'Donnell, CPA, CGMA
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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