Carmen Helper - Long Island City Date: Oct 14, 2026 Location: Long Island City, NY, US, 11101 Company: Amtrak Your success is a train ride away! 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. Are you ready to join our team? 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.
Job Summary:
Responsible for performing cleaning to the exterior/interior of rolling stock equipment, e.g. toilet shrouds, trash cans, etc. Properly dispose of garbage, drive snowplow (geographic specific), drive toilet service truck, service toilets, yard cleanup, and performing all other duties as assigned.
Essential Functions:
Perform exterior/interior cleaning of rolling stock equipment, toilet shrouds, trash cans, etc. Use a forklift Use a waste disposal system (truck, portable cart, manual, etc.) Perform car watering Perform carpet shampooing Performing all other duties as assigned May assist other craft personnel in the performance of their duties
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED Must successfully complete training and or attain/retain certifications applicable to assigned job Fork Truck qualified Valid government issued driver's license Must be able to lift items weighing up to 50lbs
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge and skill in the use of power washer, garden sprayer, other cleaning equipment that may be required per the appropriate JSA/job procedure. Some computer skills Ability to read, write and communicate proficiently Communications and Interpersonal Skills: Must have excellent written and oral communication skills. Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions: Required to wear safety apparel and equipment as required per the Employee Safety Rule book. Shop, field, train or yard locations with moderate to high noise level, lighting of various degrees, floors of carpet/metal and various heat/cold conditions and inclement weather. Will frequently be required to bend, stoop, stand and climb in performing daily tasks and activities. Must have visual acuity and hearing capability to perform the essential functions of the job unless other vision or hearing standards are required by law. Must be able to work safely around loose materials, uneven surfaces and metal plates and equipment. Must be able to lift, carry, push or pull loads in accordance with all applicable safety rules The hourly range is $27.17 $36.23 (with opportunity for increases, as per the applicable collective bargaining agreement, after beginning employment). Health and Wellbeing Financial and Retirement Work and Family Life Support Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401K Rail Pass Privileges Wellness Programs Railroad Retirement Benefits Employee Assistance Program Medical Plan Opt-out Credit Life Insurance Commuter and Flexible Spending Accounts No-cost Personal Health Advocate No-cost Financial Advisor Session Fertility and Family Building Benefits Some benefits are subject to the collective bargaining agreement.
