High Speed Electrical Technician- 90104248 - Washington

Amtrak; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 79,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K

Rail Pass Privileges

Wellness Programs

Railroad Retirement Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter Benefits

Financial Planning

Family Benefits

Job summary

Amtrak in Washington, DC seeks a High Speed Trainset Electrical Technician responsible for repair, maintenance, and inspection of electrical power, control, onboard passenger comfort and safety systems on Amtrak’s high-speed trainsets. This role requires troubleshooting expertise and adherence to maintenance practices.

The position emphasizes teamwork, training fellow mechanics, lifting up to 50 lbs, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Successfully completed the required High Speed Rail Training Program.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be able to lift items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform required inspections, troubleshoot systems, monitor systems, and determine required corrective action
• Train members of your craft and other Trainset mechanics in the operation and repair of systems and components
• Must have working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and be able to make repairs based on training
• Work in a team environment, performing other work as required to the level of ability
• Inspect, repair or replace components and troubleshoot equipment within the craft scope

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

On-site maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

High Speed Rail Training Program

Job description

Your success is a train ride away! As we move America's workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees.

Your success is a train ride away! As we move America's workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees.

Are you ready to join our team?

Our values of ‘Do the Right Thing, Excel Together and Put Customers First’ are at the heart of what matters most to us, and our Core Capabilities, ‘Building Trust, Accountability, Effective Communication, Customer Focus, and Proactive Safety & Security’ are what every employee needs to know and do to be most impactful at Amtrak. By living the Amtrak values, focusing on our capabilities, and actively embracing and fostering diverse ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives, together we will honor our past and make Amtrak a company of the future.

Job Summary

The High Speed Trainset Electrical Technician, with knowledge of electrical power, control, onboard passenger comfort systems and onboard safety systems is the troubleshooter and repair person working on Amtrak’s High Speed Trainsets. This individual is responsible for performing repair, maintenance, serving and inspection activities in accordance with HST Maintenance practices.

Essential Functions

• Perform required inspections, troubleshoot systems, monitor systems, and determine required corrective action
• Train members of your craft and other Trainset mechanics in the operation and repair of systems and components to improve the skill level of all Trainset mechanics
• Must have working knowledge of all electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and be able to make repairs to them based upon the training received
• Work in a team environment, performing other work as required regardless of classification to the level of their ability
• Basic skills necessary to independently inspect, repair or replace components and troubleshot equipment to determine required corrective action and determine causes of failures on equipment which generally fall within the scope of their craft agreements

Minimum Qualifications

• Successfully completed the required High Speed Rail Training Program
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be able to lift items weighing up to 50lbs

Communications And Interpersonal Skills

• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills

The hourly range is $37.91 – $44.60 (with opportunity for increases, as per the applicable collective bargaining agreement, after beginning employment).

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Rail Pass Privileges
• Wellness Programs
• Railroad Retirement Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical Plan Opt-out
• Credit Life Insurance
• Commuter and Flexible Spending Accounts
• No-cost Personal Health Advocate
• No-cost Financial Advisor Session
• Fertility and Family Building Benefits

Some benefits are subject to the collective bargaining agreement. Learn more about our benefits offerings here.

Requisition ID

166894

Posting Location(s)

District of Columbia

Relocation Offered

No

Travel Requirements

Up to 25%

You power our progress through your performance.

We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career at Amtrak to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions.

Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen. Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.

In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.

In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. 1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses.

Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/color, to include traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, such as lactation), national origin/ethnicity, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.