Third Rail Electrician

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Third Rail Electricians inspect, install, maintain and repair all portions of the 3rd rail system, snow melter system, shop Direct Current (DC) systems, and Alternating Current (AC) cable and conduit plant, to ensure the safe delivery of electrical DC power for distribution and train use.

• Install, maintain and replace third rail and associated components (e.g., brackets, insulators, protective covers, etc.) using gas powered, electric, battery-operated and hand tools to ensure proper functionality.
• Inspect and maintain third rail systems including but not limited to snow-melters, shop bug systems, signal power systems and power distribution panels.
• Excavate trenches under and around the right of way to install conduit and power cables.
• Perform electrical connections using various methods (e.g., power bonding, exothermic welding, etc.).
• Install and connect cables for DC power to the third rail, AC feeders and negative circuits.
• Participate in Power Department safety program and demonstrate an understanding of Power Department procedures.
• Attend mandatory trainings (e.g., Roadway Worker Safety, etc.) to obtain/maintain all required qualifications to safely perform job duties.
• Perform electrical work including switching, testing and repairs on live line electrical systems up to 1000-volt range.
• Perform work on the third rail negative system to ensure safe and proper cab signal functionality by installing and maintaining negative return cables between signal boxes and running rails.
• Perform roadway worker duties (e.g., remove track from service, perform Look-Out, etc.) to ensure the safety of the work group.
• Recognize the hazards of electricity and the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform electrical work safely.
• Operate heavy equipment such as cranes, flatbed trucks, excavators and utility vehicles.
• Assess situations to identify possible hazards and take appropriate safety precautions (e.g., PPE usage, etc.).
• Obtain electrical clearances and provide electrical Lock out Tag out protection.
• Operate and pilot on-track high rail equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License or equivalent.
• Experience using electrical and mechanical tools/meters.
• Training or experience operating small equipment (e.g., fork trucks, aerial work platforms, boom trucks, mini excavators, cable pullers, conduit benders, etc.).
• Two years of verifiable experience performing electrical work.
• Current electrical apprentice, trainee, technician or helper with two years of verifiable construction/labor experience.

• Four years of experience in the electrical industry.
• Formal education or training in the electrical field.
• Knowledge of related OSHA regulations.
• Experience working with up to 1000 volts.
• Experience with electrical clearance and Lock out Tag out procedures.
• Training or experience operating heavy equipment (e.g., backhoe, etc.).
• Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Reading comprehension ability; interpersonal skills; communication skills; ability to follow instructions; knowledge of tools and meters and their appropriate usage; skilled in using electrical and mechanical tools (e.g., wrenches, power drills, ratchets, testers, etc.); ability to work with others; basic troubleshooting skills; memorization ability; electrical knowledge; ability and willingness to learn; must be safety conscious; ability to work safely with the hazards of electricity;

ability to perform physically demanding work tasks; ability and willingness to learn new information and participate in job related trainings.

• Must use/wear all safety-related equipment (PPE) in the performance of their duties.
• Must become and maintain roadway worker qualification.

The starting rate for this position is $29.68/hour (70% of the full rate). The annual wage progression scale is as follows:
Year 1 = 65%;
Year 2 = 70%;
Year 3 = 75%;
Year 4 = 80%;
Year 5 =…