Locomotive Mechanic

Cando Rail & Terminals; Lake Charles, Jennings (LA, LA); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Cando Rail & Terminals seeks an experienced Locomotive Mechanic to inspect, maintain, and repair diesel-electric locomotives and related equipment. You will diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental rules.

The role requires 5+ years in locomotive maintenance, the ability to work in varied weather, and willingness to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of locomotive maintenance experience.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot electrical systems.
• Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing EMD locomotives.
• Welding and cutting torch skills for repair work.
• Must be able to work on-call 24/7 and travel as needed.

Responsabilités

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and inspections on locomotives.
• Diagnose and repair locomotive mechanical, electrical, and air brake systems.
• Use diagnostic equipment, meters, gauges, and service literature to identify problems.
• Complete work orders, inspection reports, and parts documentation accurately.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Communicate equipment condition and outstanding repairs to supervisors and maintenance personnel.
• Support continuous improvement efforts focused on locomotive reliability, safety, maintenance cost, and availability.
• Follow all company safety policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

Connaissances

Locomotive maintenance

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Welding

Reading schematics

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Outils

Cutting torch

Multimeter

Diagnostic equipment

Description du poste

The Locomotive Mechanic is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and servicing of diesel-electric locomotives and related mechanical equipment. This position ensures locomotives are maintained in a safe, reliable, and operational condition while meeting company, customer, regulatory, and environmental requirements.

The Locomotive Mechanic will diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and locomotive control-system problems and perform preventive and corrective maintenance as required.

Success in this position will be measured by safety performance, quality of repairs, locomotive availability, preventive maintenance completion, troubleshooting effectiveness, documentation accuracy, response time, and overall equipment reliability.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Position will require travel periodically.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and inspections on locomotives.
• Diagnose and repair locomotive mechanical, electrical, and air brake systems.
• Use diagnostic equipment, meters, gauges, and manufacturer service information to identify problems.
• Complete work orders, inspection reports, and parts documentation accurately and timely.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Communicate equipment condition and outstanding repairs to supervisors and other maintenance personnel.
• Support continuous improvement efforts focused on locomotive reliability, safety, maintenance cost, and equipment availability.
• Follow all company safety policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

Knowledge And Skills

• At least 5 years of locomotive mechanic experience, including electrical
• Ability to weld and use a cutting torch to repair or modify locomotive equipment.
• Familiarity with periodic inspection requirements and procedures.
• Ability to interpret oil sample analysis
• Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing EMD locomotives.
• Strong problem-solving skills and in-depth knowledge of locomotive maintenance.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot low- and high-voltage AC/DC circuits.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions and respond to mechanical or electrical emergencies on a 24/7 on-call
• Commitment to safe work practices, including proper PPE use and adherence to established safety procedures.

Education & Experience

• Minimum five (5) years' experience in locomotive maintenance, heavy diesel equipment maintenance, or railway mechanical operations.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.

Note: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent. The qualifications are provided so interested candidates understand of the level of expertise required in this position.

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