Communications - Maintainer

Install, maintain, replace and repair electrical and electronic communications equipment. Employees must be able to meet and comply with the manufacturer's weight limitation safety rating and recommendations for any equipment associated with performing their duties, including the 300 lb. safety rating for ladders (both portable and affixed) and fall arrest equipment.

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Install, maintain, replace, and check communication equipment including, but not limited to, cables, computers, printers, monitors, radios, telephones, modems, wireless components, security cameras, batteries, connectors, various parts and testing equipment
• Cut, splice, and pull cable on ground, poles, and towers
• Use trenching equipment to bury equipment and cables in ground
• Receive and record inventory delivery
• Retrieve parts from inventory to install and maintain equipment
• Transport tools and equipment to jobsite by truck
• Install wiring in offices and field locations
• Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager

$42.68/hr (may vary by location)

Required paid training per collective bargaining agreement, which may occur outside your work location.

• High School Diploma/GED
• Valid Driver's License
• 21 years of age or older
• Must currently possess a CDL or obtain one within 90 days of start date
• Must currently possess an FCC license or obtain one within 90 days of start date
• Two years of experience in communications related field

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A with Airbrake Endorsement
• Two years of experience operating heavy equipment
• Two year technical degree or equivalent experience in network management
• FCC License

• Heavy work, lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis
• Climb ladders and poles up to 40 feet to make repairs, tests and installations
• Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb

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

• May require regional travel
• 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
• May require background check
• Must pass all required assessments
• Must pass a post‑offer medical examination, including a drug test
• Federal regulations require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol

CSX is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled. 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 on the basis of disability.