2027 Electrical Apprentice Signal Trainee (Bluefield, WV)

We need to output HTML fragment with sections: About the role? The description includes introductory paragraphs. We'll need to decide sections: About the role (maybe description), Responsibilities, Qualifications, Benefits, Pay, Schedule? The posting includes compensation and benefits details, schedule (on-call, travel). We'll include sections only if there is real content. We must not repeat job title as heading. No Job ID. Remove boilerplate. We need to preserve all substantive info. Let's extract content: Intro: "At Norfolk Southern, we believe that our people power 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. If you're ready 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, and maintain signal systems that are critical to safe and efficient rail operations." Then "What Should You Know": bullet points: seniority-based union position, bid on positions may be outside training location, relocation may be necessary, relocation assistance not provided, must be available to work on-call 24/7 including holidays nights weekends, extensive travel during training up to 75%, must join BRS within 60 days of establishing seniority, must obtain Class A CDL within 90 days of hire (training provided). Then "Training": lasts approx 52 weeks includes classroom and field instruction. Link to video. Classroom Training: three sessions (3 weeks each) at NS Training Center in McDonough, GA. Hotel accommodations, mileage reimbursement, meal stipends provided. Field Training: hands-on experience with construction and maintenance crews across seniority district. Evaluations: periodic written and practical assessments. Successful completion places apprentices on seniority roster and makes them eligible to bid on Signal Maintainer position. Seniority Districts list: Eastern Region North (ERN) Norfolk & Western (NW) Southern Lines East (SLE) Southern Lines West (SLW) WRE (Western Region East (WRE) Western Region West (WRW). Then link to video. Then "Job Responsibilities": list of duties. Then "Qualifications – Required": list. Then "Qualifications – Preferred": list. Then "Physical And Mental Job Requirements": list. Then "Work Conditions": list. Then "Compensation And Benefits": details: Weeks 1-3 (Classroom): $1,200/week. Apprentice Periods: First 130 days: $36.48/hr. Second 130 days: $36.85/hr. Post-Apprenticeship (Signal Maintainer): $37.98/hr+. Benefits Include: Medical coverage begins first day of second month after hire; Health insurance (80/20 or 85/15 plan); $20,000 life insurance; 401(k) eligibility from day one; Dental and vision coverage after one year of service. Then "Company Overview": description of Norfolk Southern. Then EEO statement (boilerplate) to remove. We need to output sections: About the role (intro + What Should You Know? maybe combined), Responsibilities, Qualifications (maybe split required and preferred? Could combine but we can have subheadings? The instruction: use

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About the role

At Norfolk Southern, we believe that our people power 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. If you're ready 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, and maintain signal systems that are critical to safe and efficient rail operations.

What you should know:

• Seniority‑based union position; you will bid on available positions, which may be located outside your training location; relocation may be necessary based on bid outcome (no relocation assistance).
• Must be available to work on‑call, 24/7, including holidays, nights and weekends.
• Extensive travel during training (up to 75%).
• Must join the Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen (BRS) within 60 days of establishing seniority.
• Must obtain a Class A CDL within 90 days of hire (training provided by Norfolk Southern).

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Training lasts approximately 52 weeks and includes classroom and field instruction. Classroom training consists of three 3‑week sessions at the NS Training Center in McDonough, GA, with hotel accommodations, mileage reimbursement, and meal stipends provided. Field training provides hands‑on experience with construction and maintenance crews across your seniority district, with periodic written and practical assessments. Successful completion places apprentices on the seniority roster and makes them eligible to bid on Signal Maintainer positions. Seniority districts include Eastern Region North (ERN), Norfolk & Western (NW), Southern Lines East (SLE), Southern Lines West (SLW), Western Region East (WRE), and Western Region West (WRW).

Then Responsibilities:

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Work with 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: combine required, preferred, physical, work conditions.

Qualifications

Required:

• 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Obtain a Class A CDL within 90 days of hire (training provided); must pass commercial driver medical certification.
• Pass pre‑employment FRA drug and alcohol screening.
• No conviction for, or state action to cancel/revoke/suspend/deny a motor vehicle license for operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance in the past 36 months.
• No conviction for, or state action to cancel/revoke/suspend/deny a motor vehicle license for refusal to undergo required testing when a law enforcement official seeks to determine impairment.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

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 of experience in electrical, mechanical, or field service work.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in basic computer applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Effective time management and communication skills.

Physical and mental job requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Capable of climbing, bending, stooping, and working at heights.
• Ability to walk long distances on uneven terrain.
• Meet FRA/FMCSA physical standards: visual acuity ≥20/40 in each eye (with or without corrective lenses); color vision must pass FRA‑approved tests (lenses to improve color vision not permitted); hearing loss no greater than 40 dB average at 500, 1000, and 2000 Hz in better ear (hearing aid permitted).

Work conditions:

• Outdoor field work in all weather conditions.
• Extensive travel during training (up to 75%).
• On‑call and weekend availability required.
• Union membership required (BRS).

Pay:

Pay

• Weeks 1–3 (classroom): $1,200 per week.
• Apprentice period – first 130 days: $36.48 per hour.
• Apprentice period – second 130 days: $36.85 per hour.
• Post‑apprenticeship (Signal Maintainer): $37.98 per hour or higher.

Benefits:

Benefits

• Medical coverage begins the first day of the second month after hire.
• Health insurance (80/20 or 85/15 plan).
• $20,000 life insurance.
• 401(k) eligibility from day one.
• Dental and vision coverage after one year of service.

Schedule:

Schedule

• On‑call availability required 24/7, including holidays, nights and weekends.
• Extensive travel during training (up to 75%).
• Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

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