Machinist

Genesee & Wyoming Inc.; Wolcott (IN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois & Midland Railroad, Inc. seeks a skilled mechanic with experience in repairing EMD diesel engines, air compressors, air brake gear, and gas engines. Welder fabrication and ability to read electrical drawings are required.

The role includes climbing, lifting heavy materials, and working at height, with cross-training as an Electrician. Two years of related experience and/or training and a high school diploma or GED (or equivalent) are required along with a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Two years of related experience and/or training.
• High school diploma or GED, two years of related experience and training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Driver's license

Responsibilities

• Repair and knowledge of EMD diesel engines, air compressors, air brake equipment, gas engines, and related mechanical equipment.
• Weld and fabricate metal using a torch and electric welding machines.
• Read electrical blueprints and drawings; understand EMD electrical systems.
• Operate machines such as a drill press and lathe.
• Cross trained as Electrician; may maintain records of repairs and inspections.
• Must be able to climb, lift heavy material, and work at high levels.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Equipment repair

Electrical knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid Driver's license

Tools

Drill press

Lathe

Electric welding machines

Job description

Illinois & Midland Railroad, Inc. (IMRR)
Creve Coeur, IL 61610, USA

Description

SUMMARY:
Must be able to repair and have knowledge of EMD diesel engines, air compressors, air brake equipment, gas engines and other related mechanical equipment. Other skills include the ability to weld and fabricate metal using a torch and electric welding machines, ability to climb and lift heavy material and work at high levels. Have knowledge of and be able to operate machines such as a drill press, lathe, and electric welding machines. Must have a general knowledge of EMD electrical systems. Must be able to read electrical blueprints and drawings. May be required to maintain records of repairs and inspections of locomotives and other related machinery. Will be crossed trained as Electrician. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Two years of related experience and/or training

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:

• High school diploma or GED, two years of related experience and training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid Driver's license

Pay will be per contract:

$32.43/hour first year

$34.34/hour second year

$38.15/hour full pay after completing second year.

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.
Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.

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