Electrician Diesel Engines - Roseville, CA

About the role

Join a dynamic team of electricians providing essential services to a fleet of diesel-electric locomotives that transport goods across North America. As a Diesel Electrician, you will inspect, diagnose, and repair intricate electrical systems in locomotives of various ages and models. Your work will ensure the safe and reliable transportation of customer goods while upholding safety standards and compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled electrical inspections and circuit tests using schematics and location circuit plans.
• Perform maintenance and repair of electrical components in locomotive cabs or electrical compartments per company and industry standards.
• Carry out equipment maintenance in accordance with prescribed guidelines.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical systems and components to determine root causes of problems.
• Coordinate work activities and plan necessary steps to complete tasks, considering equipment requirements.
• Use shop machinery, equipment, and tools effectively and safely.
• Communicate technical information, job procedure recommendations, and other work-related details verbally and in writing.
• Foster positive working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, contractors, and customers.
• Handle conflicting opinions diplomatically and maintain professionalism.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, operational protocols, and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) guidelines.
• Fulfill any additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Valid driver’s license.
• Proficiency in keyboarding.
• Competence in basic mathematics.
• Background in electronics, control systems, AC/DC motors, or possession of a current journeyman’s electrical card.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and prints.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective information delivery to coworkers and supervisors.
• Experience in comprehending and following instructions, such as operating and safety rules, bulletins, special instructions, and federal regulatory documents.
• Successful completion of an assessment in English prior to the interview stage.

Preferred

• Completion of a recognized formal electrical training program (e.g., community college, trade/vocational school, or military institution).
• Relevant certifications and/or licenses as an electrician.
• Associate’s degree in electricity or electronics.
• Demonstrated experience working outdoors in diverse weather conditions.
• Proficiency in handling large motor generators and/or high-voltage circuitry.
• Proven expertise in working with electronics and/or electro-mechanical systems.
• Previous experience using personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection.
• Familiarity with working around, on, and with moving heavy equipment.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, overtime, holidays, and weekends.
• Ability and willingness to work in confined and/or small spaces.

Physical and Mental Job Requirements

• Must successfully pass a Physical Ability Test (PAT) separate from the medical exam.
• Mobility: Ability to navigate uneven surfaces safely while maintaining balance.
• Visual ability: Normal color vision to detect and interpret visual color signals and displays; ability to determine the speed of moving objects at close and distant ranges.
• Prolonged standing and sitting: Able to remain in a standing or sitting position for more than half of each workday, with periodic position changes for comfort.
• Hand coordination: Frequent coordinated hand movements for tasks such as grasping, placing, or moving objects.
• Sensory responsiveness: Ability to respond promptly to unusual sounds and smells during inspections and testing.
• Lifting and carrying: Occasionally required to push, pull, lift, and carry objects weighing up to 65 lbs.
• Physical stamina: Capacity to engage in physically demanding tasks, including occasional bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Climbing and balancing: Ability to perform overhead work, climb, and maintain balance for accessing locomotives and equipment.

Work Conditions

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship.
• Minimum age requirement: 18 years or older.
• Willingness to reside and work in specified locations.
• Job may involve tasks performed at elevations of 20 feet or higher.
• Strong commitment to practicing safe work habits.
• Willingness to wear company-mandated PPE, including safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection.
• Comfort and capability to work in proximity to and around substantial equipment such as railcars, locomotives, and cranes.

What We Offer

• A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture.
• Ongoing learning, development, and educational assistance with little to no out-of-pocket cost for online and in-person courses at the University of Nebraska at Omaha and Metropolitan Community College.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 20% match up to 5%.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, collectively bargained through union membership.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs.