Experienced Locomotive Mechanic

Petroleum Service Corporation; Columbia (SC); Presencial; USD 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Medical insurance options

Company-paid life and disability insurance

Matching 401(k) plan

Vacation and holiday benefits

Incentives and bonuses

Training and development programs

Resumo da vaga

Petroleum Service Corporation is hiring a Locomotive Mechanic in Columbia, South Carolina. This full-time position involves inspecting, repairing, and maintaining locomotives to ensure safety and smooth operations. Ideal candidates will have proven troubleshooting skills for mechanical and electrical systems, and familiarity with EMD locomotives is preferred. The role includes a Monday to Friday day shift schedule, with incentives and comprehensive benefits including medical, retirement savings, and training programs.

Qualificações

• Proven troubleshooting skills for mechanical and electrical systems are required.
• Knowledge of EMD locomotives is preferred.
• Regular on-site attendance and punctuality is required.

Responsabilidades

• Safely and efficiently maintain locomotives to FRA standards.
• Utilize EMD locomotive systems.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment and log pertinent information.

Conhecimentos

Troubleshooting mechanical systems

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Communication in English

Descrição da vaga

Locomotive Mechanic

PSC Group is hiring for our Locomotive Repair team! If you have experience with diesel engines or electrical systems, this could be the right fit for you. We offer on‑the‑job training, certifications, competitive pay, and great benefits. This full‑time role involves inspecting, repairing, and replacing locomotive components to keep operations running safely and smoothly. Join PSC and build a stable, long‑term career!

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently maintain locomotives to FRA standards
• Utilize EMD locomotive systems
• Use and maintain electronic work order/maintenance tracking system
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment and log pertinent information
• Assist operations personnel as needed with locomotive issues
• Troubleshoot and repair locomotive mechanical/electrical issues
• Diagnose problems in a timely manner and determine if they can be fixed with internal resources or referred to a third‑party provider with special skills and/or equipment
• Be familiar with and comfortable working around high voltage and rotating equipment
• Complete any other duties that may be assigned to complete the job

Job Qualifications

• Proven troubleshooting skills for mechanical and electrical systems are required
• Knowledge of EMD locomotives is preferred
• Knowledge of Dash 2 and Dash 3 control systems and event recorders is preferred
• May require a valid Driver’s License and/or a valid TWIC card, depending on work location
• 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check
• Wear all required PPE without restriction and pass any required medical exams
• Speak, write, read fluent English
• Regular on‑site attendance and punctuality is required
• Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday Day Shift (Some weekends required)

Employee Benefits

• Medical insurance options with the company paying a large portion of the premiums, including affordable dental and vision plans for employees and their families
• Company‑paid life, short‑term, and long‑term disability insurance
• Matching 401(k) plan to help employees save money for retirement
• Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits (varies by work group)
• Incentives, discounts, and bonuses
• Industry‑leading training and development programs
• On‑Demand Pay, giving you early access to earned wages and more financial flexibility

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The above job description does not reflect all essential job functions or physical requirements. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PSC Group, formerly known as Petroleum Service Corporation, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.