Diesel Locomotive Field Technician

Wabtec Corporation; Austin (TX); Sur place; USD 39 000 - 41 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Résumé du poste

Wabtec Corporation in Houston, TX seeks a maintenance technician to perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on switcher and local locomotives, adhering to safety standards and regulations. Travel to sites in and around Houston for field service.

This role requires basic mechanical knowledge, diesel/electrical repair experience, and strong problem-solving and communication skills. You will log maintenance activities and work with area personnel to meet customer needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; safety certification may be required.
• Knowledge of basic mechanics.
• Knowledge of machine testing procedures.
• Understanding of equipment maintenance requirements.
• One year in diesel engine or electrical repairs.
• Attention to detail.
• Able to schedule work.
• Solid problem solving skills.
• Good oral communication abilities.
• Able to use all related mechanical and testing equipment.

Responsabilités

• Assumes responsibility for timely maintenance procedures.
• Fuel, sand, and daily inspections of locomotives.
• Performs preventive maintenance according to schedules; clean oils, fills tanks, adjust equipment.
• Complete basic repairs and troubleshoot diesel engines, electrical systems, air brake systems.
• Field service work; travels to Houston area locations to perform maintenance.
• Conducts regular visual inspections of maintenance equipment.
• Completes maintenance functions per procedures and safety regulations.
• Maintains maintenance records and updates logs.
• Signs off work orders when complete.
• Maintains effective communication with area personnel.
• Meets customer needs by timely maintenance.
• Suggests improvements to procedures.
• Updates management on area activities and equipment issues.
• Keeps work area clean and secure.
• Stay informed of maintenance requirements.
• Completes special projects as assigned.

Connaissances

Basic mechanics

Machine testing procedures

Equipment maintenance requirements

Diesel engine repair

Attention to detail

Work scheduling

Problem solving

Oral communication

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

Wabtec Corporation in Houston, TX seeks a maintenance technician to perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on switcher and local locomotives, adhering to safety standards and regulations. Travel to sites in and around Houston for field service.

This role requires basic mechanical knowledge, diesel/electrical repair experience, and strong problem-solving and communication skills. You will log maintenance activities and work with area personnel to meet customer needs.