Cab/Component Test Technician
Wabtec

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company's new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com.

It's not just about your career... or your job title...it's about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters...do things that haven't been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

Cab/Component Test Technician

This is an hourly union represented position. Local UE 506

Starting wage: $23.97

Position Summary:

The Cab/Component Test Technician is responsible for performing complete testing of all locomotive subassemblies (main cabs, radiator cabs, etc.), as well as auditing all phases of subassembly production to verify conformity to all mechanical and electrical standards. Adjust/repair as required. Perform related duties.

Major Responsibilities:

• Knowledge of 3 phase power
• Knowledge of electric motor mechanics
• Knowledge of power supply usage (set, adjust, hookup, etc.)
• Knowledge of stored energy components
• Knowledge of relays, resistors, circuit breakers, contactors, fuses, etc.
• Knowledge of MOVs, and thermistors
• Knowledge/skill of hi-pot testing
• Knowledge of series/parallel components
• Knowledge of circuit theory
• Skill in troubleshooting electronic equipment
• Knowledge/Skill in electrical circuits troubleshooting techniques (test equipment and production electrical assemblies)
• Wiring/ harnessing - troubleshooting and fixing (Bob Ace)
  

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• 5+ years' experience in electrical and mechanical diagnostics
• Knowledge of AC / DC theory, Digital Electronics, and Fiber Optics
• Knowledge and/or training in Pneumatic Air Systems
• Must be willing and able to work any shift
• Must be willing to work in tobacco/smoke free environment

Preferred:

• Associates degree in an Electrical/Mechanical discipline or related technical discipline from an accredited university or college

Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world's toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world's brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles...people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

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