Electrical Apprentice Signal Trainee (Cleveland, OH)

Norfolk Southern Corporation • Cleveland, OH • 22min ago

Requisition 40187: Electrical Apprentice Signal Trainee (Cleveland, OH)

We are accepting applications to build a pipeline of qualified candidates for upcoming hiring needs. Candidates who successfully complete the hiring process may be considered for training classes between late 2026 and mid-2027, based on business needs and location availability.

Description

At Norfolk Southern, we believe that ourpeoplepower progress. Our culture is built on our SPIRIT values-Safety, Performance, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork-whichguidehow we work, lead, and grow together. Ifyou'reready to launch a career in railroad signal maintenance and contribute to the safety and reliability of train operations, we invite you to explore the Apprentice Signal Trainee role.

This hands-on, field-based position prepares individuals for a career in signal maintenance through structured classroom instruction and on-the-job training. Apprentice Signal Trainees learn to install, inspect, andmaintainsignal systems that are critical to safe and efficient rail operations.

What Should You Know

This is a seniority-based union position.You willbe requiredto bid onavailable positions, which may belocatedoutside your training location.Relocation may be necessary based on the outcome of the bid process.Relocationassistanceis not provided for this position.

You must be available to work on-call, 24/7, includingholidays,nightsand weekends.

Extensive travel isrequiredduring training (up to 75%).

You willbe requiredto join the Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen (BRS) within60 daysofestablishingseniority.

You must obtaina ClassA CDL within90 daysof hire (training provided by Norfolk Southern)

Training

Training lasts approximately52 weeksand includes both classroom and field instruction.

Click on the link below tolearn more about our training program:

https://vimeo.com/871474435/990fe84216

Classroom Training:Three sessions (3 weeks each) at the NS Training Center in McDonough, GA. Hotel accommodations, mileage reimbursement, and meal stipends provided.

Field Training:Hands-on experience with construction and maintenance crews across your seniority district.

Evaluations:Periodic written and practical assessments.

Successful completionof the training programplaces apprentices on the seniority roster and makes them eligible to bid on Signal Maintainerposition.

SeniorityDistricts:

Eastern Region North (ERN)

Norfolk & Western (NW)

Southern Lines East (SLE)

Southern Lines West (SLW)

WRE (Western Region East (WRE)

Western Region West (WRW)

A detailed overview of the seniority districts is available in the following video:

https://statics.teams.cdn.office.net/evergreen-assets/safelinks/2/atp-safelinks.html

Job Responsibilities

Perform FRA-required inspections and testing of signal systems and grade crossings.

Install,maintain, and repair signal equipment includingsignal lights, switch machines, and electrical switch locks

Crossing warning devices and interlocking systems

Positive Train Control (PTC) and cab signal systems

Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical diagrams.

Operate hand tools, electrical testing instruments, and heavy equipment

Accurately document inspections, repairs, and installations.

Work safely in outdoor environments under varying weather conditions.

Respond to on-call assignments, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications - Required

You mustbe 18 years or older.

High school diploma or GED.

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

You must obtaina ClassA CDL within90 daysof hire (training provided by NorfolkSouthern)

This includes passing acommercialdrivermedical cer

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