Motor Equipment Operator - 90398715 - Los Angeles

Amtrak•Los Angeles, CA

7d•$30 - $35

About The Position

The Motor Equipment Operator is responsible for maintaining and servicing Amtrak locomotives and facilities in accordance with FRA, FDA, and Amtrak standards and guidelines. The role performs locomotive and equipment servicing, shop maintenance, motor equipment operation, and shop and yard upkeep. It requires manual labor experience, completion of applicable training and certifications, and a valid driver’s license where needed to operate company vehicles or motorized equipment. The position is located in Los Angeles, California, and involves travel requirements of up to 25%. The listed hourly range is $30.09–$35.40, with opportunity for increases under the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Experience in manual labor.
Successfully complete training and attain and retain certifications applicable to the job.
Valid driver’s license for locations where necessary to operate a company vehicle and motorized equipment.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating cranes, power tools, and hydraulic chain/sling rigging equipment.
Knowledge of general/manual laborer duties.
Ability to operate cranes, tractors, and forklifts.
Ability to read, write, and communicate proficiently.
Some computer skills.

Responsibilities

Service locomotives and equipment through tasks such as sanding, cleaning, washing, and scraping.
Empty waste retention systems and trash receptacles, and properly dispose of hazardous waste in accordance with FDA and Amtrak standards and guidelines.
Perform shop maintenance and work as a motor equipment operator.
Use and operate light cranes, tractors, forklifts, and similar equipment.
Maintain shop and yard cleanliness.
Properly care for and use materials, equipment, machines, and hand tools associated with the assigned job.