Job Description

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 commitment to excellence to make it all possible.  

Summary: Mechanic B-Electrical Shop Electricians conduct general and specialized installation, maintenance, and repair on various types of electrical equipment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Must present one of the following: New Jersey Electrical License, Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship Electrician from the NJ Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship  OR five (5) years of electrical experience in commercial, industrial and/or residential environments.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, wiring diagrams, schematics, construction drawings, etc.
• Experience with troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems.
• Must pass New Jersey Transit’s Electrician Aptitude Test.
• Present a valid driver’s license and High School Diploma or GED.
• Successfully pass the pre-screening process including drug test, physical, and criminal, employer, and driving background checks.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• Installing low or medium voltage equipment, panels, motors, controls, etc.
• Installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic systems, PLC’s, Controllers, Computers, Alarms, PA’s, etc.
• Test equipment such as multi-meters, insulation testing, phasing, etc.
• Using and understanding code requirements, including NEC, NESC, OSHA, IEEE, NFPA, etc.
• Prior railroad, transportation, or military experience.

Physical Requirements

• Stoop, bend, crawl, balance, climb, kneel.
• Be exposed to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basis.
• Wear protective equipment such as hardhat, safety glasses, and safety-toe boots.
• Work Locations: Redbank, Hoboken, and Raritan, NJ. 
• This is a Unionized position.

Rate of pay:

The pay rates are tiered and are non-negotiable based on years and types of experience. Tiers start at $29.11 (80% of the full rate), $32.75 (90% of full rate), $36.39 (100%).

At NJ Transit, you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:  

• Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision  
• Flexible Spending Account  
• Life Insurance  
• Paid Leave  
• Tuition Assistance  
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan
• Retirement Plans
  • • 401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
    • 401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match
    • 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan

At NJ TRANSIT, diversity and inclusivity are vital to our success as are committed to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and veteran status. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join our team.  

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This position is deemed safety sensitive per the Department of Transportation (DOT) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations. 

The DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of marijuana for any reason . It is unacceptable for any safety-sensitive employee subject to drug testing under DOT regulations to use recreational or medical marijuana. The prohibition includes any derivative of marijuana such as CBD oils, teas, etc. T he use of recreational and medical marijuana is a violation of NJ TRANSIT’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy for safety-sensitive employees.

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