Rail Services Technician

Overview

System One—an industry leader in outsourced services and workforce solutions—seeks a Rail Services Technician for onsite work in Houston, NY. This role involves highly skilled installation, repair, and troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical equipment, including wiring/harnesses, with structured initial training and strong safety expectations.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and install equipment and specialized mechanical machinery and panels.
• Layout, assemble, test, and install apparatus and equipment using blueprints, schematics, sketches, verbal instructions, and other specifications.
• Prepare for work by studying relevant documents, including assembly instructions, FMIs, and blueprint specifications.
• Utilize knowledge of parts lists, subassemblies, tools, and materials to support accurate installation and repair.
• Align, fit, and assemble component parts using hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools while following blueprints.
• Verify specifications by measuring and testing completed components.
• Install, repair, and service specialized mechanical equipment, machinery, panels, and wiring/harnesses.
• Perform other duties as required and assigned.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Technical school or associated certifications preferred.
• Minimum of 2-3 years industrial maintenance related experience.
• Previous rolling stock experience would be a plus.
• Ability to work in a high pressure environment.
• Ability to work varying work shifts (1st, 2nd and 3rd).
• Strong skills in mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment troubleshooting.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and blueprint schematics reading skills.
• Self-motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills for day-to-day operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word and Excel).
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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