Rail Vehicle Mechanical Maintenance General Intern / Trainee - Regional Rail (0836)

About the position

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is the sixth largest transportation system in the United States, with a vast network of fixed route services including bus, subway/elevated, trackless trolley, light rail, and commuter rail serving a 2,200 square mile service region. SEPTA has become an integral force in the economic success of the Philadelphia region, providing an efficient and reliable source of transportation. We are seeking candidates for the position of Rail Vehicle Mechanical Maintenance General Intern / Trainee - Regional Rail (0836) in the REE&M/RRD Shops & Yards. This one-year program is a structured formalized method of training consisting of "on-the-job training" performed under the supervision of a subject matter expert coupled with related classroom instruction. The purpose of the program is to develop candidates into experienced 2nd Class Rail Vehicle Mechanics who will be members of one of the four Mechanical unions at SEPTA. Rail Mechanics are responsible for the inspection, adjustment, repair/replacement and overhaul of rail vehicles and related accessories.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, adjust, repair/replacement and overhaul of rail vehicles and related accessories.
• Comply with all Authority and Departmental safety and security policies and procedures.
• Report any safety concerns, compromises, or hazards in the immediate working environment to Supervision.
• Take initiative to alleviate potential and existing hazards affecting self and other employees.
• Promote the safety of others.
• Participate in extensive study and demonstration of material taught as reflected by Written Knowledge and Performance Tests.
• Be evaluated and tested throughout the length of the Internship to advance to the different levels of the program.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED (or be On Track to graduate by June 2025).
• Successfully completed a training program in a Mechanical / Electro-Mechanical field from a Vo Tech High School, post high school technical school or from the military within the past 4 years.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be at least 18 years of age by training start date in July 2025.

Nice-to-haves

• Upcoming 2025 graduates from Mechanical / Electro-Mechanical programs are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Medical – Minimal annual premium contribution.
• Prescription – No Employee annual premium contribution.
• Dental – No Employee annual premium contribution.
• Vision – No Employee annual premium contribution.
• Pension Plan / Retirement Savings.
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan.
• Voluntary Governmental 457B Deferred Comp Plan.
• Life Insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• SEPTA Transportation Pass – FREE travel on all SEPTA modes of transportation.
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.