Foreman III - 90411429 - Rensselaer
AmtrakAbout the role
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
Foreman III positions are customized based upon established role and need in area of responsibility. Foreman III duties may include employee supervision or functional accountability for an assigned responsibility, area, or organizational unit.
Essential Functions
- Foreman III essential functions vary and are based upon role
- Supervising other foreman and/or mechanics
- New operations involving special projects or work such as safety, materials, or regulatory compliance
- Existing operations where special knowledge is required, greater flexibility is needed, or the operation or work is being reorganized
- Training for entry into non-agreement positions
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must successfully complete training and attain/retain certifications applicable to assigned job.
- Leadership, decision making, and team building skills
- Organizational and problem solving skills
- Understanding and working knowledge of various mechanical craft duties
- Demonstrated computer skills
- Ability to read, write and communicate proficiently
- Must have a valid and current driver’s license
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of accepted railroad quality standards preferred
- Knowledge and skill in the use of electrical tools, equipment, and the measurements necessary to meet established standards
- Some college or technical school and/or journeyman qualification preferred
- Some supervisory experience in an operating environment preferred
- Demonstrated experience in diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical and/or mechanical systems preferred
- Some knowledge and experience related to safety program methodology and its application
- Demonstrated experience in working with WMS, SAP, ARROW, and other Amtrak automated programs preferred
- Experience in the maintenance of railroad equipment preferred
Communications and Interpersonal Skills
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
The hourly range is $47.55 – $47.55 (with opportunity for increases, as per the applicable collective bargaining agreement, after beginning employment).
Health and Wellbeing 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:166686
Posting Location(s):New York
Relocation Offered:No
Travel Requirements:Up to 25%
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