Electrician / Pier Technician - Baltimore, MD

February 27, 2026

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Job Summary JOB DESCRIPTION Perform electrical and mechanical installation and repairs. Primary Activities And Responsibilities <ul><li>Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)</li><li>Diagnose and repair electrical component malfunctions</li><li>Perform electrical and mechanical repairs to pier equipment such as lighting and heating, including both low voltage and high voltage repairs</li><li>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</li><li>Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager </li></ul>Pay Rate $48.01/hour full rate Minimum Qualifications <ul><li>High School Diploma/GED</li><li>18 years of age or older</li><li>Valid Driver's License</li><li>Four years of experience working as an electrician in an industrial environment</li><li>Experience with blue print/schematic reading</li><li>One year experience in interpreting schematics and diagrams </li></ul>Preferred Qualifications <ul><li>Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)</li><li>Experience troubleshooting and maintaining 480 volt motor starter circuits</li><li>Journeyman Electrician</li><li>Master Electrician </li></ul>Physical Requirements <ul><li>Heavy work, lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis</li><li>Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb</li><li>Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection </li></ul>Basic Competencies <ul><li>Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications)</li><li>Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)</li><li>Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)</li><li>Basic Math </li></ul>Job Requirements <ul><li>Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries</li><li>Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe boots</li><li>Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work</li><li>Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations</li><li>Federal regulations require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol</li><li>Must pass all required assessments</li><li>Must pass a background screening</li><li>Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test</li><li>This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is req.</li></ul>

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