Start a Career with Red River Valley & Western Railroad

$35-$45+ Depending on experience

All applicants should complete an application on our website. https://www.rrvw.net/careers

• Position Purpose:
  Maintain, repair, rebuild, inspect, and install all electrical wiring and equipment on diesel electric locomotives. 
                                                          
  Principal Accountabilities:
  Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
• Wire, maintain, repair, rebuild, inspect and install equipment such as: Rheostats, Control Systems, Transformers, Motors & Generators, Welding Machines, Electric Lighting Fixtures, Winding Armatures, Battery Charging Systems, Magnet Coils, Switchboards & Meters, Compensators & Rotors, Electrical Collectors.
• Inside and outside wiring at shops, buildings, and yards and on structures. Measure, cut, thread, bend, and assemble connections to control panels and junction boxes.
• Test circuit connections. Diagnose, repair, and replace electrical malfunctions in components including loading charging, transition problems, wheel slip, sander circuits and high and low voltage grounds.
• Perform work activities utilizing voltages up to 1200 and amperages up to 1500.
• Examine parts for wear and/or defects such as brushes contact tips, slip rings, armatures, diodes, bearings and fuses. Interpret test instrument indicators.
• Repair speed recorders, air compressors, turbo and fuel pumps and temperature switches. Change light bulbs on locomotives and building.
• Interpret information from computer monitors or printouts. Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager.
• This is considered a hazardous position requiring constant mental awareness and ability to react immediately to situations which may arise.  
• Must be able to make good decisions under stressful conditions.
• Must be able to handle emergency situations; including operating fire extinguishers as well as be able to apply first aid techniques.

• Use personal safety apparel and safety equipment, as necessary.
                                                     

  Minimum Qualifications
  High School Diploma/GED. 18 years of age or older. Valid Driver's License. One-year experience reading blueprints or locomotive prints.

Preferred Qualifications 
Two years electrician experience. Completion of an electrical vocational or trade school program. Journeyman Electrician

Physical Requirements 
Heavy work, lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis. Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb. Walk long distances over uneven terrain. Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection.

Basic Competencies 
Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications). Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions). Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills). Basic Math.

Job Requirements 
Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries. Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, gloves, fall protection, and safety-toe boots. Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work. Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations. Must pass all required assessments. Must pass a background screening. Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including drug and physical capabilities test.

Safety Commitment
RRVW strives to safely deliver value added transportation services that provide a superior customer experience while executing our service offerings with a focus on quality and flexibility in the operations.
 

Environmental Conditions

Work outside in all weather conditions in confined spaces, and on occasion at elevated heights.

Application Information

All applicants should complete an application on our website. https://www.rrvw.net/careers