About the Role
Herzog Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Crewman (Operator/Laborer) responsible for physical labor and assisting in the installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance of train control systems and grade crossing warning device equipment.
Responsibilities
- Assists in the installation and repair of railroad signal and communication structures and components.
- Constructs forms and foundations for signal equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Lubricates moving parts on mechanical equipment such as switch machines.
- Sets up barricades to isolate potentially dangerous situations.
- Prepares and paints signal equipment.
- Installs, inspects, tests, repairs, and maintains signal, train control, and electrical equipment.
- Provides contractor support as directed.
- Loads and unloads supplies, digs holes and trenches for cable, climbs poles and signal masts.
- Handles cable and wire to make electrical connections.
- Uses non-power tools (shovels, picks, axes, sledgehammers); high precision measuring tools (micrometers, voltmeters, amp meters, recorders); hand tools (screwdrivers, wrenches, pliers, tape measurers); power tools (drills, wrenches, power saws).
- Cleans and maintains work areas.
- Is on-call and prepared to travel at a moment's notice.
- Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors.
- Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
- Maintain a valid driver’s license and endorsements as required per position.
- Pass pre-employment DOT physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen.
- Must pass and maintain a DOT medical evaluation to drive a Herzog commercial vehicle.
- Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.
- Regularly lift up to 75 pounds of weight, up to an end height of 36 inches for a distance of up to 10 feet.
- Regularly lift up to 50 pounds of weight, up to an end height of 48 inches for a distance of up to 10 feet.
- Regularly carry weight up to 16 pounds for a distance of up to 100 feet.
- Regularly push/pull a force up to 25 pounds for up to eight minutes continuously.
- Regularly grasp/squeeze equipment or tools with a force up to 40 pounds.
- Regularly ascend and descend a 10 step ladder with up to 25 pounds.
- Frequently climb on/off equipment.
- Regularly ascend/descend a step with a height of 28 inches from the floor.
- Regularly kneel, bend, squat for extended periods of time.
- Regularly sit and stand for an extended period of time.
- Able to walk on uneven surfaces up to 1 mile.
- Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet).
- Available to work a 40 hour work week subject to overtime, on call and alternate shifts that may include weeknights, weekends and holidays.
- Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position.
- Must be able to hear and distinguish auditory signals as required by the position.
- Report any and all safety violations to your immediate supervisor.
Skills
- Mechanical comprehension
- Experience interpreting schematics and diagrams
- Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work well with others
- Self-motivated
- Able to work independently
- Reliable
- Organized
- Flexible
- Ability to work on a computer daily
- Communicate effectively, both orally and written
- Experience with Word and Excel
- Basic email etiquette
Location
- Austin, TX
Work Type
- On-call
- Travel required
- 40 hour work week
- Overtime
- Alternate shifts
- Weeknights
- Weekends
- Holidays
Experience Level
- Preferred railroad experience
- Preferred construction labor experience
- Preferred farming experience
- Preferred landscaping experience
- Preferred past electrical/communication background
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Company provides required Personal Protective Equipment
- Safety Boots Allowance Program
About the Company
- Founded in 1969, Herzog is headquartered in St. Joseph, Missouri, with a satellite office in Fort Worth, Texas.
- Over the course of our 50+ year history, Herzog has become a national leader in the construction, operations and maintenance of commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, and freight rail projects.
- We believe our culture is at the heart of our existence.
- Backed by over five decades of experience, Herzog delivers exceptional customer service and elite results.
- Our success is the outcome of our relentless pursuit of excellence, our passion for our customers, safety without compromise, and a deep-rooted belief in the power of team.
Equal Opportunity
- It is the policy of Herzog Technologies, Inc. to provide equal opportunity in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.
