Electrical Pier Technician

Job Highlights

Company Profile

CSX is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal, and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across various markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products.

Job Profile

The company is looking for an Electrical Pier Technician who will perform electrical and mechanical repairs on export terminal equipment and operate loading and unloading equipment when necessary.

Education Level

• High School Diploma or GED
• 18 years of age or older

Work Experience

• 4 years of experience working as an electrician in an industrial environment reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Journeyman or Master Licensed Electrician

Duties/Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical component malfunctions
• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Handle testing instruments for measuring voltage, current, power, insulation resistance, etc.
• 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 marine navigation lights.
• Install and maintain electrical wiring and equipment such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), electrical equipment 12VDC to 13,000VAC, generators, switchboards, meters, lighting systems, electric welding machines, weighing and scale systems, heating/air-conditioning units, motor control systems, and various drive unit transformers
• Install and maintain high and low voltage, overhead and underground wiring and equipment such as switch heaters, control systems, conduits and cables, cross arms, pole mounted fixtures, transformers and capacitors, outdoor substation apparatus, air systems, fire alarm systems, motors and generators, yard/building power & lighting, heating systems, switchboards and meters, battery charging, systems, welding machines, and UPS systems.
• Know the locations of cutouts and switches in areas of service to shorten power outages.
• Operate loading and unloading equipment such as overhead cranes, 100-ton coal car dumpers, ship loaders, conveyor belt systems and feeders, coal crushers, and other equipment
• Operate a one-man bucket attached to the boom of the line or bucket truck. May maneuver fiberglass one-man bucket attached to the boom of line or bucket truck.
• Perform electrical and mechanical repairs to pier equipment such as lighting and heating, including both low-voltage and high-voltage repairs
• Perform electrical inspection, construction, maintenance, and repair activities on power distribution equipment such as floodlight towers, power poles, moveable bridges, generators, turntables, air conditioning units, and other fixed electrical facilities.
• 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.
• Understand, troubleshoot, install, maintain, and operate Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) associated with motor control systems
• Work with power companies and other vendors to plan and complete job activities.
• Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by the manager

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

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

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity, tracking, and inspection
• Employees must complete the Weight Limitation Survey before bidding or bumping to any position that requires the Safety Policy on Weight Limitations of Equipment
• Heavy work, lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis
• Meet CSX Fall Restraint Safety Requirements
• Reach, handle, finger, and feel
• Safety Policy on Weight Limitations of Equipment
• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, balance, and climb

Job Requirements

• Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations.
• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Ensure compliance with the National Electrical Code, National Electrical Safety Code, and the Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace (NFPA-70E)
• Federal regulations require random testing for drugs or alcohol.
• Must pass a background screening.
• Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test.
• Must pass all required assessments.
• Wear protective equipment such as a hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe boots.
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work.
• Work safely to prevent on-the-job accidents and injuries.

Employer’s Statement

CSX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.