FRA Certification Helpline: (216) 694-0240

CLEVELAND, December 15 — Amtrak, the National Railroad Passenger Corp., is recruiting a Locomotive Engineer to work between Florence, S.C., and Richmond, Va. (eight hours).

One hundred percent rate of pay (five-years service) is $27.52 per hour. A training program will be held in Wilmington, Del., on Jan. 24, 2005. Applicants must have an acceptable motor vehicle record (no DUIs) and no decertifications (rule violations, CFR 240.117) in the last three years. Applicants will also be required to pass the Hogan Personality Inventory Test.

Duties include the safe operation of diesel-electric locomotives, complying with train orders, wayside signals, railroad operating rules, special instructions, and federal, state and local regulations to transport passengers and equipment safely and efficiently.

Locomotive Engineers perform equipment and air brake tests as required. Job involves working alone and apart in physical isolation while integrating activities with others. Engineers must make timely and critical decisions under stressful situations to safeguard lives and property.

Applicants should fax their resumes to Sarah Ray as soon as possible to: (202) 906-3312.

Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer: EOE, M/F, D/V.