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Pay
$29.90 - $39.86 an hour
Full job description
Your success is a train ride away!
As we move America’s workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees.
Are you ready to join our team?
Our values of ‘Do the Right Thing, Excel Together and Put Customers First’ are at the heart of what matters most to us, and our Core Capabilities, ‘Building Trust, Accountability, Effective Communication, Customer Focus, and Proactive Safety & Security’ are what every employee needs to know and do to be most impactful at Amtrak. By living the Amtrak values, focusing on our capabilities, and actively embracing and fostering diverse ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives, together we will honor our past and make Amtrak a company of the future.
Job Summary
Responsible for inspection, testing and maintenance of plumbing, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, in accordance with FRA and Amtrak Tier II standards and guidelines for High Speed Trainsets.
Essential Functions
Performs inspection, testing and maintenance in accordance with 49CFR regulations and Amtrak Tier II standards on High Speed Trainset equipment
Troubleshoots equipment to determine corrective actions and causes of equipment failures
Installs, maintains and repairs hydraulic and pneumatic circuits and systems
Repairs tilting system, brake, water heating and sanitation systems
Installs, maintains and repairs heating and cooling equipment and related piping
Maintains proper care and use of materials, test equipment, machines and hand tools normally associated with assigned job
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
Experience in troubleshooting, repair, replacement and rebuilding of mechanic equipment and systems
Experience testing equipment and repairs to water and sanitation systems
Must successfully complete training and attain/retain certification applicable to assigned job
Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
Ability to read mechanical drawings
Knowledge and skill in the use of electrical tools, equipment and the measurements necessary to meet established standards
Ability to train others in attaining higher skill levels in inspections and repairs
Demonstrated computer skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in maintenance of railroad equipment.
Completion of technical school or apprenticeship program.
Communications and Interpersonal Skills
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions
Required to wear safety apparel and equipment when necessary
Must have visual acuity and hearing capability to perform the essential functions of the job unless other vision or hearing standards are required by law
Must have ability to distinguish and separate sounds around machinery and tools
Must be able to work safely around loose materials, uneven surfaces and metal plates and equipment
Must be able to lift, carry, push or pull loads in accordance with all applicable safety rules
The hourly range is $29.90 – $39.86 (with opportunity for increases, as per the applicable collective bargaining agreement, after beginning employment). Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental and vision plans; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan; life insurance; paid time off; reimbursement of education; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Some benefits are subject to the collective bargaining agreement. Learn more about our benefits offerings here.
You power our progress through your performance.
We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career at Amtrak to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions.
Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen.
Candidates who test positive for ********* will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.
In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR § 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and ******* testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.
In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. §1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses.
Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/color, to include traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists, religion, *** (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, such as lactation), national origin/ethnicity, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, ****** orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.
Pay
$29.90 - $39.86 an hour
Full job description
Your success is a train ride away!
As we move America’s workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees.
Are you ready to join our team?
Our values of ‘Do the Right Thing, Excel Together and Put Customers First’ are at the heart of what matters most to us, and our Core Capabilities, ‘Building Trust, Accountability, Effective Communication, Customer Focus, and Proactive Safety & Security’ are what every employee needs to know and do to be most impactful at Amtrak. By living the Amtrak values, focusing on our capabilities, and actively embracing and fostering diverse ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives, together we will honor our past and make Amtrak a company of the future.
Job Summary
Responsible for inspection, testing and maintenance of plumbing, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, in accordance with FRA and Amtrak Tier II standards and guidelines for High Speed Trainsets.
Essential Functions
Performs inspection, testing and maintenance in accordance with 49CFR regulations and Amtrak Tier II standards on High Speed Trainset equipment
Troubleshoots equipment to determine corrective actions and causes of equipment failures
Installs, maintains and repairs hydraulic and pneumatic circuits and systems
Repairs tilting system, brake, water heating and sanitation systems
Installs, maintains and repairs heating and cooling equipment and related piping
Maintains proper care and use of materials, test equipment, machines and hand tools normally associated with assigned job
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
Experience in troubleshooting, repair, replacement and rebuilding of mechanic equipment and systems
Experience testing equipment and repairs to water and sanitation systems
Must successfully complete training and attain/retain certification applicable to assigned job
Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
Ability to read mechanical drawings
Knowledge and skill in the use of electrical tools, equipment and the measurements necessary to meet established standards
Ability to train others in attaining higher skill levels in inspections and repairs
Demonstrated computer skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in maintenance of railroad equipment.
Completion of technical school or apprenticeship program.
Communications and Interpersonal Skills
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions
Required to wear safety apparel and equipment when necessary
Must have visual acuity and hearing capability to perform the essential functions of the job unless other vision or hearing standards are required by law
Must have ability to distinguish and separate sounds around machinery and tools
Must be able to work safely around loose materials, uneven surfaces and metal plates and equipment
Must be able to lift, carry, push or pull loads in accordance with all applicable safety rules
The hourly range is $29.90 – $39.86 (with opportunity for increases, as per the applicable collective bargaining agreement, after beginning employment). Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental and vision plans; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan; life insurance; paid time off; reimbursement of education; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Some benefits are subject to the collective bargaining agreement. Learn more about our benefits offerings here.
You power our progress through your performance.
We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career at Amtrak to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions.
Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen.
Candidates who test positive for ********* will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.
In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR § 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and ******* testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.
In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. §1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses.
Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/color, to include traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists, religion, *** (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, such as lactation), national origin/ethnicity, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, ****** orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.
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