Lead Technical Trainer ET - 90341609 - Philadelphia

Amtrak; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Amtrak seeks a Lead Technical Trainer ET to plan, develop and deliver training for Electric Traction Lineman/Substation personnel, ensuring compliance with CFR, OSHA and ANSI. You will manage training records, coordinate sessions, and mentor instructors within Engineering.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in a related field and 6+ years in Electric Traction, with Class A qualifications and readiness to obtain AMT-2 within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering or transportation or related field.
• Six years in Electric Traction as qualified lineman/substation employee or equivalent.
• Qualified as Class A lineman / substation; willingness to obtain required certifications within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Plan, monitor, develop and deliver training for Electric Traction personnel.
• Manage training records and enrollments in the LMS.
• Coordinate materials, classrooms, and equipment for sessions.
• Lead projects and mentor other instructors in course delivery.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Mentoring

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering or Transportation

Six years Electric Traction experience

Tools

Class A lineman qualification

AMT-2 Class A Qualification

RWP certification

Job description

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Lead Technical Trainer ET - 90341609 - Philadelphia

Date: Sep 3, 2026

Location: Philadelphia, PA, US, 19104

Company: Amtrak

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

Lead Technical Trainer- T&D Electric Traction, under the guidance of the Manager of Training and Development, is responsible for planning, monitoring, developing, and delivering training to Electric Traction Lineman / Substation personnel as well as other programs as assigned. This position is required to successfully plan and execute all instructional sessions in order to provide each employee with a full understanding and knowledge to comply with company policies, federal and state laws. When necessary, confers with System ET management and staff to determine training needs, regulatory compliance, guidance, and interpretation of regulatory rules.

This role supports the organization by ensuring awareness of Amtrak’s safety and security policy by providing clear instruction of new and revised policies & procedures for the Engineering Department as well as other departments as needed on instructions of material such as but not limited to AMT II, EPS, SOIs, Fall Protection, etc. Compliance to federal and state regulations (CFR, OSHA, ANSI) by maintaining training records and performance assessments for those trained through assigned programs. Bridges gap between instructor and leadership with peer-to-peer mentorship and coaching.

Essential Functions

• Training delivery & development - Assess training needs and certification requirements by developing and delivering training according to established instructional standards, programs, and methods. Provides guidance and interpretation of all regulatory rules and practices.
• Maintenance of Training Records - Responsible for the efficient and accurate management of all training records and the enrollment process of the training program. Enters participant’s personal and test data into Amtrak’s learning management system.
• Facilitates all activities related to the delivery of training – arrangement and preparation of materials, classrooms, and equipment, as well as administrative requirements. Organizes and schedules classes, procures materials, and coordinates and communicates with interested parties to ensure participation.
• Project Management - Functions as a project leader and subject matter expert in the development of various content areas for training programs.
• Coaching & Mentoring - Mentor other instructors in the subject matter, content, and course delivery techniques for assigned technical courses. Provides mentoring, leadership and supervision in the training and performance of employees in training.
• The bulk of the time will be spent in Training Delivery and Development.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering or Transportation (or related field) or equivalent combination of training, education, and relevant experience
• Six (6) years of experience in the Electric Traction Department as a qualified Class A lineman/substation employee or equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience
• Qualified as a Class A lineman / substation
• Must possess or be willing to acquire certifications for the following within 6 months from acceptance of position: RWP, AMT-2 Class A Qualification

Preferred Qualifications

• Must have completed the Electric Traction Training Program
• Prefer experience working in a collaborative team environment with various levels of senior staff, divisional management, and labor leaders
• Demonstrated experience and effectiveness in communication skills, including writing, speaking and the presentation of instruction content, data analysis
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills with proven ability to motivate others
• Thorough knowledge of Amtrak Electric Traction Department rules, practices, and procedures

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Subject Matter Expert in primary training area with ability to assist other programs as needed
• Able to effectively delivery training in assigned training material
• Proven ability to obtain class A qualifications
• Knowledge of Amtrak Electric Traction policies and procedures
• Able to maintain all required qualifications and certifications in order to deliver training according to state and federal requirements
• Able to work effectively in a team environment
• Excellent decision making and organizational skills
• Able to provide feedback to participants on abilities to perform training tasks
• Strong organization, administrative, planning, and analytical skills
• Effective communication skills including presentation delivery, writing and verbal communications
• Experience using PC-based word processing spreadsheets, and presentation software (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Must be highly organized and able to handle a variety of duties, frequently with limited timeframes

Environmental Conditions/Physical Demands

• Travel up to 25%
• Physical ability to deliver a fast-paced training program in which the lead technical trainer will be required to work in field and classroom settings
• The practical training environment replicates field scenarios to ensure safety is of the utmost importance
• Will work variable hours and days

The salary/hourly range is $103,700.00 – $134,460.00. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. Depending on an employee’s assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee’s base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

Health and Wellbeing Financial and Retirement Work and Family Life Support

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401K with Employer Match Generous Paid Time Off

Wellness Programs Railroad Retirement Benefits Paid Caregiving Days and Backup Care

Health Savings Account Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Fertility and Family Building Benefits

No-cost Personal Health Advocate Student Loan Assistance Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance

Medical Plan Opt-out Credit Tuition and Education Reimbursement Paid Family Leave

Life Insurance Rail Pass Privileges

Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program

No-cost Financial Advisor Sessions Commuter and Flexible Spending Accounts

Requisition ID:167137

Work Arrangement:06-Onsite 4/5 Days
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.