{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:40:45.695Z","occupation":{"soc":"49-9097.00","title":"Signal and Track Switch Repairers","group":"Installation, Maintenance & Repair","sector":"23","jobZone":3,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers the installation, inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of railroad signal systems, grade crossing gates, track circuits, and switch-controlling mechanisms in both field road and shop environments across all career stages from entry-level apprentice to lead practitioner.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Basic hand tools and wrenches — identify and use under direct supervision to tighten loose bolts on railroad signal equipment at field installations.","Railroad signal components and circuitry — recognize standard parts and their functions under technician guidance during initial on-the-job training.","Motor vehicles assigned to field crews — operate safely to job sites following established routes and supervisor direction.","Defective light bulbs and broken lenses — replace under close supervision on grade crossing signal assemblies in both road and shop environments.","Track circuit test equipment — assist senior technicians in conducting basic continuity checks at designated rail segments.","Grade crossing gate mechanisms — observe and document gate opening and closing cycles under direct oversight during routine inspections.","Safety protocols and public safety guidelines — follow established procedures when working near live track and active roadways.","Electronic mail and word processing software — use to submit basic work orders and daily activity logs under supervisor review.","Defective wiring identified by supervising technicians — replace following step-by-step instruction at railroad signal installations.","Visual inspection checklists — apply to mechanical parts and electrical connections of signal equipment under structured supervision."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Grade crossing gate electrical units — inspect and repair loose bolts and defective electrical connections routinely with limited oversight on assigned track segments.","Track circuits and associated wiring — test and repair using standard diagnostic procedures in familiar field and shop environments.","Signal system mechanical parts and circuitry — evaluate operation of interlocks and hotbox detectors applying established troubleshooting protocols.","Hand tools and electronic test instruments — select and apply appropriately when inspecting switch-controlling mechanisms on trolley wires and track beds.","Defective wiring and signal components — diagnose root causes and execute repairs on railroad grade crossing systems with reduced supervision.","Preventive maintenance schedules — follow and document for railroad signal equipment across assigned road territory using facilities management software.","Gate circuit tests — perform by opening and closing gates and verifying correct electrical response within established quality control standards.","Visual color discrimination and far vision abilities — apply when distinguishing signal lamp conditions and assessing track equipment from field distances.","Time management practices — organize daily task sequences to complete multiple inspection and repair assignments within shift windows.","Transportation and public safety knowledge — apply when coordinating work activities near active rail traffic to maintain site and crew safety."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Complex signal system malfunctions — diagnose and resolve autonomously across interlocks, hotbox detectors, and grade crossing gate assemblies in high-priority situations.","Railroad track circuits — independently test, troubleshoot, and repair under varying environmental and operational conditions without supervisory guidance.","Non-routine electrical failures in crossing gate units — analyze using engineering and technology knowledge and implement durable corrective repairs.","Switch-controlling mechanisms and trolley wire components — conduct thorough inspections using advanced test equipment and apply critical thinking to resolve ambiguous findings.","Full signal system installation projects — lead hands-on execution from equipment placement through commissioning across road and shop environments.","Industrial control software and spreadsheet tools — use proficiently to analyze maintenance trends, log findings, and support reliability decision-making.","Multi-component signal equipment failures — apply complex problem-solving skills to identify cascading faults and restore full system operability.","Operations monitoring practices — continuously assess signal and track switch system performance across an assigned territory to detect and preempt failures.","Replacement parts and tools — evaluate and select optimal components for specific repair scenarios balancing cost, compatibility, and safety compliance.","Quality control standards — apply rigorously when verifying repaired signal equipment meets operational and regulatory specifications before returning to service."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Signal and track switch maintenance programs — design and implement territory-wide strategies that elevate reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance.","Apprentice and developing technicians — mentor and evaluate in field troubleshooting, circuit testing, and safe work practices across live rail environments.","Organizational maintenance standards and procedures — author and revise to reflect current engineering technology, telecommunications advances, and regulatory requirements.","Complex system-level signal failures affecting multiple crossings or interlocks — lead rapid diagnosis and coordinated restoration efforts across crews and shifts.","Capital repair and equipment replacement decisions — provide technical judgment and written recommendations to operations leadership for signal infrastructure investments.","Interdepartmental and public safety coordination — lead communication between signal crews, railroad operations, and external agencies during critical outages or emergencies.","Maintenance data and performance metrics — analyze using spreadsheet and facilities management software to drive evidence-based improvements across the signal network.","Technical training curricula for signal repairers — develop and deliver using presentation and word processing software calibrated to Job Zone 3 competency expectations.","Inspection and testing schedules — oversee and optimize for an entire signal territory ensuring compliance with federal railroad safety regulations and internal service targets.","Emerging signal technologies and industrial control systems — evaluate for organizational adoption and lead pilot implementations across representative track segments."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}