Senior Travel Technician - Sign-On Bonus Available

No Clearance Requirement

Rail Technologies

City

Chambersburg

State

Pennsylvania

Country

United States

Job Description

**Sign-On Bonus Available**

ENSCO, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technician to conduct railroad track inspection operations involving use of measurement tools, electronics troubleshooting and computer operation. Position involves interpretation of railroad-published documents to derive train speed information; review and analysis of track measurement data for reporting; and operating hi-rail commercial motor vehicles. This position includes some vehicle maintenance for rail survey cars and hi-rail vehicles. Incumbent will also complete regular housekeeping duties for safety and sanitation purposes aboard government-owned survey vehicles. This position is based at ENSCO's customer site (ATIP rail survey vehicle) and requires the incumbent to routinely be dispatched to inspection vehicles throughout the U.S. and maintain professional appearance and demeanor as a representative of ENSCO, a FRA contractor.

If you love to travel and know your way around complex electro-mechanical systems, this position may be for you.
* Work schedule - 3 weeks of continuous travel, followed by 1 week off - no work, it's your time.
* Live anywhere in the U.S. We fly you to work sites. We pay for flights, hotels, plus per diem.
* Due to the extended hours during operation, with overtime, you'll earn more than on a regular 40-hour work schedule.
* No degree required with 5+ years of technical experience

The permanent site is in PA, but due to extensive travel, the ideal candidate could be located anywhere in the continental US.

ENSCO is opening this position contingent on a contract award

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Qualifications Required (Skills)

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

Physical Requirements

• 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.

Perform as safety watchman in railroad environment.
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

Qualifications Desired

• 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

Req ID

3214BR

Internal Position Title

Senior Technician

Employment Status

Regular Full-time

U.S. Citizenship

No

Background Check Type

7 year Pre-employment

Drug Screen Type

Pre-Employment Drug and Random Alcohol and Drug (FRA)

Export Control and Licensing

This position may involve access to technology or technical data that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations and the release of which to a foreign national may require an export license from the U.S. Government.

Contract Award Contingency

Yes

Recruiter

Judi VanDerWesthuizen

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.

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.