Maintenance of Way (M/W) Repairman (Heavy Equipment Mechanic) - 90370402 - Washington, DC

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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.

 

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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.

 

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

An M/W Repairman ensures compliance of all railroad, safety, operations, and federal railroad administration rules and regulations.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The M/W Repairman will troubleshoot and perform heavy repairs to all types of equipment components including engines, transmissions, gear boxes, hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, working components, conveyors, booms, buckets, and electrical systems. Solve work related problems, make decisions, provide instructions, drive heavy duty service trucks, often pull a trailer, and understand mechanical operations of machinery.

 

WORK EXPERIENCE:

•    Experience with pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical systems including the ability to read schematics is preferred.

•    Experience in other mechanical oriented occupations will be considered.

•    Must pass a Skilled-Craft Battery test in order to be considered for an interview.

 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

•    Must have a valid driver’s license on the date of hire.

•    CDL License preferred. 

•    Must be able to read and speak the English language because this position requires following government regulations.

•    Some welding experience is preferred.

•    Ability to read hydraulic and electric schematics is preferred.

•    Ability to lift 50 to 80 pounds on a frequent basis.

•    Ability to comprehend and comply with instructions

 

COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Must have excellent oral and written communication skills

The hourly rate is $33.62 - $37.35 (with opportunity for increases, as per the applicable collective bargaining agreement, after beginning employment). Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401k retirement plan; life insurance; paid time off; reimbursement of education; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Some benefits are subject to the collective bargaining agreement. Learn more about our benefits offerings here.

Requisition ID:162374
Posting Location(s):District of Columbia                                                                                                                                                  
Job Family/Function:Engineering 
Relocation Offered:No 
Travel Requirements:Up to 25% 

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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 loc