Becoming a sheet metal worker in Arlington, DC typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about three to five years, requiring approximately 8,000 hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 126,200 sheet metal workers nationwide, with a projected 0.2% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Arlington earn an average of $835.68 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $2,300 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like the Sheet Metal Workers' Local Union 19 help aspiring sheet metal workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
pbYour success is a train ride away!/b/p pAs 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./p p /p pbAre you ready to join our team?/b/p pOur 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 amp; 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./p p /p pubJOB SUMMARY:/b/ubr Responsible for inspection, testing and maintenance of plumbing, hydraulic and pneumatic systems on rolling stock equipment and components in accordance with FRA and Amtrak standards and guidelines.br br ubESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:/b/u/p ul liPerforms inspection, testing and maintenance in accordance with 49CFR regulations and Amtrak standards and guidelines/li liTroubleshoots equipment to determine corrective actions and causes of equipment failures/li liInstalls, maintains and repairs hydraulic and pneumatic circuits and systems/li liRepairs brake, water heating and sanitation systems/li liInstalls, maintains and repairs heating and cooling equipment and related piping/li liMaintains proper care and use of materials, test equipment, machines and hand tools normally associated with assigned job/li /ul p br ubMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:/b/u/p ul liHigh School Diploma or GED/li liExperience in troubleshooting, repair, replacement and rebuilding of mechanic equipment and systems/li liExperience testing equipment and repairs to water and sanitation systems/li liKnowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems/li liAbility to read mechanical drawings/li liKnowledge and skill in the use of specialized tools, equipment, and measurements necessary to meet established standards/li liSome computer skills/li /ul p br ubPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:/b/u/p ul liExperience in the maintenance of railroad equipment/li liCompletion of technical school or apprenticeship program/li /ul p br ubCOMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:/b/ubr Must have excellent oral and written communication skills/p p /p pThe hourly rate is $28.88 - $38.51 (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. 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Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions. /p pbr Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen. /p p /p pCandidates 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. /p pbr 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./p p /p pIn 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. /p pbr Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience./p p /p pAmtrak is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/color, to include traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, such as lactation), national origin/ethnicity, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law./p pbYour success is a train ride away!/b/p pAs 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./p p /p pbAre you ready to join our team?/b/p pOur 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 amp; 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./p p /p pubJOB SUMMARY:/b/ubr Responsible for inspection, testing and maintenance of plumbing, hydraulic and pneumatic systems on rolling stock equipment and components in accordance with FRA and Amtrak standards and guidelines.br br ubESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:/b/u/p ul liPerforms inspection, testing and maintenance in accordance with 49CFR regulations and Amtrak standards and guidelines/li liTroubleshoots equipment to determine corrective actions and causes of equipment failures/li liInstalls, maintains and repairs hydraulic and pneumatic circuits and systems/li liRepairs brake, water heating and sanitation systems/li liInstalls, maintains and repairs heating and cooling equipment and related piping/li liMaintains proper care and use of materials, test equipment, machines and hand tools normally associated with assigned job/li /ul p br ubMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:/b/u/p ul liHigh School Diploma or GED/li liExperience in troubleshooting, repair, replacement and rebuilding of mechanic equipment and systems/li liExperience testing equipment and repairs to water and sanitation systems/li liKnowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems/li liAbility to read mechanical drawings/li liKnowledge and skill in the use of specialized tools, equipment, and measurements necessary to meet established standards/li liSome computer skills/li /ul p br ubPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:/b/u/p ul liExperience in the maintenance of railroad equipment/li liCompletion of technical school or apprenticeship program/li /ul p br ubCOMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:/b/ubr Must have excellent oral and written communication skills/p p /p pThe hourly rate is $28.88 - $38.51 (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. 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Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions. /p pbr Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen. /p p /p pCandidates 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. /p pbr 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. 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See More Details >>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 inspection, testing and maintenance of plumbing, hydraulic and pneumatic systems on rolling stock equipment and components in accordance with FRA and Amtrak standards and guidelines. Essential Functions • Performs inspection, testing and maintenance in accordance with 49CFR regulations and Amtrak standards and guidelines • Troubleshoots equipment to determine corrective actions and causes of equipment failures • Installs, maintains and repairs hydraulic and pneumatic circuits and systems • Repairs brake, water heating and sanitation systems • Installs, maintains and repairs heating and cooling equipment and related piping • Maintains proper care and use of materials, test equipment, machines and hand tools normally associated with assigned job Minimum Qualifications • High School Diploma or GED • Experience in troubleshooting, repair, replacement and rebuilding of mechanic equipment and systems • Experience testing equipment and repairs to water and sanitation systems • Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems • Ability to read mechanical drawings • Knowledge and skill in the use of specialized tools, equipment, and measurements necessary to meet established standards • Some computer skills Preferred Qualifications • Experience in the maintenance of railroad equipment • Completion of technical school or apprenticeship program Communication And Interpersonal Skills Must have excellent oral and written communication skills The hourly rate is $28.88 - $38.51 (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. Learn more about our benefits offerings here . Requisition ID:164305 Posting Location(s):District of Columbia; Maryland; Virginia Job Family/Function:Mechanical Relocation Offered:No Travel Requirements:Up to 25% You power our progress through your performance. We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career at Amtrak to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions. Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires 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. Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/color, to include traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, such as lactation), national origin/ethnicity, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.
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