Railroad Signal Technician, Construction

FTI

Railroad Signal Technician performing inspections and installations for signaling systems across various locations. Adhering to FRA regulations and working with heavy equipment.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeCincinnati • Illinois, Iowa, New York, Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Railroad Signal Maintenance, including installation, programming, and calibration of grade crossing systems. Proficient in safety compliance and operation of heavy equipment while adhering to industry regulations.

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Railroad Signal MaintenanceGrade Crossing System InstallationHeavy Equipment OperationSafety ComplianceSignal Technician Testing Equipment

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Hard Skills

Grade Crossing Predictors InstallationSolid State Crossings Controllers ProgrammingRailroad Signal TroubleshootingCircuit Plans VerificationMonthly InspectionsQuarterly InspectionsAnnual Inspections

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationSelf-MotivationAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Mini ExcavatorSkid SteerTelehandlerSignal Technician Testing Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGEDHot Box and Signal Apprentice Training Program

Industry Keywords

FRA ComplianceOSHA ComplianceAREMA GuidelinesSignalman Hours of ServiceRailroad Timetable

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Works as a member of a cohesive team while demonstrating ability to work without direct supervision.
Cleans and maintains job site, tools, and vehicles.
Maintains compliance with all FRA, OSHA, Faith Technologies, and customer-specific safety requirements along with immediately identifying, correcting, and/or reporting any unsafe acts, conditions, or incidents in a timely manner.
Ability to properly perform Monthly, Quarterly, Annual inspections without direct supervision.
Safely operate heavy equipment such as (mini excavator, skid steer, telehandler) to assist with Grade Crossing System Installations.
Maintains knowledge to correctly install, program and/or calibrate grade crossing predictors, solid state crossings controllers, relays, resistors, gate mechanisms, lighting circuitry.
Familiarity with AREMA Guidelines for Grade Crossing System minimum requirements.
Displays basic railroad signal troubleshooting skills.
Verifies basic site information against circuit plans.
Reads and understands Railroad Timetable document.
Properly uses Signal Technician testing equipment & required tools.
Complies with and understands Signalman Hours of Service regulations.
Actively participates in railroad designated PPE requirements.
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: 2-5 years Railroad Signal Maintenance
Successful completion of Hot Box and Signal Apprentice Training Program through Signal Training Solutions or prior experience required.
Ability to travel: Up to 100%
Ability to work a flexible schedule is necessary.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families