Electrical Apprentice Signal Trainee; Chesapeake, VA

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Company: Norfolk Southern Corp.

Requisition 39578: 2026 Electrical Apprentice Signal Trainee (Chesapeake, VA

Description

At Norfolk Southern, we believe that ourpeoplepower progress. Our culture is built on our SPIRIT values—Safety, Performance, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork—which guide how 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.

What Should You Know

This is a seniority-based union position.

You will be required to bid on available positions, which may be located outside 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 obtain a Class A CDL within
90 daysof hire (training provided by Norfolk Southern)

Training

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

Click on the link below tolearn more about our training program :

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.

Qualifications – Required

You mustbe 18 years or older.

High school diploma or GED.

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

You must obtain a Class A 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, Must not 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.

Qualifications – Preferred

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

OSHA 10/30, First Aid/CPR, TWIC card.

1–2 years in electrical, mechanical, or field service work.

Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.

Ability to work independently and as part of a…