Signal and Track Switch Repairers
SOC Code: 49-9097 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
Install, inspect, test, maintain, or repair electric gate crossings, signals, signal equipment, track switches, section lines, or intercommunications systems within a railroad system.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Signal and Track Switch Repairers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockton-Lodi, CA | $87,402 | $99,362 | $111,342 | $123,302 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $87,402 | $99,362 | $111,342 | $123,302 |
| Northern Indiana nonmetropolitan area | $111,114 | $113,277 | $115,461 | $117,624 |
| Michigan City-La Porte, IN | $115,690 | $116,334 | $116,979 | $117,624 |
| West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $59,197 | $77,813 | $96,429 | $115,045 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $76,003 | $88,150 | $100,298 | $112,445 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $76,003 | $88,150 | $100,298 | $112,445 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton, MA | $76,003 | $88,150 | $100,298 | $112,445 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $76,003 | $88,150 | $100,298 | $112,445 |
| Springfield, MA | $76,003 | $88,150 | $100,298 | $112,445 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Troubleshooting | 4.1 | |
| Equipment Maintenance | 4.0 | |
| Repairing | 4.0 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.8 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.8 | |
| Equipment Selection | 3.6 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.4 | |
| Operation and Control | 3.1 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Transportation | 3.7 |
| Mechanical | 3.7 |
| English Language | 3.6 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.5 |
| Engineering and Technology | 3.1 |
| Telecommunications | 3.1 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.0 |
| Building and Construction | 2.9 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Less than high school | 34.0% |
| High school diploma | 28.7% |
| Some college | 23.8% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 9.6% |
| Associate's degree | 3.9% |
Typical Tasks
- Install, inspect, maintain, and repair various railroad service equipment on the road or in the shop, including railroad signal systems.
- Inspect and test operation, mechanical parts, and circuitry of gate crossings, signals, and signal equipment such as interlocks and hotbox detectors.
- Inspect switch-controlling mechanisms on trolley wires and in track beds, using hand tools and test equipment.
- Drive motor vehicles to job sites.
- Tighten loose bolts, using wrenches, and test circuits and connections by opening and closing gates.
- Inspect electrical units of railroad grade crossing gates and repair loose bolts and defective electrical connections and parts.
- Replace defective wiring, broken lenses, or burned-out light bulbs.
- Record and report information about mileage or track inspected, repairs performed, and equipment requiring replacement.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word Maintenance management software Supervisory control and data acquisition SCADA software Web browser software
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