Electrician / Pier Technician - Baltimore, MD

Electrician / Pier Technician - Baltimore, MD

CSX Corporation

United States, Maryland, Baltimore

Jun 11, 2025

Job Summary

Perform electrical and mechanical installation and repairs.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)

Diagnose and repair electrical component malfunctions

Perform electrical and mechanical repairs to pier equipment such as lighting and heating, including both low voltage and high voltage repairs

Install and maintain electrical wiring and equipment such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), electrical equipment 12VDC to 13,000VAC, generators, switchboards, meters, lighting systems, electric welding machines, weighing and scale systems, heating/air-conditioning units, motor control systems and various drive unit transformers

Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager

Pay Rate

$46.16/hour full rate

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED

18 years of age or older

Valid Driver's License

Four years of experience working as an electrician in an industrial environment

Experience with blue print/schematic reading

One year experience in interpreting schematics and diagrams

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Experience troubleshooting and maintaining 480 volt motor starter circuits

Journeyman Electrician

Master 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

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, or safety-toe boots

Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work

Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations

Federal regulations require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol

Must pass all required assessments

Must pass a background screening

Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test

This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is req.