Motor Equipment Operator - 90394327 - Seattle

Job Summary

Responsible for maintenance and servicing of Amtrak’s locomotives and facilities in accordance with FRA, FDA, and Amtrak standards and guidelines.

Essential Functions

• Performs services on locomotives and equipment such as sanding, cleaning, washing, and scraping
• Empties waste retention system, trash receptacles and properly disposes of hazardous waste material in accordance with FDA/Amtrak standards and guidelines
• Performs shop maintenance and functions as motor equipment operator
• Uses and operates light cranes, tractors, forklifts, and similar equipment
• Maintain shop/yard cleanliness
• Maintain proper care and use of materials, equipment, machines and hand tools normally associated with assigned job

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in manual labor
• Successfully complete training and attain/retain certifications applicable to job
• Valid driver’s license required for locations where necessary to operate company vehicle and motorized equipment
• Knowledge of general/manual laborer duties
• Ability to operate cranes, tractors, and forklifts
• Ability to read, write and communicate proficiently
• Some computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of general/manual laborer duties
• Ability to operate cranes, tractors, and forklifts
• Ability to read, write and communicate proficiently
• Some computer skills

Communications and Interpersonal Skills

• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills

Pay

The hourly range is $30.09 – $35.40 (with opportunity for increases, as per the applicable collective bargaining agreement, after beginning employment).

Health and Wellbeing

• 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

Work and Family Life Support

• No-cost Personal Health Advocate
• No-cost Financial Advisor
• Session Fertility and Family Building Benefits

Requisition ID

166875

Posting Location(s)

Washington

Relocation Offered

No

Travel Requirements

Up to 25%