High Speed Rail Sheetmetal Worker Technician - 90389324 - Philadelphia

Amtrak • Philadelphia, PA

301d • $35 - $41

About The Position

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. 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

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of technical school or apprenticeship program preferred.
• Experience in troubleshooting, repair, replacement and rebuilding of mechanic equipment and systems.
• Experience testing equipment and repairs to water and sanitation systems.
• Experience in the maintenance of railroad equipment preferred.
• Must successfully complete training and attain/retain certification applicable to assigned job.

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• Ability to read, write and communicate proficiently.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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.
• Rail pass privileges.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Rail Transportation
• Education Level: High school or GED