Locomotive Diesel Mechanic

These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage:     

• We provide Uniforms & PPE
• $350/year steel toe boot allowance 
• Paid Holidays 
• Excellent Benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match
• Monday - Friday day shift 8-5 pm-ish 

As the Locomotive Mechanic you will primarily conduct locomotive mechanical and electrical maintenance, repairs and troubleshooting ensuring that all rail equipment needs are supported and maintenance work is completed timely, efficiently and safely.

What you will be doing: 

• Responsible for overall locomotive maintenance
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations
• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot and repair malfunctions in diesel engines, air brake equipment, electrical equipment, running gear or locomotive components
• Conduct daily inspections and locomotive servicing

Requirements of a successful Locomotive Mechanic: 

• 5+ years locomotive mechanic experience including electrical
• Weld and use a cutting torch to repair or modify locomotive equipment
• Familiar with and ability to perform periodic inspections, interpret oil sample results, experience maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing EMD locomotives, problem solve and is very familiar with Locomotive maintenance
• Read electrical schematics and troubleshoot low and high voltage AC/DC circuits
• On call for mechanical/electrical emergencies on a 24/7 basis
• Understand that working safely is a pre-requisite and will utilize provided PPE and employ all defined safe practices while conducting maintenance

Here are some of the physical requirements of this role: 

• Work outside in ALL weather conditions (snow, rain, sub-freezing temps)
• On call for mechanical emergencies on a 24/7 basis 
• In good physical condition (able to walk one (1) to two (2) miles per shift) 
• Physically able to climb up and down rail cars/ladders safely
• Potential work sites include industrial rail facilities, remote rail lines, and will require someone who can work safely around this type of environment, as well as ensure compliance to strict OSHA and FRA regulations
• Lift and maneuver components up to 50 pounds  

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