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JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for inspection, testing and maintenance of plumbing, hydraulic and pneumatic systems on rolling stock equipment and components in accordance with FRA and Amtrak standards and guidelines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs inspection, testing and maintenance in accordance with 49CFR regulations and Amtrak standards and guidelines
• Troubleshoots equipment to determine corrective actions and causes of equipment failures
• Installs, maintains and repairs hydraulic and pneumatic circuits and systems
• Repairs brake, water heating and sanitation systems
• Installs, maintains and repairs heating and cooling equipment and related piping
• Maintains proper care and use of materials, test equipment, machines and hand tools normally associated with assigned job

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience in troubleshooting, repair, replacement and rebuilding of mechanic equipment and systems
• Experience testing equipment and repairs to water and sanitation systems
• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Ability to read mechanical drawings
• Knowledge and skill in the use of specialized tools, equipment, and measurements necessary to meet established standards
• Some computer skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in the maintenance of railroad equipment
• Completion of technical school or apprenticeship program

COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills

The hourly rate is $27.64 - $36.85 (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:160296
Posting Location(s):Missouri
Job Family/Function:Mechanical
Relocation Offered:No
Travel Requirements:Up to 25%

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.64 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• welding: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• St. Louis, MO: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person