Signal Specialist

Benefits Offering

Founded in 1904, L.K. Comstock & Company LLC is one of the largest specialty electrical contractors for transit rail systems in the United States. With over 100 successful projects for more than 30 transit agencies and work valued at more than $3 billion, we bring a legacy of excellence to every project. As a subsidiary of RailWorks LLC, we maintain a national footprint, with installations across nearly all major U.S. transit systems.

Union Benefits – Local #3, IBEW (These benefits vest after 90 days of employment, with coverage applied retroactively to your start date upon successful completion of the introductory period.) As a union shop contractor, L.K. Comstock employees are members of Local Union #3 – IBEW and are eligible for comprehensive union benefits for themselves and immediate family members, including, but not limited to:
• Local Union #3 Pension ( vested after 5 years)
• IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years)
• NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund)
• Medical, dental & vision (after 26 qualifying weeks)
• HRA - health reimbursement account and annuity fund plans (after 1 year)
• Educational and Cultural Fund
• Deferred salary
• Social Security Payback
• Paid sick leave, vacation, and bereavement (subject to contract negotiations)

Please note: Employees who are already union members and fully vested will retain their current vesting status; your established timeline will not reset to the schedule listed above.

Compensation

$130,000-$190,000 / year (total compensation) 

Position Summary

Reporting to the Lead Signal Specialist, the Signal Specialist shall be present in the field during removal, installation and layout of all signal equipment and related work. Support testing and placing equipment in-service. Must be available to work weekdays and weeknights along with weekends as required to support the projects schedules. Will work on multiple projects as required. Will attend related meetings and assisting the project team with coordination. This is an hourly rate position with the ability to work overtime as the contract requires.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Be present on tracks during signal equipment layout and removal phase.
• Review and sign installation drawings and clipboard sketches.
• Supervise foreman and electricians with groundwork installations, wiring & testing.
• Maintain signal related testing tools and equipment in ready-for-service condition.
• Writing signal bulletins and daily reports as required by the project’s needs.
• Plan and direct various circuit and signal changes.
• Must be at work site from time of commencement of the signal work until such time the signal work has been completed and accepted by MTA.
• Preparing status reports and charts.
• Verifying all signal work is installed to NYCT standards and approved documents.
• Preparing Tag lists
• Attend related meetings as required.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Request 10 years’ experience in NYCT Signaling System and a minimum of 2 years in Signal Contracts.
• Must be approved by MTA as a signal specialist.
• Must take training courses for all NYCT work credentials including MTA track safety, OSHA 30,
• Previous electronics training would be an asset
• Three (3) years of recent related experience. Railway or construction experience would be an asset

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Works outdoors at construction sites and indoors 
• Likely works off-hours and weekends to match construction schedules. 
• Frequently stands, walks, climbs, balances, stoops, and crouches while negotiating work areas under construction 
• Sits, reads, writes, and uses a keyboard 
• May be exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather 
• May be exposed to loud noise. 

Company Overview

RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.