Rail Equipment Mechanic II – Systems & Fabrication

Kershaw; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options

401k plan

Paid time off

Dental plan options

Vision plan

Job summary

Kershaw Equipment LLC in Montgomery, AL is a leader in rail maintenance and vegetation management. This role focuses on tearing down, repairing, and reassembling mechanical components, inspecting equipment, and reading schematics to ensure proper operation.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of mechanical experience, familiarity with locomotive diesel systems, and the ability to work safely around live tracks and heavy equipment. HS diploma or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years mechanical experience or related technical certifications.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and tools.
• Preferred familiarity with locomotive components and diesel engine systems.
• Preferred understanding of track components, signaling, railcars, and railcar components.

Responsibilities

• Tear down, repair, replace, rebuild, and reassemble mechanical components.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and run equipment to verify proper operation.
• Read schematics, engineering drawings, and sketches.
• Read and follow QWIs and other assembly instructions.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Technical certifications

Locomotive components

Diesel engines

Track components

Education

HS diploma

Tools

Welding & electrical tools

Hydraulic systems

Job description

Kershaw Equipment LLC in Montgomery, AL is a leader in rail maintenance and vegetation management. This role focuses on tearing down, repairing, and reassembling mechanical components, inspecting equipment, and reading schematics to ensure proper operation.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of mechanical experience, familiarity with locomotive diesel systems, and the ability to work safely around live tracks and heavy equipment. HS diploma or equivalent is required.