Communications Specialist

CSX CorporationLouisville, KentuckyOn-siteFull-timeJunior, 1–2 yearsListed 42 minutes ago

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About this role

Job Summary
Repair two-way radio communications equipment in a shop environment that provides reliable equipment for safe and timely response to operational problems. Read and follow schematics and trouble shoot down to component level. Effectively operate radio test equipment and repair Rf equipment. Continuously focuses on safe and efficient compliance with CSX rules and regulations. This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement< membership is required.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

- Repair (at component level) two-way radio communications equipment including handheld portable radios, vehicle radios, base stations, head-of-train devices, end-of-train devices, dispatcher radios and any other communications equipment using radio frequencies to transmit voice and/or data, either CSX owned or outside party owned.
- Prepare two-way radio communications equipment for assigned projects.
- Record repairs in the appropriate databases and follow all quality assurance procedures that are currently in place
- Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager.

Minimum Qualifications

- Associates Degree/2-year Degree
- Less than 1 year of experience in of experience required in repair and maintenance of two-way communications equipment

Equivalent Minimum Qualifications

- High School Diploma/GED
- 1 or more years of experience in of experience required in repair and maintenance of two-way communications equipment

Preferred Qualifications

- Associates Degree/2-year Degree
- 3 or more years of experience in of experience in repair and maintenance of two-way communications equipment
- FCC License

Knowledge and Skills

- Knowledge of bench test equipment (i.e., oscilloscopes, service monitors, power supplies, voltmeters, etc.)
- Microsoft Office skills

Leadership
The CSX Leadership Model is the foundation of our Talent Strategy and is what drives CSX performance. CSX accordingly selects and develops talent based on each of the following: producing results, creating change, and inspiring excellence.

Job Requirements

- May be required to complete a background check
- Wear protective equipment (such as welding shields, hard hat, hearing protection)