POSITION SUMMARY:

A Signal Maintainer does the routine FRA Inspections, maintains and installs signal structures and components such as foundations, equipment house wiring, cable; climbs poles and ladders; operates non-power hand tools such as hammers, screwdrivers, files, wrenches, pliers, shovels, picks, axes, cutters and sledgehammers; operates manual machinery equipment; and unreels and installs wires and cables overhead and underground.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:  

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Candidates must be at least 18 years old
• Candidates must have a valid commercial drivers’ license.
• Must be able to read and understand basic information and data provided in our rule books, timetables and special instructions.

JOB DUTIES:

• A Signal Maintainer must be able to work in all weather conditions and up to 12 hours per day, 16 in an emergency.
• Candidate must also be able to remain standing for more than half of the work day with periodic breaks. 
• This position typically works four to five, eight (8) hour days – Monday through Friday and on call nights and weekends to repair Signal malfunctions.

The duties listed are representative of the job; however, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties a person may be required to perform.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is an essential function of the position.

EEO STATEMENT

We value a culturally diverse workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

In 1887, Arthur Stilwell constructed a north-south railroad while others were heading east and west, setting the tone for a century-old legacy of outstanding vision; entrepreneurial spirit; resilience in the face of adversity; and, willingness to challenge conventional wisdom. Building on that legacy, our culture is further defined by a new vision for the future and a core set of values - Safety, Customer Focus, Communication, Teamwork, Initiative & Innovation, and Diversity & Civility. We believe that the way we do business is as important as the business we do.

In addition to a culture that allows employees to thrive, we encourage resourcefulness with an award, recognizing employees who see a problem (or opportunity), find a solution, and use whatever authority and resources are available to get a job done well - accomplishing what was previously thought could not be done.

If you want to do work that is creative and strategic, be heard, grow professionally, be valued by your employer, and know that you are making an important contribution to an essential industry, a global supply chain, and the larger economy, Kansas City Southern may be the place for you.

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