October 2022

Job Summary:

The Locomotive Electrician is responsible for testing, inspecting, and repairing electrical components of both locomotive and remote-control systems. Electricians are also responsible for scheduled maintenance, diagnosing electrical malfunctions, and reading locomotive monitoring systems to troubleshoot potential issues.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure federal and company compliance standards for inspection and repair of diesel locomotives electrical system.
• Use schematics to diagnose and install electrical locomotive equipment
• Use technical data to troubleshoot locomotive failures
• Safely operate locomotives to build outbound consist
• Comply with all company and federal safety standards

Job Requirements:

• Position is a union-represented position on the Belt Railway IBEW seniority roster
• Complete three year electrician apprenticeship
• Work hours may include nonstandard workweek with various shift as well as overtime and holiday coverage.
• No travel required
• Must complete initial background check and is subject to random drug testing
• Be able to work in all weather conditions
• Stoop/bend/kneel/climb on frequent basis
• Ability to carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Walking over uneven terrain and getting on and off equipment

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Basic technical knowledge of diesel engines
• Must have valid driver’s license
• Must be 20 years of age

Knowledge and Skills:

• Verbal comprehension and communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
• Ability to read precision instruments and use calibration equipment
• Experience working with both high and low voltage electricity