Telecom Electronic Technician II - CRF - Kansas City, KS

Be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence

We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation’s freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.  

We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. Come make a difference with us!

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Job Location: Kansas City
Other Potential Locations: Kansas City, KS 
Anticipated Start Date: 05/04/2026
Number of Positions: 1 
Salary Range: Approx. $9,451.94/month, with an average annual salary of $113,423

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

Embark on a fulfilling career at BNSF Railway where joining the Telecommunications Department offers you the opportunity to be part of a dedicated team focused on maintaining the communications systems that help keep trains running safely and efficiently. The Telecom Electronic Technician II ensures the safe and efficient operation of the railroad by installing, repairing, and maintaining essential communication systems and devices.

This is a full-time (40hrs/wk) position, 6 days a week (5 regular working days and one on-call day). Subject to on-call, overtime, alternate shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays. Shift assignments are governed by union agreement, typically based on seniority.

Moderate travel is required. While the work location is headquartered, there will be travel and work within the assigned seniority region at times for an extended time.

Training for this position is company-paid on-the-job and classroom training and will include travel to the BNSF Training Center.

Key responsibilities may include: 

Installing, repairing, and maintaining various telecommunications equipment, including radios, digital microwave (MW), and radio frequency (RF) data link equipment.

Install, assemble, repair, adjust, test and maintain wired and wireless systems and devices, automatic equipment identification (AEI) systems, IP networks, VoIP, cameras, Radio Frequency (RF) communications, voice and data communications, front and end train devices, and soldering electrical/electronic components.

Troubleshooting telecommunications devices to the component level, collaborating with the IT help desk to resolve trouble tickets, and recording repairs in the Repair Tracking System.

Configuring and using testing equipment (oscilloscopes spectrum analyzers, DMM, signal generator, communications service monitor) to troubleshoot and repair equipment.

Reading and interpreting electronic circuit schematics for circuit board and component level troubleshooting and repair.

Inspecting and calibrating devices, configuring devices with various platforms and protocols (e.g., Windows, Linux, IP), configuring IP networking devices, and performing advanced soldering on Through Hole and Surface Mount Devices (SMD).

Daily work is conducted in a safety sensitive environment where the working conditions can include diverse and extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet), walking and performing work on uneven surfaces, working around loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery.  

At BNSF safety is one of our core values that guides us through everything we do.  Our employees engage in safety conversations, through an approaching others mindset to help us achieve our tremendous potential. In addition, our employees must adhere to safety rules, policies, as well as federal and state regulations, which could include wearing personal protective equipment, re