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Description
Senior Technician Position Available with Sign-On Bonus
ENSCO, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technician to join our team for railroad track inspection operations. This role involves the use of measurement tools, electronics troubleshooting, and computer operation. Key responsibilities include interpreting railroad documents to derive train speed information, reviewing and analyzing track measurement data for reporting, and operating hi-rail commercial motor vehicles. Additionally, the position involves some vehicle maintenance for rail survey cars and hi-rail vehicles, along with regular housekeeping duties for safety and sanitation aboard government-owned survey vehicles.
Position Highlights:- Travel:
- Work schedule includes 3 weeks of continuous travel followed by 1 week off.
- Travel involves routine dispatch to inspection vehicles throughout the U.S.
- ENSCO covers flights, hotels, and per diem.
- Location:
- While the permanent site is in Pennsylvania, candidates can live anywhere in the continental U.S. due to the extensive travel required.
- Compensation:
- Earn more than a regular 40-hour work schedule due to extended hours and overtime.
- Includes a sign-on bonus.
- No degree required, but candidates must have 5+ years of technical experience with complex electro-mechanical systems.
- Must maintain a professional appearance and demeanor as a representative of ENSCO, a FRA contractor.
- Flexible Living Arrangements: Live anywhere in the U.S. as we fly you to work sites.
- Time Off: Enjoy 1 week off after every 3 weeks of continuous travel.
- Financial Benefits: Earn overtime and a sign-on bonus.
- This position is contingent on a contract award.
To learn more about working at ENSCO Rail, check out our Careers & Culture Handbook: ENSCO Rail Careers & Culture Handbook.
If you love to travel and have a knack for complex electro-mechanical systems, this might be the perfect opportunity for you!
Qualifications
- Experience with quality management/assurance program
- Railroad environment/industry experience
- Hydraulics maintenance/troubleshooting
- Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
- Ultrasonic Testing (NDT, UT) in railroad inspection industry, preferred
- Pneumatic brake systems
- Welding & fabrication
- Diesel engine mechanics
- Soldering and cable assembly
- CPR/First Aid certifications
- Aptitude for proficiency with software applications aboard track measurement survey vehicles, including ENSCO's proprietary applications;
- Familiarity with 49 CFR parts 213, 214, 229 & 238;
- Valid Commercial Driver's License, CDL Class B or greater
Requirements
Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience in the electrical, electromechanical, or mechanical field involving troubleshooting and problem resolution, or Bachelor's Degree or equivalent with 2 years of experience.
- Experience reading electrical or electronic schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Experience conducting equipment/machinery inspections (periodic maintenance inspections, preventive maintenance) and equipment upkeep.
- Experience with workplace safety programs.
- Proficiency with computer applications such as MS Word; Excel; PowerPoint; and Outlook.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Windows Operating System; transferring files on a network, copying, and pasting.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with tape measure and similar measuring tools.
- Functional knowledge of mathematics and fraction measurements.
- Valid Driver's License
- Lift and carry 50 lbs. a distance of at least 150 feet.
- Climb a ladder 15 feet high, in order to access roof spaces of survey vehicles.
- Work in close quarters, under and about survey vehicles.
- Work in inclement weather.
- Work 12-hours or longer.
Passing a Federal pre-employment drug test is a requirement prior to performing duties in this position. Undergoing and passing random drug and alcohol testing is a condition while performing duties of this position.
Railroad regulations require that selected candidates must pass an e-RAILSAFE security background check, including financial status, and online safety exams in order to work on railroad properties (a requirement of this position).
The selected candidate will be required to submit to fingerprint and additional background investigations in connection with this position.
Wearing safety equipment (hard hat, steel-toe boots, protective vest, and protective eyeglasses) when working on railroad properties is also a requirement. ENSCO will provide all necessary safety equipment.
ENSCO is opening this position contingent on a contract award
Benefit Highlights
• Annual education tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Plan with up to 6% dollar-for-dollar company match
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Spending Accounts – FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and HSA
• Leave available for holidays, bereavement, jury duty, military service, family medical leave, and as required by State law
• Paid Time Off
• 100% Company paid Employee Assistance Program and life, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, business travel accident, and professional liability insurance (employee only)
• Other voluntary programs, including supplemental life, auto and home insurance, and legal program
• Computer purchase discount
• Recognition and reward programs
• Patent awards
• Technical paper awards for presentations and publications
• Recruitment awards
• Length of service awards
• Community service recognition
Division Description
ENSCO's Applied Technology and Engineering (ATE) Division is a leading provider of surface transportation research and technology development services with a long history of supporting railway, transit, and highway safety initiatives. Our products and services are provided to government agencies focused on transportation safety and security. ENSCO work protects our surface transportation network and has a significant impact on the protection of human life, the environment, and the economy. ENSCO's ATE Division is part of the greater Surface Transportation Group (STG) within ENSCO, Inc.
Our staff conducts impactful research and advances technology in many exciting areas including:
- The behavior of railroad and transit track, rolling stock, vehicle components as well as control systems under a wide range of operating conditions.
- Advancement of leading-edge technologies including autonomous, non-contact and machine vision-based approaches for asset condition assessment.
- The application of artificial intelligence and predictive analytics to today's most challenging asset maintenance issues.
- The opportunity to work with talented engineers, programmers, and scientists at all levels of the design and development process to solve challenging transportation issues.
- The chance to participate in testing and research initiatives utilizing unique test facilities and technologies.
- Bonuses for conference presentations and publications
- Direct exposure to customer personnel, financial management and business development.
ENSCO provides a stimulating, collaborative, multi-discipline environment with coworkers from diverse technical and cultural backgrounds working together to make the world a safer place. Come join a stable and growing company and experience the reward of seeing the results of your work make an impact on some of the world's most challenging transportation problems.
Strength in Diversity
ENSCO, Inc. and its wholly owned U.S. subsidiaries are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.
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