Junior Technician

ENSCO Rail, Inc. is seeking a Junior Technician to join our team for railroad track inspection operations. This role involves the use of measurement tools, electronics troubleshooting, and computer operation. Key responsibilities include interpreting railroad documents to derive train speed information, reviewing and analyzing track measurement data for reporting, and operating hi-rail commercial motor vehicles. Additionally, the position involves vehicle maintenance for rail survey cars and hi-rail vehicles, along with regular housekeeping duties for safety and sanitation aboard survey vehicles. This position is based at ENSCO's customer sites and requires the incumbent to routinely travel to and work on-board railroad track inspection vehicles and maintain a professional demeanor as a representative of ENSCO.

Work schedule - 3 weeks of continuous travel, followed by 1 week off.

Live anywhere in the U.S. We fly you to work sites. We pay for flights, hotels, plus per diem.

Qualifications Required

This position requires the successful completion of a Public Trust background investigation. Qualified applicants must have resided in the United States for at least three (3) of the past five (5) years for this requirement.

Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in the electrical, electromechanical, or mechanical field involving troubleshooting and problem resolution, or a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent with 1 year of experience.

Experience with workplace safety programs.

Proficiency with computer applications such as MS Word; Excel; PowerPoint; and Outlook.

Experience reading electrical or electronic schematics and wiring diagrams.

Experience conducting equipment/machinery inspections (periodic maintenance inspections, preventive maintenance) and equipment upkeep.

Familiarity with Microsoft Windows Operating System; transferring files on a network, copying, and pasting.

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Proficiency with tape measure and similar measuring tools.

Functional knowledge of mathematics and fraction measurements.

Valid Driver's License and able to complete a Department of Transportation medical examination to acquire a Commercial Driver Medical Certification.

Must be able to travel independently for business purposes, including but not limited to booking independent vehicle rental and hotel accommodations.

Qualifications Desired

Experience with:

Railroad Industry

Quality management/assurance program

Hydraulics/pneumatics maintenance/troubleshooting

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

Pneumatic brake systems

Welding & fabrication

Diesel engine mechanics

Familiarity with 49 CFR parts 213, 214, 229 & 238

Soldering and cable assembly

CPR/First Aid certifications

Aptitude for proficiency with software applications aboard track measurement survey vehicles, including ENSCO's proprietary applications.

Valid Commercial Driver's License, CDL Class B or greater

Valid Passport

Required Certifications: None

U.S. Citizenship Required: No

Security Clearance Required: None

Employment Type: Regular Full-time

Background Check Type: 7 Year Pre-Employment

Drug Screen Required: Pre-Employment Drug and Random Alcohol and Drug (FRA)

Position Contingent Upon Contract Award: No

REAL ID Requirement

This position may require the ability to access to U.S. federal facilities. In accordance with the Department of Homeland Security’s enforcement of the REAL ID Act, as of May 7, 2025, individuals must present a REAL ID-compliant form of identification or an acceptable alternative to gain entry. For a list of acceptable forms of identification, please click here.