Keolis Commuter Services hiring Engineering Training Instructor (C&S) in Somerville, Massachusetts, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

At Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), we give every team member—and their ideas—a seat for the journey. We are a diverse team made up of different backgrounds, stories, and perspectives, which is our strength. If you’re looking for a career with a company that invests in your future, KCS is the place for you. We Imagine. We Care. We Commit!

Since 2014, Keolis Commuter Services has been entrusted with operating and maintaining the Commuter Rail network on behalf of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA). During this time, we have worked to deliver a safe and reliable service, thanks to the knowledge and dedication of our team, and our experience operating transit networks around the world. Today, we're proud of the progress we have made together to deliver a best-in-class service for the Greater Boston community.

We believe our people are what make us great. That is why we demonstrate a commitment to a safe, healthy, and inclusive culture that welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. Your future starts here.

At Keolis Commuter Services, LLC we provide a competitive compensation package that is designed to be flexible and comprehensive to meet the needs of our hard-working employees and their families.

Benefits Package Highlights:

• Generous Medical & Rx plan
• Dental & Vision Plan
• Railroad Retirement Benefits - a federal program that administersretirement, survivor, unemployment, and sicknessbenefits to U.S.railroadworkers and their families.
• Fidelity 401K Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Reimbursement Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Sponsored Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefits
• Education Assistance
• Short- & Long-term Disability Benefits
• Voluntary Benefits Plan options including
  • Supplemental health plans for accidents, critical illness, hospital stays
  • Pet, Home, Auto insurance

Knowledge and Experience:

• Advanced knowledge of track engineering principles, rules and policies, safety requirements, and application of a broad range of engineering systems and equipment, including, but not limited to, the following:
  • Signal Maintenance and Repair
  • Installation and Troubleshooting of New Systems
  • Testing and Calibration
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Safety Compliance
• Thorough knowledge of relevant railroad regulations, rules, and standards such as FRA parts 213 and 214, CWR, RWP, Engineering Safety Rules, MBTA MW-1 Standards, NORAC, and AREMA recommended practices.
• Experience in managing and delivering FRA part 243 compliant programs.
• Previous experience as a training instructor is desirable.
• A background, experience or qualification in adult learning is desirable.

Skills:

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent leadership and management skills with a proven ability to motivate, inspire and engage others.
• Be a self-starter and possess the ability to work with minimal oversight.
• Possess intermediate skill set in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

Key Accountabilities:

• Develop and maintain the proficiency of employees by delivery of classroom, lab, and FRA 243 compliant on-the-job (field) training, using blended delivery skills (paced for the learner) and training material in accordance with KCS regulations, rules, and standards.
• Plan, monitor, develop, schedule and deliver training for all Engineering Department employees.
• Carry out regular staff competence assessments. Support and advise on employee competence improvement plans and training gaps.
• Contribute to and support the design and development of new and/or improved training programs, training and assessment materials, and documentation.
• Conduct and lead efforts in correctly performing audits to determine safety compliance, proficiency in work practices, knowledge of safeguards and desire for continuous improvement
• Continue education and knowledge through regulatory research, self-study, seminars, conferences, and meetings to ensure best practices are maintained during industry changes.
• Read and accurately interpret company documents, such as but not limited to safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and federal and state regulations.
• Demonstrate by example as a safety supervisor with genuine care and passion, to empower all fellow team members to be an integral and valuable part of our Safety Culture.
• Assist in recognizing, developing, and implementing proactive preventative action measures such as near misses, safety suggestions and concerns, etc.

Additional Statements

Drug and Alcohol Screening: Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment drug and alcohol screen. Also contingent upon receiving a favorable background check. Must pass a physical examination.

Safety Commitment: Safety is a way of life at Keolis. By placing safety first, we ensure the well-being of our employees, customers and communities. Together we can become the most successful transportation company in the world.

Environmental Commitment: Keolis is committed to protecting the environment by minimizing the impact of operations on our people and the communities in which we operate.

EEO Statement: Our policy is to afford Equal Employment Opportunities to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation or gender identification. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Disclaimer and Closing Statement: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job. Keolis is committed to offering our employees competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career and the safest work environment possible

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