Communication Maintainer

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

A C&S (Communications & Signals) Communications maintainer Installs, maintains, replaces, and repairs electrical, electronic, and mechanical communications equipment including power sources, circuits, switching equipment, and transmission facilities to the T-1 level. Also installs CCTV and Intrusion detection systems. Troubleshoots all kinds of communications equipment in order to analyze and isolate malfunctions. This work involves digging, trenching, painting, wiring, and cabling at both inside and outside locations and being a watchman when required. The C&S Communications Helper also operates company vehicles in the performance of their duties as required. Applicants must be able and willing to understand and apply safety rules, practice safe work habits, identify safety risks and avoid potentially risky behaviors and situations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
. The C&S Helper also operates company vehicles in the performance of their duties as required.
. Applicants must be able and willing to understand and apply safety rules, practice safe work habits, identify safety risks and avoid potentially risky behaviors and situations.

. Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats and reflective vests.

. Outside work with exposure to all weather conditions

. Work at heights of 20-30 feet or more above the ground.

. Occasionally work in confined spaces.

. 40 hr workweek that may include vaiable shifts with overtime and work on rest days, holidays and weekends.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
. Must be a minimum of 18 years of age and a high school graduate or GED Equivalent.

. Must be able to lift 50 pounds or more.

. Electronic/Electrical background or education required.
. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license on the date of hire. CDL License preferred.
. Must be able to perform heavy physical labor.
. Must be able to read and understand job information written in English.
. Applicants must be able to perform basic mathematical computations including fractions and decimals.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
. Previous construction experience and/or experience operating construction equipment preferred.
. Two year technical degree or equivalent experience with a background in communications, radio, network, data and/or Network manangement preferred.
. Previous railroad experience in communications maintenance and installation preferred but not required.

COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

The hourly rate is $27.25 - $36.33 (with opportunity for increases, as per the applicable collective bargaining agreement, after beginning employment). Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401k retirement plan; life insurance; paid time off; reimbursement of education; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Some benefits are subject to the collective bargaining agreement. Learn more about our benefits offerings here.

Requisition ID:158249
Posting Location(s):Connecticut
Job Family/Function:Engineering
Relocation Offered:No
Travel Requirements:Up to 25%

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36.33 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Have you worked with fiber optics and cables (CAT 5, CAT 6)?

Experience:

• telecommunication: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person