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Electrical Worker

Chicago Transit Authority • Skokie, IL • 23h ago

Electrical Worker - ( 25000067 )

Description

SALARY

$54.862

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs various duties relative to the repair of electrical and electronic components in buses and rail vehicle equipment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Wires and rewires vehicles according to blueprints and written or oral instructions.

Inspects, dismantles, replaces, repairs, rebuilds, adjust, overhauls, controls, A.C. and D.C. motors, armatures, stators, solenoids, storage batteries, and other electrical and electronic components, e.g. PA amplifiers, horn amplifiers, low voltage power supplies and various printed circuit boards.

Adjusts and tests contactors, relays, motors, field coils and other equipment.

Applies and bakes protective sealants to electrical equipment.

Locates and corrects troubles in electrical circuits or equipment.

Reads and interprets blueprints and schematic drawings and utilizes small hand and power operated tools.

Takes accurate measurements and instrument readings.

Operates and interprets electrical testing equipment necessary to troubleshoot, repair and adjust electrical systems.

Performs related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to this position are the following jobs:

Job Title

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Required to submit to and pass drug and alcohol testing as mandated by the Federal Transportation Administration.

Must pass applicable tests.

Must pass a physical examination and perform the physical activities associated with this position.

Minimum of five years of verifiable work experience in a recognized shop, inspecting, testing, repairing and rebuilding electrical and/or electronic components and equipment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Required to lift, carry and maneuver material weighing up to 50 pounds.

Must have good eyesight and distinguish colors.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Must be familiar with the correct tools and machinery used in the repair and maintenance of rail vehicle cars and buses.

Required to be competent in the use of small hand and power operated tools and proficient in the use of electrical testing and measuring equipment such as oscilloscopes, function generators, frequency counters and digital multimeters.

Must possess a thorough knowledge of electrical and electronic theory.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Works with or near baking and drying equipment producing heat measuring 350 degrees or more.

Works with coating varnish and other sealants and is exposed to shop noise and dust.

Supplies own hand tools.

Occasionally required to work outside, subject to varying weather conditions.

Works around high voltage equipment.

Exposed to usual shop hazards and conditions.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS UTILIZED

Small hand and power operator tools.

Additional Details: Employees and/or union members will be given priority consideration in the hiring process, per the applicable labor contracts.

Rate to be determined by applicant's entered service date and service date in union jurisdiction of this classification.

CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, unfavorable military discharge, disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees, unless undue hardship would result. If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact arc@transitchicago.com prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.

TO BE CONSIDERED APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN THEIR ENTIRETY INCLUDING:

UPLOADED RESUME / WORK HISTORY

QUALIFICATIONS

JOB ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS

INFORMATION PROVIDED MUST BE ACCURATE AND TRUTHFUL.

Failure to respond to correspondences during the hiring process in a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out for non-responsiveness.

CTA Benefits

https://www.transitchicago.com/hrbenefits/\

Primary Location : USA-Illinois-Skokie

Job : Crafts and Trades

Job Posting : Aug 8, 2025, 8:20:14 AM

Position Type: : Full-time Temporary (FTT)

Req ID: 25000067

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