Rail Vehicle Mechanical Maintenance General Intern / Trainee - Regional Rail (0836)
Company: Septa
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: June 4, 2025
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Job Description:
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The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is
the sixth largest transportation system in the United States, with
a vast network of fixed route services including bus,
subway/elevated, trackless trolley, light rail, and commuter rail
serving a 2,200 square mile service region. SEPTA has become an
integral force in the economic success of the Philadelphia region,
providing an efficient and reliable source of transportation.
We are seeking candidates for the position of Rail Vehicle
Mechanical Maintenance General Intern / Trainee - Regional Rail
(0836) in the REE&M/RRD Shops & Yards.
OVERALL DESCRIPTION
Note: These positions will begin in July 2025
SEPTA is recruiting candidates for our Mechanical General Intern
Training Program. This one-year program is a structured formalized
method of training consisting of "on-the -job training" performed
under the supervision of a subject matter expert coupled with
related classroom instruction.
The purpose of the program is to develop candidates into
experienced 2nd Class Rail Vehicle Mechanics who will be members of
one of the four Mechanical unions at SEPTA.
Rail Mechanics are responsible for the inspection, adjustment,
repair/replacement and overhaul of rail vehicles and related
accessories.
The candidates who qualify to participate in the program will be
considered a General Intern.
Compensation Data
The candidates who qualify to participate in the program will be
considered an Intern. The Intern starting pay rate is
$17.56/hour.
Interns who finish the program and are hired as 2nd Class Rail
Vehicle Mechanics will earn $31.22/hr. to start.
Once hired, Employees can test and promote into 1st Class
($37.17/hr.) and Specialist (38.72/hr.) Rail Vehicle Mechanic
positions (as well as various other positions throughout
SEPTA).
** Please Note - Intern / Trainee positions are Full-Time, Benefits
eligible Union positions .**
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Rail Mechanics are responsible for the inspection, adjustment,
repair/replacement and overhaul of rail vehicles and related
accessories.
Additional responsibilities: Complies with all Authority and
Departmental safety and security policies and procedures, as well
as all applicable job safety responsibilities.
Reports any safety concerns, compromises, or hazards in the
immediate working environment to Supervision and takes initiative
to alleviate potential and existing hazards affecting self and
other employees.
Is responsible for the individual's own safety and is encouraged to
promote the safety of others.
This Training program requires extensive study and demonstration of
material taught as reflected by Written Knowledge and Performance
Tests. Participant will be evaluated and tested throughout the
length of the Internship to advance to the different levels of the
program.
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
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BENEFITS
SEPTA offers a comprehensive benefits and retirement program for
ALL employees, including:
Benefit plans with No Employee annual premium contribution:
Additional benefits we offer:
SEPTA 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, disability, age, or veteran
status.
Nearest Major Market: Philadelphia
Keywords: Septa, Towson , Rail Vehicle Mechanical Maintenance General Intern / Trainee - Regional Rail (0836), Professions , Philadelphia, Maryland
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