Locomotive Mechanic
Candor, NC
Full Time
Experienced
Locomotive Mechanic
Basic purpose of position:
- The Locomotive Mechanic performs inspections, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and installation of locomotive mechanical systems, air equipment and electrical systems
- Work is performed on equipment such as diesel engine, motors, generators, wheels, air brakes, wiring and lighting systems, and other mechanical and electrical components.
- Ensures work activities are in conformance with Federal Railroad Association (FRA), company, and customer specifications.
- The Locomotive Mechanic demonstrates and adheres to the company values of: safety, honesty, ownership, respect and teamwork to ensure successful partnership with customers and employees that result in the companies continued success.
Experience Requirements:
- A minimum of 2 years experience in a position that required the frequent use of welding and oxygen/acetylene cutting skills;
- Mechanical repair of rolling equipment; or completion of an accredited mechanic trade school; or substantial demonstration of mechanical aptitude, as determined by the facility manager;
We Offer:
- A Full Benefits package including Medical, Dental, 401K
- Paid Holidays and Vacations
- An annual Steel Toe Boot allowance
- All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
- Veteran Friendly
- A promote from within mentality
- Yearly safety bonuses
- and much more!
Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operation and the Federal Railroad Association (FRA)
- Under direction of immediate supervisor, perform required inspections, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance: ensure locomotive mechanical, electrical and air systems conform to specifications and operate properly within design limits and intentions
- Complete inspection and repair reports according to company and FRA specifications and guidelines
- Following general safety rules, perform diagnostics, installation and repair of locomotive components to ensure proper operation and compliance with required federal and company specifications
- Accurately read, comprehend, interpret and comply with diesel engine manuals, locomotive schematics, service bulletins, maintenance instructions and other craft related documentation for locomotives
- Test, install and repair system components including, but not limited to: pumps, radiators, power assemblies, compressors, air brake repair and change, brushes replacement, commutator repair, panel lighting, circuit breakers, regulator repair and change; ensure all function and equipment conform to required specifications for a locomotive
- Regularly examine and verify: flow and pressure measurements, installation and alignment of rotating equipment, control points, relays and wiring; adjust or replace defective parts as needed
- Conduct operational qualification of mechanical, electrical and air control systems; verify conformance to specifications on locomotives using a variety of test equipment and procedures i.e.: gages, dial indicators, manometers, meters, insulation break-down test devices, specialized tooling and live system measurements
- Read and adhere to FRA and company rules, specifications and guidelines; legibly document items of non-compliance
- Analyze and correct faults related to inspection, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and installation of locomotive equipment
- Perform housekeeping duties as required by site management;
Education Requirements:
- High School education or ability.
Skills, Licenses, Certification, and/or Special Training:
- Must maintain a valid state driver's license if required to operate company equipment.
- Meet and maintain all requirements contained in the Conditions of Employment policy.
Physical, Mental & Sensory Requirements:
- Ability to constantly work in an outdoor environment, exposed to all weather elements, including extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust and noisy conditions
- Ability to open trailer doors using 75 lbs. of force
- Ability to frequently climb, using various types of ladders, to heights in excess of 16 feet
- Ability to occasionally lift above shoulder height a weight of up to 50 pounds
- Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 35 lbs.
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 60 lbs.
- Ability to occasionally work in confined spaces
- Ability to frequently hold 30 lbs. while squatting and sustaining extreme vibration of impact wrench
- Ability to occasionally perform motions necessary to adjust semi-trailer support legs either up or down; such activity requires bending at waist and using both hands to grasp a metal handle and rotate the handle in a circular fashion exerting up to 100 lbs. of torque
- Ability to frequently bend at waist crouch for extended periods of time
- Ability to frequently use bending, twisting, walking motions on uneven surfaces throughout the entire work shift
- Ability to occasionally apply opposing forces (one arm pushing while the other arm pulls) sustaining pressure while bent at the waist with hands below the knees
- Ability to sustain pressure in awkward positions-occasionally overhead for extended periods up to 2 minutes at a time for a total up to 2 hours per day
- Must be able to hear work or safety instructions verbally communicated in a normal speaking voice
- Must be able to work independently
- Must be able to properly wear all required Personal Protective Equipment.
Expectation:
We expect all associates to be committed to a high standard of safety, be willing and able to comply with all safety policies/rules and willing to report safety violations and potential safety violations to appropriate supervisory personnel. Individuals performing this function must not pose a direct threat or significant risk of substantial harm to the safety or health of himself/herself or others. Job performance without equipment damage is essential to meeting our safety, quality and production requirements.
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