Electrician Trainee (Catenary/Lineman)

Rail Operations

Job Description:

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time–and we're looking to hire talented folks with a commitment to excellence to make it all possible.

Positions are located at any of NJ TRANSIT’s rail facilities within the states of NJ, NY and PA. Travel may be necessary. Please see our Rail System Maps on NJTransit.com.

ELECTRICIAN TRAINEE (CATENARY/LINEMAN)

Electrician Trainees are assigned to assist qualified Catenary Linemen working from an elevated position in a high-voltage environment, conduct general installation, repair, and maintenance of the overhead, high-tension wire system.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.

• Must have a current NJ driver’s license.

• Must pass a NJ Transit pre-employment exam for this position.

• Must be able to work all shifts, Saturdays Sundays, and holidays.

• Must complete the pre-employment background check which includes criminal, former employer, Social Security, license and proof of graduation and reference checks.

• Must enroll in labor union representing this position.

• If you are a current NJ Transit Employee, your work records covering a three-year period will be reviewed, i.e. attendance, safety, disciplinary records, and a review form will be forwarded to your current supervisor for completion.

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment test.

  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Climb steel structures, stoop, bend, crawl, balance, kneel.

• Be exposed to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basis.

• Wear protective equipment such as hardhat, safety glasses, and safety-toe boots, safety vest, etc.

• Wear company issued FR clothing while on duty.

  At NJ Transit, you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:

• Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

• Flexible Spending Account

• Life Insurance

• Paid Leave

• Tuition Assistance

• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan

• Retirement Plans

• • 401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution

• 401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match

• 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan

  At NJ TRANSIT, diversity and inclusivity are vital to our success as are committed to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and veteran status. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join our team.

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  This position is deemed safety sensitive per the Department of Transportation (DOT) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

  The DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of marijuana for any reason . It is unacceptable for any safety-sensitive employee subject to drug testing under DOT regulations to use recreational or medical marijuana. The prohibitionincludes any derivative of marijuana such as CBD oils, teas, etc. T he use of recreational and medical marijuana is a violation of NJ TRANSIT’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy for safety-sensitive employees.