Electrician

About the role

Do you have at least 1 year of electrical experience in commercial or industrial environments? 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. Multiple locations and must be willing to work in Morrisville, PA. This is a Unionized position.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform specialized maintenance on equipment including insulation, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, communication, lighting, door, propulsion, and automatic train control and air brake systems.
• Install, service and repair electrical panels, wiring, lighting, and fixtures as well as specialized electrical equipment and machinery.
• Replace defective air filters, solid-state control boards, Freon, relays and pressure switches in HVAC system.
• Locate defective motor components using proper test equipment (meters).
• Perform safety control tests on doors, Cab Signal System, and braking systems.
• Replace defective pressure switches and micros switches in air brake system.
• Maintain and repair any electrical components on gear pullers, presses, and crane motors.
• Remove defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools.
• Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures following routine and all standards of performance. Maintain a safe working environment.

Requirements

• Pass NJ Transit’s Electrician Aptitude Test
• Demonstrate knowledge of OHMS laws, instrumentation, digital circuits, communication, computers
• Demonstrate experience with control valves, transmitters, and PLC
• Understand high voltage systems, grounding systems, fuses, and transformer maintenance
• Troubleshoot and repair basic electrical tools such as multi-meter, voltage tester, etc.
• Read electrical circuit diagrams and electrical blueprints
• Successfully pass the pre-screening process including drug test, physical, and criminal,