Rail Systems Sheetmetal & Hydraulics Technician

Amtrak; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K

Rail Pass Privileges

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Amtrak is seeking a skilled technician responsible for inspection, testing and maintenance of plumbing, hydraulic and pneumatic systems on High Speed Trainsets. You will ensure compliance with FRA and Amtrak Tier II standards, troubleshoot failures and service critical equipment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, hands-on repair experience, ability to read schematics, and proficiency with electrical tools and test equipment. Safety and teamwork are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience troubleshooting, repair, replacement and rebuilding of mechanical equipment and systems.
• Experience testing equipment and repairs to water and sanitation systems.
• Must complete training and attain applicable certification.
• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge and skill in the use of electrical tools and measurement equipment.
• Ability to train others in inspections and repairs.
• Demonstrated computer skills.
• Preferred: experience maintaining railroad equipment.
• Preferred: completion of technical school or apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspection, testing and maintenance in accordance with 49CFR regulations and Amtrak Tier II standards on High Speed Trainset equipment.
• Troubleshoots equipment to determine corrective actions and causes of equipment failures.
• Installs, maintains and repairs hydraulic and pneumatic circuits and systems.
• Repairs tilting system, brake, water heating and sanitation systems.
• Installs, maintains and repairs heating and cooling equipment and related piping.
• Maintains proper care and use of materials, test equipment, machines and hand tools normally associated with assigned job.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Reading drawings

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical tools

Test equipment

Job description

Amtrak is seeking a skilled technician responsible for inspection, testing and maintenance of plumbing, hydraulic and pneumatic systems on High Speed Trainsets. You will ensure compliance with FRA and Amtrak Tier II standards, troubleshoot failures and service critical equipment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, hands-on repair experience, ability to read schematics, and proficiency with electrical tools and test equipment. Safety and teamwork are essential in this role.