Signal Electrician MetroLink - Ewing

Performs highly skilled technical work in the inspection troubleshooting, maintenance, repair and diagnostic analysis of the MetroLink wayside signal and train control systems, and highway grade crossing warning systems. The position requires extensive knowledge of both AC and DC electrical systems, knowledge of mechanical systems, and a thorough knowledge of the specifications and functioning of wayside signal, train control system, and highway grade crossing warning systems.

Assists in the maintenance and repair of other electrical systems of the MetroLink light rail system during emergencies and service disruptions.s.

Job Responsibilities Installs, inspects, maintains, repairs and provides diagnostic analysis on the wayside signaling and train control equipment, including but not limited to: interlocking signals, track circuits, relays, signal equipment houses and their components, grade crossing warning flashers and crossing gates, underground cable, switch machines and power distribution to switches and switch heaters Responds to calls for service to diagnose and correct emergencies involving MetroLink electrical systems on a twenty-four (24) hour basis.

Operates various vehicles and equipment associated with the maintenance and repair of the Metro electrical systems both on the road and on rail. Performs activation and deactivation of signal and train control systems, and assists in activation and deactivation of the electric traction power systems, and other electrical systems during emergencies and service disruptions. Assists in the maintenance and repair of traction power systems of the MetroLink light rail system during emergencies and service disruptions.

Assist in the maintenance and repair of electrical support systems, such as power, lighting and power control systems at all MetroLink stations and along the MetroLink System during emergencies and service disruptions. Trims trees, bushes and shrubs on Metro Property around electrical systems, including, but not limited to, signal house and grade crossings.