Diesel Mechanic - Wichita, KS

About the role

As a Locomotive Mechanic at Watco, you will inspect, repair, and maintain locomotives in accordance with company policies and FRA regulations, performing mechanical-related maintenance as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service consistent with company expectations
• Use gauges and testing equipment properly
• Complete written FRA reports for mechanic job duties
• Obtain a qualified Service Engineer certificate for FRA inspections and regulations
• Interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Identify issues by observing mechanical devices in operation
• Dismantle devices using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools to remove, repair, or replace defective parts
• Record hour meter readings for inspections and preventative maintenance repair
• Check locomotives for air-fuel, oil, water, and exhaust leaks; clean as needed
• Inspect safety equipment and secure bolts and pins
• Clean and lubricate screens, strainers, and traps
• Inspect locomotives for defects, damage, or leaks according to company standards
• Perform main bearing checks and air brake tests according to specifications
• Perform emergency repairs and re-railing of railroad rolling stock
• Inspect wheels according to the wheel inspection report
• Use welders, torches, hammers, jacks, pneumatic tools, hand tools, forklifts, and cranes

Requirements

• Must pass or obtain all required reporting, testing, and certifications for troubleshooting and repair of motors, generators, and transformers
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable by the company insurance provider
• Have or be able to obtain a Class B CDL
• Ability to become a qualified Service Engineer according to FRA regulations
• Able to complete a three-year Railroad Apprenticeship, if required

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent

Benefits

• Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
• Training for conductors, engineers, mechanics, and MOW Team Members at Watco's Safe Performance Center
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
• Career advancement opportunities