Coach Cleaner - 90126363 - Chicago

Job Summary

Amtrak is seeking dedicated individuals to become Coach Cleaners, responsible for ensuring the cleanliness of our train equipment. This is an opportunity to launch a career in the dynamic railroad industry. As a Coach Cleaner, you will play a key role in upholding Amtrak’s high standards by maintaining clean, safe, and regulation‑compliant train car interiors. This position supports a variety of cleaning functions, ranging from light tidying to thorough deep cleaning, to ensure a pristine environment for passengers. The role is fast‑paced and team‑oriented, requiring strong multitasking skills to meet tight deadlines and keep trains service‑ready. While not fully customer‑facing, the position may involve occasional interaction with passengers and collaboration with Onboard Services and other team members, where effective communication and professionalism are essential.

Career Advancement

Joining Amtrak as a Coach Cleaner opens the door to a variety of advancement opportunities. Career paths include roles in Mechanical as a Carmen Helper, assisting with the inspection, maintenance, and repair of rail equipment, or in Onboard Services as a Train Attendant, supporting passenger comfort, safety, and onboard service operations.

Essential Functions

• Conduct cleaning tasks for train cars, following all guidelines set by the FDA and Amtrak.
• Perform thorough, detail-driven deep cleaning tasks to ensure every surface, corner, and hard-to-reach area meets our high standards for cleanliness, safety, and customer comfort.
• Utilize cleaning chemicals and equipment safely in compliance with regulatory agencies and HAZCOM guidelines and procedures.
• Maintain and care for materials, equipment, machines, and hand tools relevant to your duties.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Prior experience in cleaning.
• Must be able to complete training and maintain necessary certifications for your position.
• Experience in commercial cleaning using OSHA-compliant cleaning chemicals, equipment, and safety practices.
• Must have basic computer skills to support essential job functions and communication.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, mops, brooms, dust pans, and toilet servicing equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience interacting with the public in a customer service or related role.
• Experience working as part of a team in a fast-paced service environment.
• Experience working in or cleaning food and beverage preparation spaces while following FDA-approved hygiene and safety practices.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Basic mechanical and equipment troubleshooting skills.
• Safely lift up to 50lbs.

Training

As part of your onboarding, you will undergo a comprehensive training program designed to equip you with the skills you will need to succeed. This includes:

• One (1) week of valuable classroom or computer-based learning, followed by practical on-the-job training to reinforce what you have learned.
• Regular evaluation through written and practical assessments to track your progress and ensure your proficiency and eligibility for required in-house certifications.

Schedule & Work Environment

• This is a union position, and membership is required.
• Shifts (1st, 2nd, or 3rd) will be assigned based on seniority, and may require working nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Individuals must be capable of working in varying climates, including exposure to both high heat and cold weather conditions based on location.
• Teamwork is essential in this role, requiring strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with fellow employees and ensure smooth operations.
• Basic computer skills in MS Office are recommended to effectively perform administrative tasks which may include ordering supplies and timesheet submittal.

Pay & Benefits

The hourly range is $24.44 – $32.58 (with opportunity for increases, as per the applicable collective bargaining agreement, after beginning employment).

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Rail Pass Privileges
• Wellness Programs
• Railroad Retirement Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical Plan Opt-out Credit
• Life Insurance
• Commuter and Flexible Spending Accounts
• No-cost Personal Health Advocate
• No-cost Financial Advisor Session
• Fertility and Family Building Benefits

Some benefits are subject to the collective bargaining agreement.