Engineering Training Instructor

Engineering Training Instructor (Communications & Signals)

At Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), we give every team member—and their ideas—a seat for the journey. KCS is a diverse team built on different backgrounds, stories, and perspectives, which strengthens us. We invest in your future, making KCS the place for growth. We Imagine. We Care. We Commit!

We have operated and maintained the Commuter Rail network on behalf of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) since 2014, delivering safe, reliable service with global experience. We foster a safe, healthy, inclusive culture that welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. Your future starts here.

• Generous Medical & Rx plan
• Dental & Vision Plan
• Railroad Retirement Benefits
• 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
  • Supplemental health plans for accidents, critical illness, hospital stays
  • Pet, Home, Auto insurance

• Advanced knowledge of track engineering principles, rules and policies, safety requirements, and application of a broad range of engineering systems and equipment.
  • 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 MW-1 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.

• 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 self-starter and possess the ability to work with minimal oversight.
• Possess intermediate skill set in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

• Develop and maintain proficiency of employees by delivering classroom, lab, and FRA 243 compliant on-the-job (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, self-study, 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.

Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 annually

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  placing safety first, we ensure the well-being of our employees, customers and communities. Together we can become the most successful…