Metra Thanks You For Your Service
Metra wants those who have served our country to bring their skills, knowledge and experience to our agency. We believe a background in the military is great preparation for many of Metra's job categories and we highly encourage veterans to consider a career here.
Go to our Careers Portal here to see a list of current openings and apply for your desired position.
Send us an email at hirevets@metrarr.com to ask about the hiring process or ask other questions. Click here to see a brochure about Metra benefits for union employees and here to see a brochure about benefits for non-union employees.
Apprenticeship programs at Metra are an exciting opportunity to learn a trade while actively working. These three-year programs prioritize hands-on experience in the field as well as classroom instruction.
Metra apprentices receive a percentage of a full journeyman’s wage which increases over the period of the apprenticeship. VA education benefits, including the Post-9/11 GI Bill, are available to veterans while completing apprenticeships. Metra has four apprenticeship programs approved by the VA for use of GI Bill benefits:
- Carman Apprentice,
- Electrician Apprentice,
- Machinist Apprentice, and
- Sheetmetal Workers Apprentice.
For information and to determine eligibility for VA education benefits, click here.
To apply for the GI Bill, click here.
Meet two of Metra's Veterans
Jason Clark
Army Veteran and Safety & Environmental Training Officer at Metra
“I served for eight years in the United States Army and developed a lot of skills that I’m able to bring to Metra, namely public speaking and teamwork. After I left the Army, the next step into work at the railroad felt like an easy transition. There are great benefits and a retirement pension, and the military and railroad both seem to attract people with a similar mindset, bringing with it a sense of familiarity.”
Derek L. Mason
Navy Veteran and Manager of Technical Training at Metra
“I served in the United States Navy for 25 years, rising to the rank of E-7. I served as an electrician and a Master Trainer throughout my service, the skills from which I was able to easily transfer to work on the railroad. I currently work as a Manager of Technical Training at Metra and I love my job.”
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