Lead Equipment Maintenance Planner - 90277716 - Chicago

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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.

 

Job Summary

Utilize electrical and/or mechanical expertise to enhance the availability and reliability of rolling stock equipment. Implement optimized inspection, preventive, and corrective maintenance programs, incorporating changes based on reliability-centered maintenance principles. Ensure that maintenance activities are strategically planned and executed to minimize downtime and maximize operational efficiency, contributing significantly to the overall reliability of the rolling stock fleet.

Essential Functions

• Directs equipment maintenance programs to enhance availability and reliability.
• Assumes primary leadership, ensuring effective communication across shifts.
• Manages rolling stock maintenance in compliance with Amtrak and regulatory standards.
• Oversees scheduling and execution of work orders for assigned equipment.
• Reviews daily reports for proper recording and promptly addresses identified issues, recommending solutions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience. 
• Plus 6 years of relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience. 
• Plus 8 years of relevant work experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong leadership with decisive decision-making abilities
• Proven problem-solving and analytical proficiency
• Effective oral and written communication skills for impactful presentations
• Aptitude for identifying and implementing solutions to address persistent issues
• Proficient in PC applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software

The salary/hourly range is $94,300.00 – $122,256.00. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. Depending on an employee’s assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee’s base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position. 

Health and Wellbeing Financial and Retirement Work and Family Life Support Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401K with Employer Match Generous Paid Time Off  Wellness Programs Railroad Retirement Benefits Paid Caregiving Days and Backup Care Health Savings Account Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Fertility and Family Building Benefits No-cost Personal Health Advocate Student Loan Assistance Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance Medical Plan Opt-out Credit Tuition and Education Reimbursement Paid Family Leave   Life Insurance Rail Pass Privileges   Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program   No-cost Financial Advisor Sessions Commuter and Flexible Spending Accounts

Learn more about our benefits offerings here.

 

Requisition ID:166452

Work Arrangement:06-Onsite 4/5 Days