Mechanic

North Carolina and Virginia Railroad; Bay City (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. in Bay City, MI seeks a skilled diesel locomotive mechanic to inspect, service, and maintain locomotives in accordance with FRA standards and company policy.

You will diagnose engine malfunctions, perform repairs with hand tools, and qualify as a shop-service locomotive engineer if required. Responsibilities include daily inspections and preventive maintenance, fuel and oil checks, filter changes, component replacements, welding, and safe operation of forklifts and power

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required; journeyman locomotive machinist/mechanic a plus.
• Two years of heavy mechanic experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend written and oral instructions.
• Knowledge of FRA regulations pertaining to locomotive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with railroad rules and FRA standards.
• Perform daily inspections, servicing, and maintenance on diesel-electric locomotives, including fueling and oil checks.
• Replace and maintain engine components, traction motors, generators, and related systems.
• Weld and fabricate metal parts as needed for locomotive car-body repairs.
• Operate forklifts and power tools in various environments; assist with other projects.

Skills

FRA regulations

Environmental rules

Heavy mechanic experience

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman locomotive machinist/mechanic

Locomotive Service Engineer certification

Welding certification

Job description

Huron and Eastern Railway Company, Inc. (HESR)
Bay City, MI 48706, USA

Description

SUMMARY:

The person in this position inspects, services, and maintains diesel locomotives in accordance with federal and company regulations, diagnoses diesel-engine malfunctions, and makes indicated repairs using hand tools, measuring instruments, and sometimes machine tools. He or she may operate mechanical equipment to assemble, repair, and fabricate metal parts and may be required to qualify as a shop-service locomotive engineer in accordance with FRA standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety and operations and with Federal Railroad Administration standards
• Perform daily inspections, servicing, and maintenance on diesel-electric locomotives, including but not limited to performing scheduled and preventative maintenance as determined by company policy; fueling, checking, and changing oil and liquid levels; changing filters for engine air, air compressor, fuel, and lube oil; replacing and maintaining engine components, traction motors, generators, air compressors, wheels, and truck components; and washing and cleaning locomotives as necessary
• Be responsible for following FRA regulations pertaining to locomotive maintenance and inspection as well as railroad environmental requirements
• Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in diesel engines, air equipment, trucks, or other components; repair or replace as necessary
• Perform locomotive car-body repairs as necessary, including performing metal fabrication and welding
• Operate forklifts, light cranes, power tools, and hydraulic tools while working outside in all weather conditions, in confined spaces, and/or at elevated heights
• Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of FRA regulations pertaining to locomotive maintenance and inspection
• Knowledge of railroad environmental requirements
• Two years of relevant work experience as a heavy mechanic
• Ability to read and comprehend written and oral instructions

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:

• High school diploma or GED; four-year journeyman locomotive machinist/mechanic a plus; Locomotive Service Engineer certification a plus; welding certification a plus
• At least eighteen years of age
• Valid driver’s license

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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