Rail Systems Technician for High-Speed Trainsets

Amtrak; Beech Grove (IN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Rail Pass Privileges

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Amtrak is seeking a qualified technician to inspect, test and maintain plumbing, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on High Speed Trainsets. Work must comply with FRA and Amtrak Tier II standards and guidelines.

The role requires reading blueprints, troubleshooting, and performing repairs on mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Applicants should be able to train others and demonstrate solid computer and measurement skills.

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/retain certification applicable to assigned job.
• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge and skill in use of electrical tools and measurements to meet standards.
• Ability to train others in attaining higher skill levels in inspections and repairs.
• Demonstrated computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspection, testing and maintenance per 49CFR and Amtrak Tier II standards on High Speed Trainset equipment.
• Troubleshoots equipment to determine corrective actions and causes of 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 care and use of materials, test equipment, and hand tools.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Electrical tools

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Test equipment

Electrical measurement tools

Job description

Amtrak is seeking a qualified technician to inspect, test and maintain plumbing, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on High Speed Trainsets. Work must comply with FRA and Amtrak Tier II standards and guidelines.

The role requires reading blueprints, troubleshooting, and performing repairs on mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Applicants should be able to train others and demonstrate solid computer and measurement skills.