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Provide leadership and guidance to station employees for daily performance and compliance with Amtrak policies. * Manage station operations to ensure safety, customer service, and on-time performance ...

Provide leadership and guidance to station employees for daily performance and compliance with Amtrak policies. * Manage station operations to ensure safety, customer service, and on-time performance ...

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How much do amtrak customer service jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for amtrak customer service in the United States is $18.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Amtrak Customer Service?

An Amtrak Customer Service job involves assisting passengers with ticketing, reservations, inquiries, and resolving issues to ensure a smooth travel experience. Employees in this role provide information about schedules, fares, and policies while delivering excellent customer support. They may also assist with boarding, luggage, and addressing passenger concerns. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

What skills and qualifications are needed for an Amtrak Customer Service?

To thrive as an Amtrak Customer Service representative, you need excellent communication skills, a high school diploma (or equivalent), and experience in customer-facing roles. Familiarity with ticketing systems, reservation software, and sometimes knowledge of basic safety protocols are important technical qualifications. Outstanding interpersonal skills, patience, and problem-solving abilities set top performers apart in this role. These skills are essential for delivering a positive travel experience, efficiently resolving passenger concerns, and maintaining Amtrak's high service standards.

What does an Amtrak Customer Service representative do?

A typical day as an Amtrak Customer Service representative involves assisting passengers with ticket purchases, answering inquiries about schedules and routes, providing boarding information, and resolving any issues or complaints that arise during travel. You may work at ticket counters, information desks, or on boarding platforms, often collaborating closely with conductors, station staff, and other team members. The fast-paced environment means adaptability and a focus on customer satisfaction are vital, as you will manage varying passenger needs throughout the day. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to interact with a diverse range of travelers while ensuring a smooth and enjoyable journey for all.

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Infographic showing various Amtrak Customer Service job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,098 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

Superintendent Customer Service II - 90361873 - Los Angeles

Amtrak

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Amtrak rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 146 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

40th of 98 rated public transport


Job description

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

Provides leadership for customer service and terminal operations to ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality passenger experiences. Directs multiple customer service functions through subordinate managers, establishes service standards and operational priorities, and oversees performance, financial results, safety, and property management activities. Partners with senior leaders and external stakeholders to align customer service delivery with organizational strategy and regulatory requirements.

Essential Functions

Establish and oversee customer service standards, performance metrics, and improvement initiatives across assigned terminals or districts to drive customer satisfaction and service reliability.

Lead, develop, and hold accountable subordinate managers and professional staff; set expectations for service delivery, safety culture, and operational discipline.

Ensure compliance with safety programs, environmental standards, operating rules, and regulatory requirements; evaluate risks and direct corrective actions.

Direct operating budgets and resource allocation for customer service and station operations, including property management and contracted services; monitor performance against financial and service targets.

Serve as a senior point of contact for internal partners, public agencies, and external stakeholders; align terminal operations with broader business and community objectives. 

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience. 
  • Plus 11 years of relevant work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience. 
  • Plus 13 years of relevant work experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Broad knowledge of passenger service operations, terminal management, and service delivery within a regulated transportation environment.

Ability to lead managers, influence senior stakeholders, and provide direction for complex, multi-site operations.

Strong understanding of safety management systems, environmental compliance, and applicable transportation regulations.

Ability to manage budgets, evaluate service and financial metrics, and use data to guide strategic and operational decisions.

Ability to communicate effectively with executive audiences and exercise sound judgment in high-impact service, safety, and operational decisions. 

The salary/hourly range is $163,000.00 - $211,140.00. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. Depending on an employee's assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee's base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position. 

Health and Wellbeing Financial and Retirement Work and Family Life Support Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401K with Employer Match Generous Paid Time Off  Wellness Programs Railroad Retirement Benefits Paid Caregiving Days and Backup Care Health Savings Account Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Fertility and Family Building Benefits No-cost Personal Health Advocate Student Loan Assistance Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance Medical Plan Opt-out Credit Tuition and Education Reimbursement Paid Family Leave   Life Insurance Rail Pass Privileges   Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program   No-cost Financial Advisor Sessions Commuter and Flexible Spending Accounts

Learn more about our benefits offerings here.

Requisition ID:166638

Work Arrangement:06-Onsite 4/5 Days Click here for more information about work arrangements at Amtrak.
Relocation Offered:Yes
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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About Amtrak

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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.

Industry

Travel arrangement services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Washington, DC, US

Year founded

1971