PATH Signal Trainee Job ID: 30890 Department: Rail Transit Location: PATH Consolidated Shop Responsibilities The Signal Trainee is an employee in training to qualify for the position of Signal Repairman I. Each Trainee will participate in a program for a two (2) year duration consisting of formal classroom training and on-the-job training, including quarterly rotating tours on each shift and at various locations throughout PATH. Under the direct supervision of the Signal Supervisor and journey level Signal Repairmen, the Signal Trainee performs semi-skilled duties assisting in the installation, construction, test, maintenance, and repair of signal system apparatus and facilities. Signal Trainees are subject to FRA Hours of Service regulations. NOTE: The foregoing is not exclusive and is not meant to describe all those duties that may be assigned to a Signal Trainee pursuant to the agreement between PATH and the Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen (BRS). NOTE: While successfully participating in the Signal Training Program, the incumbent will not be considered for transfer to any other position, craft, or Division within PATH. Qualifications Candidates must present the following qualifications to be considered eligible for this position: * Education: Associates Degree or higher, or successful completion of vocational/technical program, in the electrical, electronics, computer, or communications resulting in a diploma or certification is required. * Experience: Minimum one (1) year full-time paid work experience* performing semi-skilled duties in the installation, testing, maintenance, servicing, and/or repair of electrical/mechanical equipment or comparable maintenance or construction experience. Substantial relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree/diploma. NOTE: Candidates who claim work experience outside of PATH, to meet the experience requirement noted above are required to submit/attach the following information when through the resume feature of the application system: * Name of previous employer, address and phone number * Name of Contact Person * Dates of employment * A detailed description of your job duties. NOTE: THIS INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO VERIFICATION. PREVIOUSLY SUBMITTED INFORMATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Physical Requirements: Candidates must have the physical ability to lift and carry heavy tools and material, climb and work at heights, and have unrestricted sense of sight, smell, and hearing. Color acuity is necessary to correctly identify wires, especially an ability to distinguish basic colors such as red, orange, yellow, green and blue. License: Valid drivers license required. How This Position Will Be Filled: 1. WRITTEN EXAMINATION: The written exam is designed to measure knowledge of such factors as reading comprehension, mechanical reasoning, basic math skills, and electrical aptitude. 2. INTERVIEW: The interview will consist of technical questions designed to measure such factors as job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities; interest and personal qualifications for the position; and familiarity with the PATH Book of Rules as it relates to this position. 3. TRAINING COURSE AND PRACTICAL EXAMINATION: Candidates who are selected will be enrolled in and must successfully complete the Signal Training Program, including a practical examination in the field. This course is designed to instruct and measure the candidates practical knowledge of, and ability to perform, both the skilled and physical components of the Signal Repairman I duties. Note: Candidates who successfully pass all phases of this evaluation will be eligible for promotion to a permanent Signal Repairman I position as a vacancy becomes available and is to be filled at PATHs discretion. Successful candidates are not permitted to move out of the Signals Department for a period of 2 years following the completion of the Signal Trainee Program. 4. TEST DATE & LOCATION: The Interview is to be determined for those candidates who qualify on the Written Test. Accepted candidates will be notified of the time, date and location of the test. Compensation & Benefits The Signal Trainee title will be covered by the provisions of the Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen (BRS) Memorandum of Agreement