Mechanic/Machinist

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. 

Other skills include the ability to weld and fabricate metal using a torch and electric welding machines, ability to climb and lift heavy material and work at high levels.

Have knowledge of and be able to operate machines such as a drill press, lathe, and electric welding machines.

Must be able to read electrical blueprints and drawings.

May be required to maintain records of repairs and inspections of locomotives and other related machinery.

Will be crossed trained as Electrician.

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 


* Wire, maintain, repair, rebuild, inspect, and install electrical equipment, including but not limited to rheostats, control systems, transformers, motors, generators, electric lighting fixtures, cab heaters, batteries and their charging systems, speed recorders, air compressor controls, temperature switches, starters, axle generators, coils, contactors, relays, and governors


* 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


* Position works D...