Job Description
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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
Oversee activities in car shops, locomotive shops, repair-in-place tracks, and Service & Inspection terminals for the Division. Supervise all mechanical operations in assigned location. Serve as the mechanical point of contact for multiple state-supported services and contracts in the division.
Essential Functions
Lead planning, development, and management of resources for inspection and mechanical service activities from conceptual design to project close-out, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget.
Coordinate inspection and mechanical service activities with internal stakeholders and external organizations.
Ensure strict compliance with maintenance alerts, regulatory requirements, and supplier instructions.
Implement process improvements to enhance inspection and servicing across extended areas.
Monitor productivity, making procedural adjustments as needed, and oversees safety plans and programs for inspection and mechanical services.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
Plus 11 years of relevant work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
Plus 13 years of relevant work experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Extensive knowledge of railway and rail transit rolling stock servicing, repair, and maintenance, with demonstrated leadership in these areas
Proficiency in project and inventory management, technical supervision, quality control, and planning for procedural and operational methods
Experience in budget control, financial management, and contract oversight
Effective oral and written communication skills for internal and external stakeholders
Proven expertise in process management and application of safety program methodology
Familiarity with railway engineering regulatory requirements and industry quality standards, including ISO procedures
The salary/hourly range is $163,000.00 – $211,140.00. 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
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Requisition ID:
166564
Work Arrangement:
06-Onsite 4/5 Days
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Relocation Offered:
Yes
Travel Requirements:
Up to 25%
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