Power Supervisor - Trainee

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time, and we're looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.

Roles and Responsibilities:
Under the Direction of the Manager-Electric Power Distribution:

• Will be given guidance from a qualified Power Supervisor and be trained in the operation of the Electric Traction (ET) Power System and to understand Power operations in the electrified territories.
• Must pass all qualifying exams during training
• Will report to field locations as needed to qualify on operating mechanism of electrical equipment as it relates to switching and tagging requirements within the Hoboken and Newark Divisions;
• Will monitor power supply required for the movement of trains, will create logs, records, documents, and maintain all reports required for the daily operation of the ET Control Center;
• Will be responsible for accurately recording all operations associated with switching and tagging, and clearances;
• Will ensure rules and instructions of the TRO-3 (Electrical Operating Instructions) are adhered to, reporting any non-compliance to the Office of the Manager-Electric Power Distribution.
• May interface with internal Department’s and/or external Agencies to collect information and organize pre-scheduled Power Outages, and other duties assigned by the Manager-Electric Power Distribution.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Successful applicants must possess Electric Traction Class “A” employee classification or, have a minimum of 5 years railroad experience in a directly related high-voltage electrical background.
• Applicant must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• 2 years of experience may be substituted with a Certificate of completion from an Electrical Apprenticeship program or 4 years of experience may be substituted for an Associate of Science Degree towards an electrical technology or closely related engineering field of study.
• Position is established pursuant to, and subject to, the rules set forth in the ATDA collective bargaining agreement.

At NJ TRANSIT you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefit package:

• Comprehensive Family Health Insurance - Prescription, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Leave
• 401(a), 401(k) Retirement Plans - up to 9% match
• Tuition Assistance
• Qualified Transportation Expense Plan (QTE)

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NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Location: Kearny, N.J.

Salary Range: $37.23 Hourly

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