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The Lead Technical Trainer – Track Foreman plays a key role in shaping the next generation of Amtrak’s front line track department leadership. Under the guidance of the Manager Track Foreman Training, this position is responsible for developing, delivering, and continuously improving the new Track Foreman Training Program. The Lead Technical Trainer leads both classroom and field instruction, guiding trainees through structured on-the-job training (OJT) rotations in inspection, maintenance, surfacing, welding, and production. The Lead Trainer ensures through this immersive experience, that trainees build the well-rounded technical, organizational, and leadership skills needed to confidently lead work groups and uphold the safety and performance of Amtrak’s track infrastructure.
Job Responsibility:
Regularly travels to field locations to work directly alongside trainees and their assigned track gangs during OJT rotations
Conducts structured field evaluations of trainees and their mentors to assess skill development, leadership growth, and adherence to safety and operational standards
Leads classroom and hands-on sessions that complement on-the-job training
Coordinates Track Foreman Training Program on-the-job-training scheduling and module rotation
Act as principle point of contact for all OJT activities ensuring alignment between classroom instruction and field application
Participates in both day and night shift operations as dictated by the trainee’s current training module
Responsible for planning, scheduling, monitoring, and presenting performance objectives and documenting training records
Assists in the development, implementation, and ongoing refinement of on-the-job-training and classroom training materials
Serves as a subject matter expert in the development, review, evaluation, and revision of track foreman training program
Proctors and administers regulatory qualification testing
Works with System Safety and System Track to ensure training programs align with relevant safety and compliance regulations
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree required OR equivalent combination of training, education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
6 years railroad work experience in the areas of track inspection, maintenance and construction
49 CFR Part 213.7 qualified
Demonstrated working knowledge of Amtrak standards (MW1000, Engineering Practices, NORAC, AMT-1, AMT-2) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Track Safety Standards and OSHA
Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and capable of working independently
Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, collaborative, and relationship building skills
Demonstrated experience in railroad operation planning for inspection, construction, and maintenance
Demonstrated knowledge of maintenance, operational, and construction practices specific to the railroad industry
Thorough knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local rules and regulations
Demonstrated proficiency in 49 CFR 213
Demonstrated proficiency in RWP, AMT II, NORAC or GCOR in application to track foreman activities including track traveling, piloting railroad equipment, and organizing and providing on-track protection to individuals and work groups
Demonstrated proficiency in various Microsoft Office applications
Must be able to motivate others and drive for results
Nice to have:
MW1000, RWP, AMT II, NORAC or GCOR Qualification
BMWE Track Foreman
Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and lead others
Experience with MAXIMO or similar track inspection program
Familiarity with Amtrak systems such as ALC, SPARTN, and MAXIMO
What we offer:
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