Building & Bridges (B&B) Mechanic - 90400279 - Groton, CT

Building & Bridges (B&B) Mechanic - Groton, CT

Make repairs to bridges, trestles, buildings, fences and other miscellaneous structures and other duties as required. Must be fully conversant with terms used in day-to-day operations and the use of tools required in daily work. Must be considered skilled in either carpentry, masonry or iron work.

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Experience in carpentry, masonry, steel work or other applicable craft.
• Valid driver's license is required at time of hire.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.

Good written and verbal communication skills.

The hourly range is $35.54 $39.49 (with opportunity for increases, as per the applicable collective bargaining agreement, after beginning employment). Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental and vision plans; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan; life insurance; paid time off; reimbursement of education; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Some benefits are subject to the collective bargaining agreement.

Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions require 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.