PASSENGER ENGINEER TRAINEE - 90344668 - Depew

Amtrak•Village of Depew, NY

About The Position

Amtrak is hiring a Passenger Engineer Trainee to safely operate locomotives and trains in compliance with federal regulations and corporate policies. The role operates within a 24/7 transportation environment, with varying work hours, and requires alertness, situational awareness, and vigilance. The employee must function independently and communicate clearly and effectively with crew members and other personnel responsible for safe, efficient train movement. Selected candidates must complete 8–10 weeks of classroom and field training headquartered at Amtrak’s Training Center in Wilmington, Delaware, followed by extensive qualifying and on-the-job training associated with the hired Crew Base. Trainees are paid at the student training rate until certified as a Class 1 Train Service Engineer. Individuals already certified as Class 1 Train Service Engineers are paid according to the applicable agreement schedule. The position is subject to periodic medical examinations and random drug and alcohol screenings.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Some work experience demonstrating the ability to maintain alertness, awareness, and vigilance, as well as clear, effective verbal communication while working.
Satisfactory attendance and a safe work record.
Successfully complete required Engineer Training and qualifying/on-the-job training if selected.
Meet Federal Railroad Administration criteria for vision, color vision, and hearing under 49 CFR 240.
Applicants who hold a driver’s license must successfully clear a motor vehicle record review after a conditional offer of employment.
Subject to periodic medical examinations, including random drug and alcohol screenings.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Prior railroad operating experience.
Work history demonstrating the ability to adapt to variable and often changing work hours.
Some college or vocational training.

Responsibilities

Consistently and safely operate locomotives and trains in compliance with federal regulations and corporate policies.
Maintain alertness, situational awareness, and vigilance while working varying hours in a 24/7 transportation environment.
Think and function independently.
Communicate clearly and effectively with crew members and other personnel responsible for safe and efficient train movement.
Complete required engineer classroom, field, qualifying, and on-the-job training.