Working in the rail industry, a Signal Maintainer takes responsibility for the regular servicing of the track’s electrical equipment including lights, wires, and switches. Job duties relevant to this role are listed on the Signal Maintainer Resume as – servicing freight and passenger tracks, performing repairs on subway systems, ensuring all electrical components on railways tracks are in working condition, servicing the tracks regularly, servicing the electrical equipment, installing and testing wires, mechanical components, and tracking switches. The job description also includes replacing faulty wiring, repairing lights, and lubricating gate crossings.
To perform their jobs efficiently, the Signal Maintainers are expected to be well-versed in communication systems, safety and electronics, and circuitry; and be proficient in railroad machinery, electronics, and public safety. A solid understanding of circuitry and general machinery used on railroads is also necessary. Typically, a diploma in electrical technology or electrical engineering is commonly considered as the minimum education requirement.
Headline : Signal Maintainer with expertise in installing systems and conducting electrical tests according to electrical diagrams and specifications. Efficient in earth moving equipment, power/air tools, and other various types of equipment.
Skills : MS Office, Planning SKills, Tracking SKills.
Description :
Operated equipment such as a backhoe and a boom truck.
Manually pulled cable for signal and crossing installation.
Installed railroad crossings and signals.
Wired multiple railroad structures.
Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines.
Prepared and cleaned construction sites by removing debris.
Installed propane tanks and ran gas lines to and from switch heaters.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Signal Maintainer Resume
Objective : Signal Maintainer with 2 years of experience in Performing advanced, quality railroad signal maintenance work in accordance with accepted professional practices, including the general code of operating rules, to ensure optimum performance of railroad signal systems and public and personal safety.
Skills : Commercial Driver, Railroad Signal Maintenance.
Description :
Performed advanced, quality railroad signal maintenance work in accordance with accepted professional practices, including the general code of operating rules, to ensure optimum performance of railroad signal systems and public and personal safety.
Responded to trouble calls reported on railroad wayside and crossing failures.
Evaluated patterns of railroad signal system failures and site engineering activities.
Made appropriate corrections and/or recommend appropriate system improvements in a manner that optimizes available resources.
Complied with company policy and Federal and State rules and regulations governing work activities including those issued by Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Completed required documentation including work reports and hours of service logs in an accurate and timely manner.
Maintained awareness of customers' requirements.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High School Diploma
Signal Maintainer Resume
Objective : Performing daily job briefings, ensuring a proper safety analysis was completed and all possible safety hazards were thoroughly discussed, as well, and what preventative measures could be taken to prevent work-related injuries.
Installed, inspected, tested, repaired, maintained train control systems, wired AC/DC electrical components/circuits and grade crossing warning devices Complied with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Assisted with constructing forms and foundations for signal equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Lubricated moving parts on mechanical equipment including GRS 5H, M-23A switch machines, hand throw switches, flip flop, and switch point derails.
Used proper switch handling techniques.
Familiared with Track/System Profiles and layouts, Timetables and track charts.
Worked with Dispatchers, Trainmasters, and/or Yardmasters to get track time/track blocks, correct Milepost limits, yard permissions, inaccessible track (with derails), and Track Authorities.
Lined switches against the workgroup for added protection.
Familiared with electronically lining, testing, and verifying train routes via VHLC.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
G.E.D
Signal Maintainer Resume
Headline : To obtain a Signal Maintainer position of mutual benefits. Ability Summary I have extensive education and work experience. Also, I have several references available from previous employers.
Acquired class 1 railroad experience in managing the construction and testing of interlocking, grade crossings, and associated circuitry in compliance with Federal Railroad Administration regulations.
Experienced in field signal construction, system commissioning and production responsibilities of assembly of grade crossing instrument shelters, traffic control signal systems.
Used various types of equipment in the construction of signals and grade crossing warning systems such as backhoes, trenchers, boom truck, voltmeters, meggers, and other testing equipment.
Performed repairs and troubleshooting the signal and grade crossing warning control system on main lines and in yards.
Performed monthly testing of signals, switches, grade crossing warning systems, trackside analyzers.
Accessed traffic control systems via laptop computer to make circuitry adjustments.
Installed and maintained electro-mechanical power switches, and electric lock devices.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Diploma
Signal Maintainer Resume
Objective : A solid background based on extensive military training, maintenance and commercial experience demonstrating superior Managerial experience, personal initiative, Technical/Tactical expertise, Troubleshooting, program analyst, program management, and consistent performance success. Adaptable to any kind of technical and administrative challenge requiring reliable delivery of dependable finished products. I have the experience to handle fast paced responsibilities with accuracy and the strictest attention to detail.
Performed preventive, technical and corrective maintenance, Maintenance on pneumatic units and ADHOC test for signal and track forces.
Read Blueprints and usually consisting of troubleshooting electrical circuits, Switches and track issues.
Performed advanced, quality railroad signal maintenance work in accordance with accepted professional practices, including the general code of operating rules, to ensure optimum performance of railroad signal systems for public and personal safety.
Typed of equipment are crossing systems and relays, electric code, and signal systems maintenance.
SAP experienced completing required documentation including work reports, hours of service logs and travel expenses in an accurate and timely manner.
Tested signal circuit connections, using standard electrical testing equipment and drawings.
Complied with company policy and Federal and State rules and regulations governing work activities including those issued by Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Electrical Training
Signal Maintainer Resume
Objective : Seeking a Signal Maintainer profession with an outstanding career opportunity that will offer a rewarding work environment along with a winning team that will fully utilize management skills.
Skills : Team Management, Communication Skills, Customer Service.
Description :
Experienced in field signal construction, system commissioning and production responsibilities of assembly of grade crossing instrument shelters, traffic control signal systems.
Used various types of equipment in the construction of signals and grade crossing warning systems such as backhoes, trenchers, boom truck, voltmeters, meggers, and other testing equipment.
Performed repairs and troubleshooting the signal and grade crossing warning control system on main lines and in yards.
Performed monthly testing of signals, switches, grade crossing warning systems, trackside analyzers.
Accessed traffic control systems via laptop computer to make circuitry adjustments.
Managed equipment and supply inventory.
Tested and verified correct operation of S&C systems and equipment.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
G.E.D
Signal Maintainer Resume
Headline : Hardworking, organized, Signal Maintainer professional with a proven background delivering sensible business technology solutions on time and under budget while working as a team member or team leader.
Skills : MS Office, Planning SKills, Installation Skills.
Description :
Safely installed and maintained crossings, switches, and signals for the movement of trains.
Operated boom truck and bucket trucks.
Located cable for safe digging for construction crews.
Read and interpreted blueprints.
Accurately worked with wiring for both AC and DC.
Used several meters and tools for quality testing.
Worked in all types of weather.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Certificate In Electrical Theory
Signal Maintainer Resume
Headline : Experienced Signal Maintainer seeks opportunity with an organization that allows room for professional growth and advancement. Currently updating electrical skills I training, possesses strong working experience in the field.
Skills : Management SKills, Troubleshooting, Communication Skills.
Description :
Tested and repaired safety-sensitive circuits; checking for grounds on pole line, underground cables, bungalows, crossing equipment, and other apparatuses.
Provided monthly Inspection and test reports mandated by the FRA.
Performed diagnostics in the field with a laptop computer using Pro-Com Plus software.
Maintained a variety of circuits to minimize potential trouble, including current and voltage levels for optimal performance.
Processed vital weekly/monthly service, operational, and personnel reports.
Issued materials to the appropriate AFE or billable codes entered into the AS400 software program.
Responsible for AFE projects (Annual Fiscal Expenditures) within my region including developing the implementation timetable and program while working to stay within the budget.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Signal Maintainer Resume
Objective : Signal Maintainer with 3+ years of experience in Using proper lockout/Tagout procedures for (out of service) switches and derails, Notifying Signal Supervisor, Lead Maintainer or Manager of present and future concerns of our customers.
Installed railroad signals and grade crossing warning devices.
Performed all electrical wiring of signal systems.
Tested signal circuits utilizing standard electrical testing equipment.
Utilized electronic cable locator to locate underground cable.
Spliced underground cables.
Able to operate backhoe, trencher, and boom truck.
Climbed poles and signal masts.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Associates' In Electronics
Signal Maintainer Resume
Headline : Maintaining proper communication with the dispatcher, Managing all documentation requirements set forth by the Federal Railroad Administration.
Skills : Defensive Tactics, Microsoft Office, Welding, Automotive Troubleshooting, Electrical.
Description :
Ensured that all safety rules that are implemented are followed and report any unsafe conditions.
Followed all on track procedures for roadway workers, as well as the standard and practices used in the signal department.
Responsible for working safely and having a safe work environment as well as working as a team.
Responsible for getting fall protection for maintainers in the southern area and getting ladders fixed and platforms upgraded.
Safely worked in all types of weather conditions with proper safety equipment.
Responded immediately to on-call situations.
Operated with on-call status 24/7 and every third weekend to protect three territories comprising two hundred miles; responding without delay to trouble calls prompted by field reports that troubleshooting and or repairs were required for safe and efficient movement of trains.
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