Communication Maintainer
Communication Maintainer
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The Communications Maintainer will install inspect and test all Metras indoor and outdoor communication systems at various locations. Perform all maintenance and repair of all telecommunication equipment including VHF/UHF radios and radio dispatching systems public address and video surveillance systems automatic revenue collection equipment alarm monitors GPS networks fiber optic systems and communication computer networks. Conduct component and circuit board level repair as well as macroscopic troubleshooting of major systems. Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). This position is issued a cellular phone and is subject to oncall status including nights weekends and holidays per the union contract.
This is a Union position. Starting pay rates may vary based on entry rates in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act not the Social Security Administration.
- Associate degree in Electronics OR in lieu of specified degree any combination of education and telecommunications and/or military experience that equals (2) two years.
- Must have three (3) years of communications work experience that includes Board level Radio communication Radio Frequency (RF) repair inside/outside plant telecommunication equipment/systems or computer/computer networking.
- Must be Operating Rules qualified within six (6) months of hire
- Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license.
Preferred
- Federal Communications Commission License preferred.
Metra employees in an active review period under the current discipline policy or who have documented attendance or performance issues will not be considered and/or selected for this position.
Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana Metra prohibits applicants andemployees use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia) or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies including synthetic and/or nonsynthetic substances such as THC for any reason for preemployment screening purposes while on duty subject to duty on Metra property or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.
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Employment Type
Full Time
