Communications Trainee

Rail Operations

Job Description:

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Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you will join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe and reliable service that transports our customers to their destinations on time—and interested in hiring skilled individuals with a passion for learning to make it all possible.

Roles and Responsibilities of Communications Trainees:

• The Communications Trainee is an entry level position within the Engineering Department – Communications at New Jersey Transit Rail Operations.

• Employees of the Communications Department are responsible for the installation, testing, and maintenance of all equipment associated with railroad signaling (including but not limited to highway grade crossings, electrical/mechanical switches, and railway traffic control signals).

Roles and Responsibilities of Assistant Maintainer

• Excavate railroad right-of-ways for cable/conduit installations.

• Cutting tree limbs and brush overgrowth interfering with signal systems.

• Climbing stairwells and ladders (with fall prevention equipment) to perform work.

• Walking over and working on top on fixed overhead fixed and movable railroad bridges.

• Cleaning and painting of exterior/interior signal equipment housing.

• Transport employees, supplies, and equipment to various locations throughout New Jersey with company vehicles.

• Working outdoors in all types of weather conditions, including in confined spaces and at various heights.

• Assist fellow Signal Department employees in all manners of work involving the installation, testing, and maintenance of all forms of signal apparatus and functions.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• A High School diploma or its educational equivalent (GED) approved by the State’s Department of Education or recognized accredited organization.

• Electrical and/or electronic experience either through prior work experience, military, or through completion of a technical or trade school.

• Knowledge and understanding of basic electricity: series and parallel circuits, Ohm’s Law, resistance, etc.

• Knowledge and understanding of basic electronics: diodes, capacitors, rectifiers, circuit boards, etc.

• Must possess the physical aptitude to perform electrical and electronic work.

• Must possess the ability to be able to learn and use various types of electrical measuring instruments.

• Must possess a physical ability to use various types of hand and power tools.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

• Must be able to work various shifts, holidays, and weekends.

• Must be able to apply pushing and pulling force of (60) sixty pounds pressure during manual cranking operation of railroad switches.

• Mechanical knowledge and work experience, i.e. auto mechanic, airline mechanic preferred.

• Military experience will be taken into consideration.

• Prior railroad experience as a Signal Department will be taken into consideration.

• Perform heavy lifting and carrying tasks with the weight of up to (50) fifty pounds.

At NJ TRANSIT we support and depend upon the diversity of our staff. NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Advancement Opportunities and Wage Progression

• Comprehensive Family Health Insurance - Medical, Dental, Prescription, Vision

• Flexible Spending Account

• Paid Leave and Paid Time Off (personal, sick, and vacation days)

• Life Insurance

• 401(a) Retirement Plan - up to 5% match and 457-Deferred Savings Plan

• U.S. Railroad Retirement Benefits (RRB)

At NJ TRANSIT, diversity and inclusivity are vital to our success as are committed to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and veteran status. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join our team.

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This position is deemed safety sensitive per the Department of Transportation (DOT) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

The DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of marijuana for any reason . It is unacceptable for any safety-sensitive employee subject to drug testing under DOT regulations to use recreational or medical marijuana. The prohibition includes any derivative of marijuana such as CBD oils, teas, etc. T he use of recreational and medical marijuana is a violation of NJ TRANSIT’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy for safety-sensitive employees.