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SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Lead Technical Trainer- T&D Electric Traction, under the guidance of the Manager of Training and Development, is responsible for planning, monitoring, developing, and delivering training to Electric Traction Third Rail personnel within the New York territory as well as other programs as assigned. This position is required to successfully plan and execute all instructional sessions in order to provide each employee with a full understanding and knowledge to comply with company policies, federal and state laws. When necessary, confers with System ET management and staff to determine training needs, regulatory compliance, guidance, and interpretation of regulatory rules.

This role supports the organization by ensuring awareness of Amtrak’s safety and security policy by providing clear instruction of new and revised policies & procedures for the Engineering Department as well as other departments as needed on instructions of material such as but not limited to AMT II, EPS, SOIs, Fall Protection, etc. Compliance to federal and state regulations (CFR, OSHA, ANSI) by maintaining training records and performance assessments for those trained through assigned programs. Bridges gap between instructor and leadership with peer-to-peer mentorship and coaching.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Training delivery & development - Assess training needs and certification requirements by developing and delivering training according to established instructional standards, programs, and methods.  Provides guidance and interpretation of all regulatory rules and practices. Maintenance of Training Records - Responsible for the efficient and accurate management of all training records and the enrollment process of the training program.  Enters participant’s personal and test data into Amtrak’s learning management system. Facilitates all activities related to the delivery of training – arrangement and preparation of materials, classrooms, and equipment, as well as administrative requirements.  Organizes and schedules classes, procures materials, and coordinates and communicates with interested parties to ensure participation. Project Management - Functions as a project leader and subject matter expert in the development of various content areas for training programs. Coaching & Mentoring - Mentor other instructors in the subject matter, content, and course delivery techniques for assigned technical courses. Provides mentoring, leadership and supervision in the training and performance of employees in training. The bulk of the time will be spent in Training Delivery and Development.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering or Transportation (or related field) or equivalent combination of training, education, and relevant experience In lieu of a degree, ten (10) years of relevant work experience must be clearly articulated Six (6) years of experience in the Electric Traction Department as a qualified Class A substation employee or equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience Qualified as a Third Rail Class A Employee Completion of the Third Rail Training program Must possess or be willing to acquire certifications for the following within 6 months from acceptance of position: Mid-Atlantic South Substation Territory, RWP, AMT-2 Class A Qualification
 

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Subject Matter Expert in primary training area with ability to assist other programs as needed Able to effectively delivery training in assigned training material Proven ability to obtain class A qualifications Knowledge of Amtrak Electric Traction policies and procedures Able to maintain all required qualifications and certifications in order to deliver training according to state and federal requirements Able to work effectively in a team environment Excellent decision making and organizational skills Able to provide feedback to participants on abilities to perform training tasks Strong organization, administrative, planning, and analytical skills Effective communication skills including presentation delivery, writing and verbal communications Experience using PC-based word processing spreadsheets, and presentation software (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Must be highly organized and able to handle a variety of duties, frequently with limited timeframes

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Prefer a background as a Class A employee with ten (10) years of experience. Must have completed the Electric Traction Training Program Prefer experience working in a collaborative team environment with various levels of senior staff, divisional management, and labor leaders Demonstrated experience and effectiveness in communication skills, including writing, speaking and the presentation of instruction content, data analysis Demonstrated leadership and management skills with proven ability to motivate others Thorough knowledge of Amtrak Electric Traction Department rules, practices, and procedures

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Travel up to 25%  Physical ability to deliver a fast-paced training program in which the lead technical trainer will be required to work in field and classroom settings Classes are designed to accommodate 5 to 24 participants and structured to engage and activate adult learning principles in a variety of settings The practical training environment replicates field scenarios to ensure safety is of the utmost importance The Lead Technical Trainer is responsible to ensure all students adhere to Amtrak’s safety program and utilize P.P.E. as required in field Will work variable hours and days

 

The salary/hourly range is $94,300 - $122,256. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, internal equity, etc. Depending on an employee’s assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee’s base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position and/or long-term incentive plan compensation. In addition to your salary, Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan with employer match; life insurance; short and long term disability insurance; paid time off; back-up care; adoption assistance; surrogacy assistance; reimbursement of education expenses; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Learn more about our benefits offerings here.

Requisition ID:163850
Posting Location(s):New York

Work Arrangement:06-Onsite Click here for more information about work arrangements at Amtrak. 
Job Family/Function:Safety & Security 
Relocation Offered:No 
Travel Requirements:Up to 50% 

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We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career at Amtrak to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions. 

Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen. 

Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.  

In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR § 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.

 

In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. §1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses. 

Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Amtrak is an EOE/Affirmative Action Minority/Female employer, and we welcome all to apply. We consider candidates regardless of 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 gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.