Certified Diesel Mechanic

Pacific Rail Services; Fredericksburg (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable healthcare

Free dental and vision benefits

Free life insurance

Paid holidays

Tool reimbursement

401(k)

Vacation pay

Job summary

Pacific Rail Services is seeking an Experienced Diesel Mechanic to join their team at the Norfolk Southern Harrisburg terminal. This role offers an opportunity in a recession-proof industry with potential earnings between $45,000-$60,000 annually, based on experience and overtime.

Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years mechanical experience, valid driver's license, and be prepared to pass background and drug tests. Benefits include affordable healthcare, tool allowances, and vacation pay.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-year experience in mechanical field.
• Must have valid driver's license.
• Welding experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair side loader equipment and forklifts.
• Maintain the Hostler fleet.
• Assist in other areas as needed by managers.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Preventative maintenance

Air systems experience

Electrical systems experience

Hydraulic systems experience

Diesel systems experience

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Personal tools

Job description

PRS is looking for an Experienced Diesel Mechanic to join our team at the Norfolk Southern Harrisburg rail terminal in a recession‑proof industry. You will be working directly for Pacific Rail Services (PRS) and will not be considered an employee of the railroad as PRS are contractors of major railroads. Hiring immediately.

Compensation

• Hourly pay with yearly income potential of $45,000-$60,000 per year (Includes overtime)
• Pay rate is commensurate with experience.

Shift

• 3pm start time
• 8 hr shift with available overtime.

Candidates

• Minimum 2-year experience in mechanical field and preventative maintenance minded.
• Must have own tools (Yearly tool allowance provided).
• Experience with Air, Electrical, Hydraulic, and Diesel systems and components.
• Valid driver's license required.

Primary Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair side loader equipment, forklifts, and company vehicles.
• Maintain Hostler fleet.
• Assist in other areas as needed by managers.

Benefits

• Affordable healthcare (medical benefits start after 60 days and the first of the month after that); other benefits start after 90‑day probationary period.
• Free dental and vision benefits.
• Free life insurance.
• 6 paid holidays and paid personal days.
• $100 boot reimbursement.
• $250 bi‑yearly tool allowance.
• 401(k).
• Yearly raises.
• Vacation pay (received on yearly anniversary).

Requirements

• Valid driver's license (no CDL required).
• Ability to pass a 7 year background check (Felonies in last 7 yrs, jail time last 5 yrs or pending charges could disqualify).
• Ability to pass a drug test and a physical capabilities test.
• No GED or diploma required.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Welding experience is a plus.
• Eventually required to provide own tools.