PASSENGER ENGINEER TRAINEE - 90292938 - Lincoln

Amtrak•Lincoln, NE

About The Position

Consistently and safely operate locomotives and trains in compliance with federal regulations and corporate policies. The role operates equipment during varying work hours in a 24/7 transportation environment and requires alertness, situational awareness, and vigilance. The trainee must think and function independently and communicate clearly and effectively with fellow crew members and other personnel responsible for safe and efficient train movement. Selected candidates must successfully complete Engineer Training: 8–10 weeks of classroom and field work while 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. Incumbents are 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 and effective verbal communication while performing work.
Satisfactory attendance and a safe work record.
Successfully complete Engineer Training and qualifying/on-the-job training to achieve certification as a Class 1 Train Service Engineer.
Meet Federal Railroad Administration criteria for vision, color vision, and hearing.
If the applicant has a driver's license, successfully clear a motor vehicle record review after a conditional offer of employment.
Submit to periodic medical examinations and 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

Safely operate locomotives and trains in compliance with federal regulations and corporate policies.
Maintain alertness, situational awareness, and vigilance while operating equipment in a 24/7 transportation environment.
Think and function independently.
Communicate clearly and effectively with crew members and other personnel to support safe and efficient train movement.
Successfully complete required classroom, field, qualifying, and on-the-job engineer training.