Electrical Apprentice Signal Trainee (Birmingham, AL

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Company: Norfolk Southern Corp.

Requisition 40169:
Electrical Apprentice Signal Trainee (Birmingham, AL)

We are accepting applications to build a pipeline of qualified candidates for upcoming hiring needs. Candidates who successfully complete the hiring process may be considered for training classes between late 2026 and mid-2027, based on business needs and location availability.

At Norfolk Southern, we believe that ourpeoplepower progress. Our culture is built on our SPIRIT values—Safety, Performance, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork—whichguidehow we work, lead, and grow together. Ifyou'reready to launch a career in railroad signal maintenance and contribute to the safety and reliability of train operations, we invite you to explore the Apprentice Signal Trainee role.

This hands-on, field-based position prepares individuals for a career in signal maintenance through structured classroom instruction and on-the-job training. Apprentice Signal Trainees learn to install, inspect, andmaintainsignal systems that are critical to safe and efficient rail operations.

This is a seniority-based union position.

You willbe required to bid on available positions, which may belocatedoutside your training location.

Relocation may be necessary based on the outcome of the bid process.

Relocationassistanceis not provided for this position.

You must be available to work on-call, 24/7, including holidays,nightsand weekends.

Extensive travel isrequiredduring training (up to 75%).

You willbe required to join the Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen (BRS) within
60 daysofestablishingseniority.

You must obtaina ClassA CDL within
90 daysof hire (training provided by Norfolk Southern)

Training lasts approximately
52 weeksand includes both classroom and field instruction.

Classroom Training:

Three sessions (3 weeks each) at the NS Training Center in McDonough, GA. Hotel accommodations, mileage reimbursement, and meal stipends provided.

Field Training:

Hands-on experience with construction and maintenance crews across your seniority district.

Evaluations:

Periodic written and practical assessments.

Successful completion of the training program places apprentices on the seniority roster and makes them eligible to bid on Signal Maintainer position.

Perform FRA-required inspections and testing of signal systems and grade crossings.

Install,maintain, and repair signal equipment including signal lights, switch machines, and electrical switch locks

Crossing warning devices and interlocking systems

Positive Train Control (PTC) and cab signal systems

Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical diagrams.

Operate hand tools, electrical testing instruments, and heavy equipment

Accurately document inspections, repairs, and installations.

Work safely in outdoor environments under varying weather conditions.

Respond to on-call assignments, including nights and weekends.

You mustbe 18 years or older.

High school diploma or GED.

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

You must obtaina ClassA CDL within
90 daysof hire (training provided by Norfolk Southern)

This includes passing acommercialdrivermedical certification examination.

Must pass pre-employment Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) drug and alcohol screening.

Must not have a conviction for, or completed state action to cancel, revoke, suspend, or deny a motor vehicledriverslicense for,operatinga motor vehicle while under the influence of or impaired by alcohol or a controlled substance

In the past
36 months,Mustnot have conviction for,or completed state action to cancel, revoke, suspend, or deny a motor vehicle driver's license for, refusal to undergo such testing as is required by State or foreign law when a law enforcement official seeks to determine whether a person is operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Technical certificate or associate degree in Electrical Technology, Electronics Engineering, or related…