Road Electrician – Parkersburg, WV

Perform electrical inspection, construction, maintenance, and repair activities on power distribution equipment, floodlight towers, power poles, moveable bridges, generators, turntables, air conditioning units and other fixed electrical facilities. This will include Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) systems.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Ensure compliance with National Electrical Code, National Electrical Safety Code and the Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace (NFPA-70E)
• Install and maintain high and low voltage, overhead and underground wiring and equipment such as: switch heaters, control systems, conduits & cables, cross arms, pole mounted fixtures, transformers & capacitors, outdoor substation apparatus, air systems, fire alarm systems, motors & generators, year/building power & lighting, heating systems, switchboards & meters, battery charging, systems, welding machines, and UPS systems
• Understand, troubleshoot, install, maintain, and operate Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) associated with motor control systems on moveable bridges and turntables
• Install and maintain all classes of exterior/interior wiring for electric, power and roadway lights, including overhead lines, up to 15kv
• Install and maintain electric systems and navigation lights on bridges
• Inspect equipment before each use
• Handle testing instruments for measuring voltage, current power, insulation resistance, etc
• Work with power companies and other vendors to plan and complete job activities
• Interpret and follow electrical codes, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints and other specifications
• Remove and replace defective poles and install conduits and conductors, dig by hand or mechanical means and set poles with the aid of mechanical equipment
• Operate one-man bucket attached to boom of line or bucket truck
• May maneuver fiberglass one-man bucket attached to boom of line or bucket truck
• Know the locations of cutouts and switches in areas of service in order to shorten power outages
• Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager

Pay Rate

Training Rate- $36.92 (While attending REDI)

$41.02/hour full rate upon reporting to assigned location

Training

You will attend paid training, which could be out of town. CSX will pay for travel and lodging as required by collective bargaining agreement.

Selkirk, NY ONLY- This position shares a joint roster between the Mechanical, Facilities, and Signals Departments. Once hired and upon reporting to Selkirk, placement in a position will be determined by the union agreement seniority rule in which bids/awarded positions are based on seniority. When accepting an Electrician position, it’s important to understand that if you hold this positionat Selkirk, you may hold a position in any of these three departments throughout your CSXT career:

• Mechanical Electrician works in a Locomotive Shop.
• Facilities Electrician covers road territory and travels.
• Signals Electrician-Switch Heater covers road territory and travels.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 18 years of age or older
• Valid Driver’s License
• 4 or more years of practical electrical experience
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within 90 days after start
• One year experience reading and interpreting technical drawings or schematics

*If you are unable to obtain a CDL license or at the least make significant progress in obtaining a CDL license within your ninety (90) day probationary period, CSX has the right to revoke your employment by rejecting your application. In the event you fail to obtain a CDL license or make significant progress in obtaining it and your application is not rejected, your ability to bid on open positions/ vacancies will be limited, meaning you will face an increased likelihood of being furloughed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• Licensed Journeyman
• Master Electrician

Physical Requirements

• Heavy work, lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis
• Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb
• Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection
• Distinguish color coded wiring

Basic Competencies

• Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications)
• Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)
• Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)
• Basic Math

Job Requirements

• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
• Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe boots
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
• Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations
• Federal regulations require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol
• Must pass all required assessments
• Must pass a background screening
• Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test
• May require regional travel
• This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is req.

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Closing Statement

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