Rail Services Technician

CAF (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles); Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and installing specialized equipment, ensuring operational efficiency in a high-pressure environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical and electrical skills, with the ability to read blueprints and schematics. You'll enjoy a fulfilling work/life balance while contributing to innovative projects that enhance sustainable mobility. If you're self-motivated and ready to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of industrial maintenance experience required.
• Ability to work under pressure and varying shifts.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and install specialized mechanical equipment.
• Align, fit, and assemble components using various tools.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprint schematics reading

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Microsoft Office skills

Effective communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical school or associated certifications

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring tools

Job description

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Date: May 7, 2025

Company: CAF USA

Location:

KANSAS CITY, US

CAF is an international market leader for the design, manufacture, maintenance and supply of equipment and components for integrated transport systems at the forefront of technology that provide high value-added sustainable mobility for its customers. We're proud to be recognized for our versatility, flexibility and for our capacity to constantly adapt and innovate.

CAF USA is located in Elmira Heights, New York which is part of the Southern Finger Lakes areas. The area is ideally situated for those who want to be in proximity to large metropolitan areas, but live a life made far richer by connecting to nature and community, making a difference in the lives of their neighbors and taking advantage of the opportunity to develop a fulfilling work/life balance that ideally suits who they are.

The successful candidate will have previous knowledge within a maintenance and engineering environment, be an effective communicator, and be willing to assist with additional duties, as necessary. Employee performs highly skilled installation, repair and troubleshooting work involved with mechanical and electrical assemblies.

Functions and responsibilities

• Responsible for troubleshooting, repairing and installation of equipment.
• Layout, assemble, test, and install apparatus and equipment, working from blueprints schematics, sketches, verbal instructions and other specifications.
• Preparation of the job to be accomplished by studying any document related but not limited to assembly instructions, FMIs, blueprint specifications, as well as have a good understanding of parts lists, subassemblies, tools, and materials.
• Align, fit and assemble component parts, using hand tools, power tools, measuring tools and blueprints.
• Verify specifications by measuring/testing completed components
• Install, repair and service specialized mechanical equipment, machinery, panels as well as wiring/harnesses.
• Other duties as required and assigned

Training and Education required

• High School diploma or GED, Technical school or associated certifications preferred.
• Minimum of 2-3 years industrial maintenance related experience.
• Previous Rolling Stock experience would be a plus.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Ability to work in a high pressure environment
• Ability to work varying work shifts (1st, 2nd and 3rd)
• Must have strong skills in mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment troubleshooting
• Must have strong troubleshooting and blueprint schematics reading skills
• Must be self-motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills essential for day to day operations
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (word and excel)
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Safety Requirements

• Shall report all injuries/illnesses to their supervisor that occur at work, the day of the incident
• Shall report any unsafe conditions that are identified in their respective work area to their supervisor
• Shall comply with all CAF USA safety policies, procedures, and requirements that are communicated to them, including Job Safety Analysis (JSA) procedures
• Shall wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that is communicated and supplied to them
• Shall keep their respective work area clean and orderly at all times
• Shall attend all CAF USA required training as soon as possible before the start of their assigned work
• Shall NOT operate any CAF USA equipment (forklifts, cranes, scissor lifts) until certified to do so

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $26.00 to $36.00 per hour.