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As we move Americas 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.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
The Block Operator uses an electronic/automated system, arranges the use of blocks, tracks,
interlocking switches and signals ensuring the prompt and efficient movement of trains.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Under the direct supervision of the Train Dispatcher follows instructions and advises them
immediately of any occurrences which may affect proper operation or safety of train movement.
Using an electronic/automated system, arranges the use of blocks, tracks, interlocking switches
and signals for the prompt movement of trains in accordance with the rules, Form Ds and
special instructions.
Per instructions from the Train Dispatcher, delivers Form Ds, messages and other instructions.
Communicates information essential to safe operations utilizing one or more of the following:
voice, hand signals, block line, computers, telephone, radio, interlocking appliances and written
communication.
Observes passing trains in compliance with company operating rules and reports train defects
and the improper display of marking devices.
Completes the transfer portion of the station record of train movement with all necessary information,
ensures complete understanding by relieving block operator and signs the record in his/her presence.
Maintains the prescribed station record of train movement in red ink (only).
Monitors the weather and promptly advises the Train Dispatcher if theres a sudden change such as high
water, storms or fog.
Works within the guidelines of Amtraks System Safety Program.
Remains on duty until relieved and notifies Train Dispatcher promptly should relief fail to report at
the prescribed time.
Works under Hours of Service guidelines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must satisfactorily complete an 8-week training course, including the following written exams:
Operating Rules (NORAC)
Electrical Operating Instructions (AMT-2)
Operation of Signals and Interlockings (AMT-4)
Employee Timetable

PREFERRED QUALFICATIONS:
Experience working as a dispatcher
Experience working in the transportation field

COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No

Candidates who apply to this posting may be contacted now or at a later date when a position becomes available.

Requisition ID:116123
Posting Location(s):New York
Job Family/Function:Transportation
Relocation Offered:No
Travel Requirements:None

Amtrak employees power our progress through their performance.

We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job we want it to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging and rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, competitive pay, benefits that protect you and your family and a high performance culture that recognizes and values your contributions and helps you reach your career goals.

All positions require pre-employment background check verification, a pre-employment drug screen and proof of full vaccination against COVID -19. Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. Marijuana, notwithstanding any statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Candidates who engage in the usage of marijuana will not be qualified for hire. Successful applicants for employment with Amtrak must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the date of hire as a condition of employment, subject to requests for accommodation. Fully vaccinated means 14 days have elapsed since receiving the second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or 14 days since receiving the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

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.

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 EOE/Affirmative Action Minority/Female employer, and we welcome all to apply. We consider candidates regardless of race/color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), national origin/ethnicity, age, 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.

POSTING NOTES: Transportation|| Railroad Operations