Electrician (New Hire) - 90414114 - Groton

Amtrak•Groton, CT

3d•$31 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Installation, Maintenance, and Repair of electrical equipment and wiring. Assets to maintain include Bridges, Feeders, Circuit Breakers, Lighting, Outlets, Wire, Signs, etc. 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 safety of the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees. 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.

Requirements

Must have a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
Must read, write, and speak the English language clearly.
Basic electrical theory, knowledge coupled with the desire and ability to learn.
Must have a current valid driver's license at hiring.
Must be able to lift 50lb or more.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the maintenance of railroad equipment.
Completion of technical school or apprenticeship program
Experience as an electrician or lineman with knowledge of tools, rigging, electricity and safety procedures.
Basic Electrical theory, knowledge of electrical components and use of various electrical testing devices.
Formal electrical training.
Valid Master Electrician's License or the ability to obtain Electrician’s license within 180 days of employment.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Must pass examinations in initial RWP and AMT-2 Classes.
Must demonstrate knowledge or maintenance or electrical assets.
Must have prior satisfactory work attendance record, work performance, and safety record.
Troubleshooting electrical problems and what is required to make repairs.
Other duties as assigned.