Rail Yard Diesel Mechanic

Pacific Rail Services; Fort Worth, Town of Texas, Christiansted (TX, WI, United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Rail Yard Truck Mechanic, where your automotive and diesel skills will shine. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a recession-proof industry, focusing on maintaining and repairing a fleet of vehicles. With a supportive team environment and a strong emphasis on preventative maintenance, you will play a crucial role in ensuring operational efficiency. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work with cutting-edge equipment. If you have a passion for mechanics and a commitment to excellence, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits

Free Dental Benefits

Cheap Vision Benefits

Free Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Personal Days

Boot Reimbursement

401K

Vacation Pay

Weekly Pay

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years mechanical experience required.
• Knowledge of Air, Electrical, Hydraulic, and Diesel systems needed.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair hostler fleet and company vehicles.
• Perform routine maintenance and assist in other areas as needed.

Skills

Automotive Mechanic Experience

Diesel Mechanic Experience

Preventative Maintenance

Welding

Electrical Systems Knowledge

Hydraulic Systems Knowledge

Valid Driver's License

Education

2 years of mechanical experience

Tools

Personal Tools

Job description

Pacific Rail Services is seeking applicants for the Rail Yard Truck Mechanic position to join our ever-growing team working at the BNSF Alliance, TX Rail Terminal in a recession proof industry! Automotive and Diesel Mechanic experience is required.

APPLICANTS MUST currently live within a 45 minute commute of Haslet, TX. OUT OF AREA candidates and/or those requiring a relocation will NOT be considered.

Shift:

• Wednesday through Sunday
• 2pm to midnight (10 hr shifts)

Pay: $21 - $24/hr to start (Commensurate with experience)

Candidates:

• Should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in the mechanical field and be preventative maintenance minded.
• Must have own tools (Yearly tool allowance provided).
• Must have experience and knowledge working with Air, Electrical, Hydraulic, and Diesel systems and components.
• Will need a valid driver's license.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair hostler fleet, forklifts, and company vehicles.
• Maintain Hostler Fleet.
• Welding, fabricating.
• Working on Electrical components.
• Routine maintenance.
• Assist in other areas as needed by managers.

Benefits: (Medical benefits start after 60 days and the first of the month after that. Other benefits start after your 90-day probationary period.)

• Healthcare, Free Dental, and cheap Vision Benefits.
• Free Life Insurance.
• Paid holidays, paid personal days.
• Boot reimbursement.
• 401K.
• Vacation Pay.
• Weekly Pay.
• Travel Opportunities.
• Boot Allowance.

Requirements:

• Must have verifiable mechanical experience.
• Candidates must undergo a background check.
• Must be able to pass a physical strength test.
• Drug screening (as we operate heavy machinery, Marijuana is strictly prohibited).
• Required to join local union.

You'll be employed directly by Pacific Rail Services and will not be an employee of the Railroad.

This position would be suitable for applicants with prior experience working with Kalmar equipment, auto mechanics, changing oil, welding, fabrication, and working on diesel trucks.