Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Repair and maintain big tools like backhoes, fire trucks, and cranes.
Signal Maintainer Helper
Assist Signal Maintainers to install and repair railroad signals. Also known as Assistant Signal Maintainer
Assists SIGNAL MAINTAINER to install and repair railroad signals and signal equipment, working as member of crew: Loads and unloads equipment and supplies from trucks or flatcars. Digs holes, using post-hole digger, lines holes with wooden forms, and mixes and pours concrete to build concrete foundations. Assists SIGNAL MAINTAINER in installing signals, making electrical connections to units, and performing routine maintenance and repair on equipment. Performs other duties as described under HELPER Master Title. May install precast concrete foundations. May climb poles or dig trenches to install wiring, conduit, and related hardware.
Personality Traits
Ready for a Challenge: You jump into new projects with initiative and drive.
Calm Under Pressure: You keep your cool when dealing with highly stressful situations.
Levelheaded: You hold your emotions in check, even in tough situations.
Salary and Education
How much does a
Signal Maintainer Helper make?
Nationally: $17,000 – $40,000
Main education level: High School
source: US Dept of Labor
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