ALSTOM

We create smart innovations to meet the mobility challenges of today and tomorrow. We design and manufacture a complete range of transportation systems, from high-speed trains to electric buses and driverless trains, as well as infrastructure, signaling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a truly global community of more than 75,000 people dedicated to solving real-world mobility challenges and achieving international projects with sustainable local impact.

We are looking for a Utility Worker for our Brunswick, MD facility.

Utility Worker

Pay rate: $31.28/hour

In your role as a Utility Worker, you will:

Service and clean locomotives and passenger equipment, transport supplies between work and storage sites, and perform a variety of support and clean-up activities in locomotive and passenger equipment repair areas.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
• Operate heavy duty equipment, licensed and unlicensed vehicles and work around all types of moving equipment.
• May be called upon to perform tasks associated with work assignments such as cleaning, sweeping, forklift operation, handling material and fueling locomotives.
• Clean interior/exterior of locomotives and passenger equipment and mechanical parts
• Supply locomotive with necessary materials.
• Complete routine reports and make entries into log and inventory records
• Clean empty cars.
• Check fuel or water sight glass/gauge to determine fluid levels on tools, machines or equipment (hydraulic, lubricating, fuel, cooling, etc.) and perform preventive maintenance on a variety of tools, equipment or machinery.
• Operate locomotive, passenger coaches and prime mover as part of team to move rail equipment.
• You will be required to operate locomotives.
• Additional duties as assigned in accordance with union agreement and incidental work rule provisions.

Training

Training will be provided in Baltimore and Brunswick, Maryland upon hire.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED
• 18 years of age or older
• Valid Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift experience
• Basic computer skills, Microsoft work, Ecxel and Maximo
• Mechanical aptitude

Basic Competencies

• Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications--both general and technical)
• Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)
• Reasoning skills (problem solving and trouble shooting skills)
• Mechanical aptitude

Physical Requirements

• Heavy work, lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis.
• Reach/handle/touch/grip/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb/walk/stand constantly.
• Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity.

Employment Conditions

• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
• Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, safety-toe boots and safety glasses
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
• Complete annual training and pass safety rules examination
• Subject to random testing for drugs and/or alcohol per certifications
• Must pass all required assessments, ex. Hearing and Vision
• Required to pass a post-offer medical examination, including drug and alcohol testing and physical capabilites test
• This position will be governed by a collective bargaining agreement, membership is required
• Active employees must complete one year in current position or craft before applying for positions

Environmental Conditions

Work outside in all weather conditions, in confined spaces, and on occasion at elevated heights.

This position is covered under Railroad Retirement.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals.

Alstom is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws.