Lead Mechanic GNRR

Patriot Branding 2026; Tate (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Patriot Rail-affiliated employer is seeking a skilled mechanic to inspect, service, and repair company-owned heavy equipment and fleet vehicles in both maintenance shop and field environments. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, quality, and client-focused service.

Candidates should have 2 years of verifiable heavy equipment experience, stick welding skills, and familiarity with roadway maintenance gear; FRA knowledge and a valid CDL are preferred. Extensive travel is required.

Qualifications

• 2 years of verifiable mechanical work experience on heavy equipment.
• Stick welding experience required.
• Familiarity with Roadway Maintenance Equipment (Tampers, Regulators, Tie Handlers, Tie Inserters, Speed Swings, Backhoes).
• Knowledgeable of Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) requirements for Railroad Maintenance Machines (RMM).
• Minimum of a High School diploma/GED; 18 years of age or older; Valid Driver's License; Class A CDL strongly preferred; no driving violations involving alcohol or drugs in past 3 years.
• Ability to interpret and understand mechanical schematics.
• Availability to travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintenance of roadway equipment and vehicle fleets as required.
• Spotting and pulling of railcars with train crews.
• Maintain all equipment and keep in good working order.
• Work safely and efficiently.
• Complete work as directed by supervisors.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment repairs performed.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal comprehension

Communication skills

Reasoning skills

Functional/ Technical Skills

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Stick welding

Job description

This position is a technical and skilled role responsible for inspecting, servicing, and repairing company-owned heavy equipment and vehicles both in the maintenance shop and in the field. The mechanic position requires experience servicing and performing maintenance, diagnosis, and repairs on roadway equipment and fleet vehicles in a safe, efficient, quality minded and client-focused manner. This position is employed by an affiliated company of Patriot Rail.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct all aspects of repair and maintenance of roadway equipment and vehicle fleets as required.
• Facilitate spotting and pulling of railcars with train crews.
• Maintain all equipment and keep in good working order.
• Work Safely and Efficiently.
• Completes work as directed by supervisors.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment repairs performed
• Additional duties as assigned.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• 2 years of verifiable, mechanical work experience on heavy equipment.
• Stick welding experience required.
• Familiarity with Roadway Maintenance Equipment (Tampers, Regulators, Tie Handlers, Tie Inserters, Speed Swings, Backhoes).
• Knowledgeable of Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) requirements for Railroad Maintenance Machines (RMM).
• Minimum of a High School diploma/GED.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Valid Driver's License. Class A Certified Driver’s License (CDL) strongly preferred.
• No driving violations involving alcohol or drugs within the past 3 years.
• Ability to interpret and understand mechanical schematics.
• Availability to travel extensively.

COMPETENCIES

• Verbal comprehension
  Understand oral and written communications, both general and technical.
• Communication skills
  Provide clear instructions/directions.
• Reasoning skills
  Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Functional/ Technical Skills
  Has the technical and functional background to perform job duties at a high level of competence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries.
• Wear protective equipment including hearing protection, safety steel-toe boots, or safety glasses.
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, including on-call 7 days a week, 24 hours per day, with extended periods of time away from home and short rest between assignments in accordance with the hours of service regulation.
• Medium to heavy work, lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 80 pounds.
• Work in cramped, confined, enclosed, or awkward places.
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.

ANTICIPATED PERCENT OF TRAVEL

50%-75%

Safety is the cornerstone value in our Company. Our employees are expected to live our values on the job in how we work, how we act, and how we create value. Safety is a personal responsibility. We are professionals and our activities must reflect that professionalism. Each team member must demonstrate safety advocacy every day – regardless of their role in the Company. Compliance with safety and operating rules is required and essential to our own safety and that of others.

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