Railcar Sheetmetal & Systems Technician

Amtrak; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Rail Pass Privileges

Wellness Programs

Railroad Retirement Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Amtrak in Los Angeles is seeking a trained technician to inspect, test and maintain plumbing, hydraulic and pneumatic systems on High Speed Trainsets, ensuring compliance with FRA and Amtrak Tier II standards. The role demands proficiency in mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, plus the ability to read drawings.

You will install, repair and service hydraulic/pneumatic circuits, tilting systems, brakes, water heating and sanitation, and related HVAC piping.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience troubleshooting, repair, 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 the 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 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

Troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Reading drawings

Electrical tools

Train others

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical school or apprenticeship

Tools

N/A

Job description

Amtrak in Los Angeles is seeking a trained technician to inspect, test and maintain plumbing, hydraulic and pneumatic systems on High Speed Trainsets, ensuring compliance with FRA and Amtrak Tier II standards. The role demands proficiency in mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, plus the ability to read drawings.

You will install, repair and service hydraulic/pneumatic circuits, tilting systems, brakes, water heating and sanitation, and related HVAC piping.