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Engine Service Instructor eff 11/02/2009 Choose actions for Engine Service Instructor eff 11/02/2009  
Location: California-Oakland
Req. Number: 90105591
Description: THE SAFETY OF OUR PASSENGERS, OUR EMPLOYEES, THE PUBLIC, AND OUR OPERATING ENVIRONMENT IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY!

The closing date for this position is November 09, 2009. The rate of pay for this position is $307.00 per day.

INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY

Reposting previous candidates do not have to reapply.

Summary of Duties:
The position supports the operating Divisions and the Chief Transportation Officers Operating Practices staff by: Delivering initial and recurrent instruction and examination of employees in Transportation, Engineering and Mechanical Departments who are governed by railroad operating rules. Providing guidance and interpretation of all regulatory rules to Division managers responsible for supervising those employees. Organizing and scheduling classes, procuring materials and coordinating and communicating with Division management to ensure mandatory participation is achieved while balancing the needs of the Division. Supporting new technologies that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of instruction used to qualify/re-qualify operating employees. Providing guidance and technical advice to all interested parties.

Education:
Must have a Bachelors degree in business or transportation or related field or an equivalent combination of work experience, training and education.

Word Experience:
Must be currently qualified in Engine service.

Other Requirements:
Extensive knowledge of operating rules and practices and special instructions governing NEC operations or off-corridor operations, and related federal regulations. Knowledge of Amtrak train operations. Demonstrated ability to deliver a comprehensive operating rules training and testing program. Effective organizational, administrative and personal computing skills as demonstrated through past experience.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
Superior effectiveness in communication skills, including writing, speaking, negotiation, and presentation/platform. Demonstrated drive, ambition and leadership ability.

Travel:
50%

Comments:
When selected for this assignment, candidate becomes a member of a pool of selected candidates and will be called into service as a Engine Service Instructor as needed.


Hiring Range: -
Annually
Last Date to Apply: 11/09/09
Position Type: Permanent
Job Category: Transportation
Years of Experience: 1 - 5
Travel Requirements: 50-100%
Relocation Benefits May Apply: No
Classification Agreement: Yes
Referral Bonus: 0 pts









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