Mechanic

Genesee & Wyoming; Huron (SD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the transportation sector seeks a skilled mechanic to inspect and maintain diesel locomotives. The role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations, performing repairs, and operating mechanical equipment. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and certifications.

Qualifications

• Two years of relevant work experience as a heavy mechanic.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections, servicing, and maintenance on diesel-electric locomotives.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in diesel engines and other components.
• Operate forklifts, light cranes, power tools, and hydraulic tools.

Skills

Knowledge of FRA regulations

Knowledge of railroad environmental requirements

Ability to read and comprehend instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Four-year journeyman locomotive machinist/mechanic

Locomotive Service Engineer certification

Welding certification

Job 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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