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2026 Communications Electronic Technician (Elkhart, IN)

Norfolk Southern

life insurance, 401(k)

United States, Indiana, Elkhart

2600 West Lusher Avenue (Show on map)

Feb 03, 2026

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Description

At Norfolk Southern, we believe that ourpeoplepower progress. Our culture is built on our SPIRIT values-Safety, Performance, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork-which guide how we work, lead, and grow together. Ifyou'reready to launch a career in telecommunications and contribute to the reliability of critical railroad communication systems, we invite you to explore the Communications Electronic Technician Trainee role.

This hands-on, field-based position prepares individuals for a career in communications maintenance through structured classroom instruction and on-the-job training. Trainees learn to install, inspect, andmaintaintelecommunications equipment essential for safe and efficient rail operations.

What Should You Know

This is a seniority-based union position.You willbe requiredto join the designated union within60 daysofestablishingseniority.

You must be available toworka 6-day(6thday as standby/on call)schedule with one scheduled rest day.

Extensive travel may berequired.

You must obtain a Class A CDL once hired (training provided if needed).

Ability to obtain andmaintainan FCC license or NABOR certificate isrequiredafterhire.

Training

Training includes both classroom and field instruction:

Training :Hires in the Northern Region will report to 1 Week Training in Bellevue, OH,hires in the Southern Region will report to our Training Center in McDonough, GA.

On-the-Job Training (OJT): Up to 1 year to qualify as a Communications Electronic Technician (CET). Possibility to promote sooner based on performance and qualifications.

Evaluations: Periodic written and practical assessments.

Successful completion of the training program places trainees on the seniority roster and makes them eligible for promotion to Communications Electronic Technician.

Job Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and FRA safety regulations.

Install,maintain, replace, and test communication equipmentand detectors(Southern agreement)including:radios, digital microwave (MW), RF data link equipment, cables, computers, printers, monitors, telephones, modems, wireless components, security cameras, batteries, connectors, and testing devices.

Install andmaintainVHF radios,detectors (Southern agreement),data circuits, automatic equipment identification systems, CCTV, radar, speaker systems, and other communication facilities.

Cut, splice, and pull cable on ground, poles, and towers.

Use trenching equipment to bury cables and equipment.

Manage inventory: receive deliveries, retrieve parts, and transport tools/equipment to job sites.

Install wiring in offices and field locations.

Qualifications - Required

High school diploma or GED.

Valid driver's license.

18 years of age or older.

Ability to obtain andmaintainFCC(GROL)license or NABOR certificate afterhire.

Ability to obtain Class A CDL afterhire.

Ability toworka 6-day schedule with one standby day.

Qualifications - Preferred

FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License.

Two-year technical degree or equivalent experience in network management.

Experienceoperatingheavy equipment.

Skills and Abilities

Time management and prioritization.

Strong communicationskills.

Ability to multi-task and organize work effectively.

Proficiencyin MS Excel, Outlook, and Word.

Physical and Mental Job Requirements

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Capable of climbing, bending, stooping, and working at heights.

Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Work Conditions

Outdoor field work in all weather conditions.

On-call and weekend availabilityrequired.

Extensive travel may berequired.

Union membershiprequired.

Compensation and Benefits

Training Pay: 75% ofCET hourly rate ($31.61/hr).

After Promotion: Approximately $8,978.18/month.

Benefits include:

Medical coverage begins the first day of the second month afterhire.

Health insurance (80/20 or 85/15 plan), $20,000 life insurance, and 401(k) eligibility from day one.

Dental and vision coverage after one year of service.

Company Overview

Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country's population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting www.NorfolkSouthern.com.

At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization.

Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.