Electrician (Facilities)

BNSF Railway is one of North America’s leading freight transportation companies, with a rail network of 32,500 route miles in 28 states and three Canadian provinces. BNSF is one of the top transporters of the products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply and power communities throughout America and the world.

* Maintenance and installation of electrical systems for BNSF buildings and facilities. * **Safety:** Comply with company and federal safety rules, policies and procedure, to include wearing required safety equipment, responding to and acting on safety concerns. * **Maintenance and Installation:** Install and maintain: 1) high voltage (up to 15KV) overhead and underground distribution systems; 2) low voltage (less than 600 V) for commercial and industrial installations; 3) HVAC systems, boilers, unit heaters, furnaces. Use fire recovery equipment. Install conduit, wire, lighting systems, electrical services, underground/overhead devices. Maintain electrical systems of cranes, turntables, lift, and fueling stations. * **Tool/Equipment Operation:** Construct and maintain electrical systems with bucket trucks, digger-derricks and trenchers. Use: pole climbers, high precision measuring tools (micrometers, voltmeters, amp meters, recorders), hand tools (screwdrivers, wrenches, etc.), power tools (drills, power saws, etc.). * The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether for the position. These general categories do not necessarily constitute an exhaustive list of duties of the position.

- 21 years old or older - HS diploma or GED - Available to work in geographic area indicated - Able to read, write and communicate (speak, hear and understand) English - Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions - Available to work full-time (40 hrs/wk) subject to overtime, on call and alternate shifts that may include weeknights, weekends, holidays - Available to travel to job sites in the region, and remain on site (overnight) for extended periods of time, sometimes days or weeks at a time. - Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs without assistance - Possess a valid Class A CDL or be able to obtain one within first 60 days employed - Possess a Class A Journeyman Electrician License or be able to obtain one within first 60 days employed - Able to visually distinguish colors - red, blue, green, yellow and lunar (clear light); hear, and with training, distinguish auditory signals - Four years minimum of verifiable electrical training and/or experience in troubleshooting and repairing electrical and PLC control systems - Able to use hands to perform activities involving holding, grasping, turning and pulling - Able to perform work on uneven surfaces; frequently climb ladders, poles and get on/off equipment, work from boom truck basket - Able to work in conditions with loud noise and fumes; work on/around heavy/moving machinery; bend, walk, stand, sit for extended periods of time; use hand and power tools