Passenger Engineer Trainee
Summary of Duties:
Consistently and safely operates locomotives and trains in compliance
with federal regulations and corporate policies. Operates equipment
during varying work hours within a 24/7 transportation environment
maintaining alertness, situational awareness and vigilance. Thinks
and functions independently and utilizes clear and effective verbal
communication skills in interaction with fellow crew members and
other personnel responsible for safe and efficient train movement.
Education:
High School diploma or GED required. Some college or vocational
training preferred.
Work Experience:
Some work experience demonstrating the ability to maintain alertness,
awareness and vigilance, as well as clear, effective verbal
communication skills in the performance of work. Satisfactory
attendance and safe work record. Prior railroad operating experience
and work history that demonstrates ability to adapt to variable and
often changing work hours preferred. Preference given to individuals
who were trained by a Class 1 carrier or equivalent passenger
railroad and are currently certified as Class 1 Train Service
Engineers.
Other Requirements:
1. Although a driver's license is not required, applicants with a
driver's license must provide a certified copy of motor vehicle
driving record from the chief of the state drivers licensing agency
in which the applicant was last issued a license and any license(s)
issued or reissued from other state(s) within the preceding 60
months. Motor vehicle records must be void of any drug and alcohol
violations within the previous 36 months.
2. Must have a motor vehicle driving record void of any convictions
or state action canceling, revoking, suspending or denying a driver's
license for operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of or
impaired by alcohol or a controlled substance within the last 36
months or a record of refusal to undergo such testing as required by
state law within the last 36 months.
3. Must sign a release of records authorizing all previous railroad
employers to provide Amtrak with background information, if
applicable. In accordance with FRA regulations, previous railroad
service records must be void of any drug and alcohol violations
within the previous 60 months.
Other:
If selected, incumbent will be required to successfully complete
Engineer Training as follows:
Individuals not previously certified as Class 1 Train Service
Engineers:
7-10 weeks classroom and field work while headquartered at Amtrak's
Training Center in Wilmington, DE; followed by extensive qualifying
and on-the-job training associated with the Crew Base for which
hired; paid at the student training rate until incumbent achieves
certification as a Class 1 Train Service Engineer (currently
$16.11/hour straight time).
Individuals currently certified as Class 1 Train Service Engineers:
2-4 weeks classroom and field work while headquartered at Amtrak's
Training Center in Wilmington, DE, followed by additional qualifying
associated with the Crew Base for which hired; paid at the rate
determined by the agreement schedule.
Incumbents are subject to periodic medical examinations including
random drug and alcohol screenings.
Travel:
100 percent
