Lineman Trainee - 90389809 - Morrisville, PA

Amtrak; Morrisville; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Amtrak is seeking Lineman Trainees to join their team in Morrisville. The role involves constructing and maintaining high voltage transmission systems. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in heavy physical labor. Excellent communication skills and the ability to lift heavy loads are essential. Amtrak offers competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Education Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in heavy physical labor.

Responsibilities

• Constructing, maintaining, and installing high voltage transmission systems.
• Attaching appurtenances, relocating lines, and installing power lines.

Skills

Communication

Mechanical Aptitude

Climbing

Rigging

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand Tools

Job description

Success is a Train Ride Away at Amtrak!

Join us as we connect America's workforce and communities across the country. With over 20,000 diverse professionals, we prioritize safety and employee success. Our core values are 'Do the Right Thing, Excel Together, and Put Customers First,' guiding us to foster diversity, trust, accountability, effective communication, customer focus, and proactive safety and security.

Summary of Duties

Lineman Trainees are responsible for constructing, maintaining, and installing high voltage transmission, catenary, and signal transmission systems.

Essential Functions

• Attach appurtenances, relocate lines, shift poles, install anchors and foundations, move poles, splice appurtenances, and install power lines and signal systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in heavy physical labor.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL license must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Basic math skills, including fractions and decimals.
• Ability to pass safety and department training over 24 months.
• Proficiency in English communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Climbing, rigging, and lineman experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand tools.
• Electrical background or education.
• Previous electric traction railroad experience.
• CDL license (preferred).

Work Environment

• Ability to understand and follow safety protocols and identify risks.

Communication Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly rate is $42.83, with potential increases. Benefits include health, dental, vision plans, wellness programs, 401K, life insurance, paid time off, education reimbursement, and more. Learn more about our benefits here.

Additional Information

Requisition ID: 164213
Location: Pennsylvania
Job Family: Engineering
Relocation: No
Travel: Up to 25%

We value high performance, individual contributions, and a safe, drug-free workplace. Pre-employment background checks and drug tests are required, including strict policies on marijuana use and criminal background screening in compliance with DOT regulations and federal law.

Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.