Installation Technician

Installation Technician

Contract | On-Site | PATCO Speedline — Philadelphia, PA & Southern New Jersey

Client: Cubic Transportation Systems

End Client: Port Authority Transit Corporation (PATCO)

Assignment Type: Contract — Phase 1 (approximately 4 weeks)

Shift: Day Shift — approximately 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Hours per Week: 40–45 hours

Pay Rate: $30.00 per hour

PROJECT OVERVIEW

Cubic Transportation Systems is seeking a skilled Installation Technician to support a fare gate hardware refresh for PATCO, which operates the PATCO Speedline connecting Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with southern New Jersey. Working alongside a Cubic employee, the selected technician will be responsible for the uninstallation of existing Tri Reader 3 units and the installation of new Tri Reader 4 units across PATCO transit stations.

This engagement covers Phase 1 of a two-phase project. Phase 1 involves the replacement of approximately 60 readers. Phase 2 (a separate engagement) will cover an additional 60 or more units.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Uninstall existing Tri Reader 3 units from fare gates at PATCO transit stations
• Install and configure new Tri Reader 4 units in coordination with a Cubic lead technician
• Work safely and efficiently across multiple transit station locations
• Follow Cubic and PATCO site safety and operational procedures at all times
• Communicate progress, issues, and status updates to the Cubic lead
• Complete approximately 60 unit replacements over the course of the 4-week assignment

QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience in hardware installation, field service, or transit/transportation technology preferred
• Ability to work hands-on in an active transit environment
• Comfortable working on or around fare gates and ticketing equipment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical procedures
• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to the full duration of Phase 1
• Ability to pass a background check as required for access to PATCO facilities

SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION

• Shift: Day shift, approximately 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Duration: Approximately 4 weeks (Phase 1)
• Hours: 40–45 hours per week
• Pay Rate: $30.00 per hour
• Location: PATCO Speedline stations across Philadelphia, PA and southern New Jersey

ADDITIONAL NOTES

This position is for Phase 1 of the project only. Candidates who perform well may be considered for Phase 2, which will involve the replacement of an additional 60 or more units. Phase 2 timing will be confirmed at a later date.

This job description is intended to convey essential information about the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties.