Locomotive Mechanic- Regional Traveling-Ohio Area

Marmon Holdings, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Safety shoe reimbursement

Company-provided tools

Job summary

Railserve, part of Marmon Holdings, is seeking a Regional Traveling Locomotive Mechanic based in Ohio. This full-time role involves traveling across the Ohio region to perform preventive, scheduled, and emergency locomotive maintenance and repairs to ensure safe, reliable operation for customers.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, hands-on troubleshooting skills, and a valid driver’s license; locomotive experience is valued but training is provided.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting capability.
• Experience with locomotives or heavy equipment is preferred; training provided.
• Willingness to travel regularly throughout the region.
• Valid driver's license required; able to operate hand tools and welding equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled, preventive, and emergency maintenance on locomotives.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues and implement repairs.
• Travel to customer locations within Ohio region for maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and checklists.
• Ensure safety procedures and PPE usage at all times.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Mechanical troubleshooting

Ability to travel regionally

Good communication

Valid driver’s license

Education

Associate degree or technical training in a mechanical field

Tools

Cutting torch

Electrical welder

Hand tools

Job description

Railserve As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best. Railserve is hiring a mechanically skilled Regional Traveling Locomotive Mechanic based in Ohio to support locomotive maintenance and repair throughout the region. This is a full‑time, hands‑on traveling role critical to keeping locomotives safe, reliable, and available to support customer operations. We encourage individuals with strong mechanical aptitude and experience to apply. Locomotive experience is valuable, but training is available for the right mechanically experienced candidate.

Who We Are

Railserve is a leading provider of industrial railyard services across the United States and Canada. Our teams deliver on‑site rail switching, material handling and transloading, track construction and maintenance, and locomotive service and repair for customers who depend on safe, reliable rail operations every day. With decades of industry experience, Railserve is built on a foundation of safety, teamwork, and operational excellence. We invest in our people, promote from within, and use innovative, safety‑focused technology to keep railyards running efficiently. Learn more at Railserve.com.

Job Description

The Regional Traveling Locomotive Mechanic is responsible for maintaining and repairing locomotives throughout the Ohio region to ensure safe, reliable equipment is available to support customer operations. This position performs scheduled, preventive, and emergency maintenance, diagnoses mechanical and electrical problems, and travels to customer locations based on equipment and operational needs. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced mechanic who enjoys troubleshooting, working independently, traveling to different locations, and taking ownership of equipment reliability.

Schedule

• Schedule may vary based on operational and customer needs
• Regular regional travel required
• Nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime may be required

Compensation

$25.00 – $30.00 per hour or more depending on experience

Duties

• Perform scheduled, preventive, and emergency maintenance on locomotives, including Gen‑Set, SW, and GP models
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and determine appropriate repair solutions
• Travel throughout the region to perform locomotive maintenance and repairs
• Communicate with customers regarding equipment status, upcoming repairs, and maintenance priorities
• Perform equipment inspections and identify mechanical, electrical, and safety concerns
• Maintain accurate preventive maintenance checklists, invoices, shipping documents, expense reports, and other required records
• Safely handle and dispose of oil, diesel fuel, filters, and other maintenance materials
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, cutting torches, welding equipment, and other maintenance equipment
• Conduct periodic equipment safety assessments
• Recommend corrective actions when equipment or safety concerns are identified
• Follow company and customer safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Strong mechanical experience and hands‑on troubleshooting ability
• Locomotive, diesel, heavy equipment, industrial, or similar mechanical experience preferred
• Electrical troubleshooting experience is a plus
• Associate degree or technical training in a mechanical field preferred; equivalent work experience will also be considered
• Valid driver’s license required
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly throughout the region
• Ability to safely operate a cutting torch and electrical welderAbility to understand and follow written instructions, maintenance procedures, and technical information
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and manage changing priorities
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and lifting

What We Offer (Benefits)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Company‑paid employee and dependent life insurance
• Company‑paid sickness and accident income
• 401(k) with company match
• Annual safety shoe reimbursement
• Prescription safety wear
• Holiday pay
• Vacation
• Marmon employee discount program

Additional Information

• This is a regional traveling position with regular travel throughout Ohio and surrounding areas based on operational needs
• Work is performed at multiple customer and Railserve locations
• Exposure to outdoor elements and varying weather conditions
• Frequent work around locomotives, moving machinery, tools, and industrial equipment
• May require work around fumes, oils, diesel fuel, elevated work areas, and other industrial conditions
• Nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime may be required
• Required use of personal protective equipment
• Company-provided tools and vehicle may be used as applicable to the position
• Safety‑sensitive position requiring strict compliance with company and customer safety procedures

Grow With Us

Don’t worry if you don’t meet every qualification. Railserve values reliability, work ethic, mechanical aptitude, and a willingness to learn. Our tools, technology, and processes continue to evolve, and we invest in training and developing our people for long‑term success. Railserve provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

#LI-DNI Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job‑related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

Welcome to the biggest small business you’ll ever find. Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon is a global industrial organization made of 11 industry groups with 30K employees and $12 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in their respective industries, our 120+ companies thrive on an independent mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, they benefit from being part of our industry groups—where they’re able to tap into the expertise and insights of other Marmon companies. While we’re all unique, we all share a common commitment to doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. When you work at Marmon, you’re advancing our everyday world and beyond. Our engineering solutions help millions around the world stay connected, healthy, and safe. Wherever you're at in your career, our people and resources will help you go further. As you grow your skills, you can also move up and around our 120+ companies. Work at a place you can stand behind. We show up to win every day, uphold the highest ethical standards, and always look to put each other in the best position to win.