Bridge Machinist Groton

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Our values of ‘Do the Right Thing, Excel Together and Put Customers First’ are at the heart of what matters most to us, and our Core Capabilities, ‘Building Trust, Accountability, Effective Communication, Customer Focus, and Proactive Safety & Security’ are what every employee needs to know and do to be most impactful  living the Amtrak values, focusing on our capabilities, and actively embracing and fostering diverse ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives, together we will honor our past and make Amtrak a company of the future.

Responsible for inspection, testing, maintenance and repairs to movable bridges. Troubleshoot the mechanical systems that operate movable bridges in accordance with FRA and Amtrak standards and guidelines.

• Laying and fitting metal parts of moveable bridges with or without drawings.
• Manual machine sizing, boring, turning, threading, milling, and measuring.
• Dismantling, repairing, and rebuilding gearboxes of multiple types.
• Reading and analyzing prints.
• Troubleshoots equipment to determine corrective actions and causes of equipment failures.
• Maintains proper care and use of materials, test equipment, machines, and hand tools normally associated with assigned job.

• Completion of technical school or apprenticeship program preferred.
• Apprenticeship as a machinist.
• Experience in troubleshooting, repair, replacement or rebuilding mechanical equipment and systems.
• Must have a valid driver’s license at time of hire.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs be able to maneuver heavy tools and machinery parts.

• Experience in bridge construction.
• Vocational/technical training in mechanical field.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings.
• Ability to read, write and communicate proficiently.

• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.

The hourly range is $30.95 – $41.26 (with opportunity for increases, as per the applicable collective bargaining agreement, after beginning employment).

Health and Wellbeing Financial and Retirement Work and Family Life Support

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. Learn more about our benefits offerings here .

Requisition :167103
Posting Location(s):Connecticut

Relocation Offered:No
Travel Requirements:Up to 25%
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