Engineering Training Instructor - Somerville, United States - Keolis Commuter Services

Keolis Commuter Services

Verified Company

Somerville, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

At Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), we give every team member—and their ideas—a seat for the journey. We are a diverse team made up of different backgrounds, stories, and perspectives, which is our strength.

If you're looking for a career with a company that invests in your future, KCS is the place for you.

We Imagine. We Care. We Commit

Since 2014, Keolis Commuter Services has been entrusted with operating and maintaining the Commuter Rail network on behalf of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA).

During this time, we have worked to deliver a safe and reliable service, thanks to the knowledge and dedication of our team, and our experience operating transit networks around the world.

Today, we're proud of the progress we have made together to deliver a best-in-class service for the Greater Boston community.

We believe our people are what make us great.

That is why we demonstrate a commitment to a safe, healthy, and inclusive culture that welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging.

Your future starts here.

At Keolis Commuter Services, LLC we provide a competitive compensation package that is designed to be flexible and comprehensive to meet the needs of our hard-working employees and their families.

Benefits Package Highlights:

Generous Medical & Rx plan
Dental & Vision Plan
Railroad Retirement Benefits a federal program that administers retirement, survivor, unemployment, and sickness benefits to U.S. railroad workers and their families.
Fidelity 401K Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
Transit and Parking Reimbursement Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Company Sponsored Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefits
Education Assistance
Short

- & Long-term Disability Benefits

Voluntary Benefits Plan options including
Supplemental health plans for accidents, critical illness, hospital stays
Pet, Home, Auto insurance

Knowledge and Experience:

Signal Maintenance and Repair
Installation and Troubleshooting of New Systems
Testing and Calibration
Documentation and Reporting
Safety Compliance
Thorough knowledge of relevant railroad regulations, rules, and standards such as FRA parts 213 and 214, CWR, RWP, Engineering Safety Rules, MBTA MW1 Standards, NORAC, and AREMA recommended practices.
Experience in managing and delivering FRA part 243 compliant programs.
Previous experience as a training instructor is desirable.
A background, experience or qualification in adult learning is desirable.

Skills:

Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
Excellent leadership and management skills with a proven ability to motivate, inspire and engage others.
Be a selfstarter and possess the ability to work with mínimal oversight.
Possess intermediate skill set in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

Key Accountabilities:

Develop and maintain the proficiency of employees by delivery of classroom, lab, and FRA 243 compliant onthejob (field) training, using blended delivery skills (paced for the learner) and training material in accordance with KCS regulations, rules, and standards.
Plan, monitor, develop, schedule and deliver training for all Engineering Department employees.
Carry out regular staff competence assessments. Support and advise on employee competence improvement plans and training gaps.
Contribute to and support the design and development of new and/or improved training programs, training and assessment materials, and documentation.
Conduct and lead efforts in correctly performing audits to determine safety compliance, proficiency in work practices, knowledge of safeguards and desire for continuous improvement
Continue education and knowledge through regulatory research, selfstudy, seminars, conferences, and meetings to ensure best practices are maintained during industry changes.
Read and accurately interpret company documents, such as but not limited to safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and federal and state regulations.
Demonstrate by example as a safety supervisor with genuine care and passion, to empower all fellow team members to be an integral and valuable part of our Safety Culture.
Assist in recognizing, developing, and implementing proactive preventative action measures such as near misses, safety suggestions and concerns, etc.

Additional Statements

Drug and Alcohol Screening:
Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment drug and alcohol screen. Also contingent upon receiving a favorable background check. Must pass a physical examination.

Safety Commitment:
Safety is a way of life at Keolis. By placing safety first, we ensure the well-being of our employees, customers and communities. Together we can become the most successful transportation company in the w