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    Electrician - 90376292 - Washington - Amtrak

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    Job Title: Electrical and HVAC Systems Technician at Amtrak

    Responsibilities:

    Responsible for inspecting, testing, and maintaining electrical, electronic, and HVAC systems on rolling stock equipment and components in accordance with FRA and Amtrak standards and guidelines.

    Essential Functions:

    • Performs inspection, testing, and maintenance following 49CFR regulations and Amtrak standards
    • Utilizes various test equipment, PCs, and graphic information to diagnose malfunctions, troubleshoot, and qualify components and circuits for corrective actions and identifying causes of equipment failures
    • Repairs and/or replaces doors, electronics, signs, pantographs, and HVAC systems
    • Installs components like motors, generators, switches, relays, batteries, and transformers
    • Performs approved electrical modifications, repairs, or replaces components as needed
    • Troubleshoots equipment to identify corrective actions and root causes of failures
    • Maintains proper care and use of materials, test equipment, machines, and hand tools relevant to the job
    • Works on electrical systems and components with AC and DC voltage

    Minimum Qualifications:

    • HVAC experience
    • High School Diploma or GED
    • Experience in electrical repairs, testing advanced electrical/electronic systems, and interpreting circuit diagrams, schematics, and mechanical drawings
    • Experience in both AC and DC electrical systems
    • Successful completion of training and acquisition/maintenance of required certifications
    • Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems
    • Ability to troubleshoot using schematics and multimeters, coupled with knowledge of electrical tools and equipment
    • Some computer skills

    Preferred Qualifications & Work Environment:

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

    Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
    Must possess outstanding verbal and written communication skills

    Additional Information:

    The position offers an hourly rate of $36.85, with opportunities for increases based on the applicable collective bargaining agreement post-employment initiation. Amtrak provides a comprehensive benefits package covering health, dental, and vision plans, wellness programs, flexible spending accounts, a 401K retirement plan, life insurance, paid time off, education reimbursement, Railroad Retirement sickness, and retirement benefits, along with rail pass privileges. Learn more about our benefits offerings on our website.

    Company Insight:
    Be an essential part of advancing our progress through your exceptional performance at Amtrak. We aim for your role with us to be more than just a job; we strive for it to be a rewarding experience where you encounter challenging work, fulfilling opportunities, mutual respect, and competitive compensation. At Amtrak, we uphold a culture that places value on high performance and acknowledges the individual contributions of employees.

    Safety and Compliance:
    Amtrak is dedicated to fostering a secure work environment free from drugs and alcohol. All positions at Amtrak necessitate a pre-employment background check that incorporates prior employment verification, a criminal history screening, and a pre-employment drug test.

    Note: Please be mindful that any mentioned educational prerequisites can be met with an equivalent blend of education, training, and experience.

    Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
    Amtrak advocates for Equal Opportunity Employment and Affirmative Action, embracing diversity in applications. We consider candidates without bias based on race/color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions), national origin/ethnicity, age, disability (intellectual, mental, and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic data, citizenship, or any other personal characteristics safeguarded by law.


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