Substation Trainee - 90414933 - Philadelphia

Amtrak; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 63,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K Rail Pass Privileges

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter and Flexible SpendingAccounts

Job summary

Amtrak in Philadelphia, PA seeks a Substation Trainee to construct, install, test and maintain substation switching apparatus, control cables and batteries. You will operate the substation and obtain power clearances in a training program.

The position requires basic electrical knowledge, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to pass examinations. You will join a structured training program with progression through stages while supporting 24-hour rail operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must read, write, and speak English clearly.
• Must pass satisfactory examinations per Electric Traction Training Agreement.
• Must maintain safety record and good attendance.
• Willingness to train through all stages of the program.

Responsibilities

• Construct, install, test and maintain substation switching apparatus and cables.
• Operate substation and obtain power clearances.
• Respond to railroad concerns on a 24-hour basis.
• Maintain and test associated batteries and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English language fluency

Safety awareness

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Training program participation

24-hour responsiveness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

High voltage systems

Electrical testing devices

Job description

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Substation Trainee - 90414933 - Philadelphia

Date: Sep 23, 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

Substation Trainee construct, install, test and maintain substation switching apparatus, control cables and associated batteries. Operates substation and take power clearances.

Essential Functions

• Must pass satisfactory examinations in accordance with Electric Traction Training Agreement.
• Must maintain 80% average (exception- hiring at class “A” status).
• Must have prior satisfactory work attendance record, work performance, and safety record.
• Must read, write, and speak the English language clearly, with the ability to communicate using telephones and radios.
• Will be placed in a training program and must excel through all stages of training.
• The ability to respond to railroad concerns on a 24-hour basis.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic electrical theory, knowledge coupled with the desire and ability to learn.
• Must have a current valid driver’s license at hiring or transfer. License must be maintained throughout employment.
• Must be able to understand, speak, and write the English language fluently.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs or more.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as an electrician with High voltage electrical systems and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of electrical components and use of various electrical testing devices.
• Formal electrical training

Communications and Interpersonal Skills

• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

The hourly range is $45.67 – $50.74 (with opportunity for increases, as per the applicable collective bargaining agreement, after beginning employment).

• Health and Wellness Financial and Retirement Work and Family Life Support
• 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:167232

Posting Location(s):Pennsylvania

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.