SheetMetal Apprentice Period 1 - 90402271 - Beech Grove

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As we move America’s workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees.

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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 at Amtrak. By 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.

SUMMARY OF PROGRAM:

This Sheetmetal Worker Apprenticeship program will consist of extensive classroom and on-the-job training over a 36-month period. Classroom instruction will cover basic theory, skills, tool knowledge, and Amtrak courses specific to the duties being performed. Upon Completion of Sheetmetal Worker Apprenticeship program participants will become Journeyman Sheetmetal Workers (Pipefitters).

These duties, in accordance with FRA and Amtrak standards and guidelines, include but are not limited to:

• Experience in troubleshooting, repair, replacement and rebuilding of mechanic equipment and systems.
• Experience testing equipment and repairs to water and sanitation systems.
• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge and skill in the use of specialized tools, equipment, and measurements necessary to meet established standards.
• Some computer skills.
• Shift hours during the Sheetmetal Worker Apprenticeship program are typically 8 AM – 4 PM, Monday -Friday with alternative shifts based on training curriculum needs. Upon completion of the program, shifts will be in accordance with the SMWIA collective bargaining agreement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must successfully complete training and attain/retain certifications applicable to assigned,

COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Good written and verbal communication skills.

The hourly range is $35.07 – $35.07 (with opportunity for increases, as per the applicable collective bargaining agreement, after beginning employment). 

Some benefits are subject to the collective bargaining agreement. Learn more about our benefits offerings here.

Requisition ID:166837
Posting Location(s):Indiana

Relocation Offered:No
Travel Requirements:Up to 25%

You power our progress through your performance.

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 equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/color, to include traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, such as lactation), national origin/ethnicity, 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.