Fueler / QP (Mechanical Helper)

About the Role

Drummac, Inc. is an integrated rail services company specializing in mechanical and janitorial services for the transportation industry. As a Mechanical Apprentice (Qualified Person, or QP), you will maintain and repair passenger rail cars and locomotives under the supervision of a Passenger Rail Mechanic. Fuelers ensure Amtrak locomotives and equipment are routinely supplied with fuel while working collaboratively with Amtrak personnel and passengers to represent Drummac professionally.

Responsibilities

Fuelers

• Perform fueling in a safe and efficient manner.
• Accurately account for fuel transactions and input data into the fuel management system.
• Conduct daily Quality Control checks on equipment.
• Perform water audits, sanitation of watering equipment, and water trains as needed.
• Ensure correct loading and balancing of fuel.
• Maintain DEF tote levels and fill trains with DEF as required.

Qualified Person (QP)

• Perform air brake inspections of passenger cars, private cars, and locomotives, with knowledge of air brake systems.
• Conduct locomotive daily inspections; troubleshoot and repair/replace parts.
• Troubleshoot passenger cars, including toilet systems, air conditioning, doors, panels, lights, electrical systems, and brake systems, making necessary repairs.
• Complete regulatory, client, and company-required paperwork.
• Perform electrical tests, remove, disassemble, replace, repair, modify, rebuild, assemble, adjust, and maintain batteries and electrical components on locomotives.
• Provide Blue signal protection, set up, and remove Blue flags/lights.
• Apply and remove 480V ground power cables.
• Perform cleaning duties on passenger rail cars and locomotives as needed.
• Communicate inspection findings verbally and/or in writing to supervisors.
• Work overtime, weekends, holidays, and on-call as required.
• Adapt to dynamic train schedules with a flexible work schedule.
• Work outdoors in inclement conditions while using required protective equipment.
• Prioritize personal safety and the safety of others on the job.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent reading, writing, and reasoning skills).
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Positive work history and personnel record.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment screening process.

Pay

Hourly rate range for Fueler/QP (Mechanical Helper) candidates in Sacramento, California: $23–$25. The actual hourly rate offered will be determined based on relevant skills and experience.

Benefits

In addition to hourly wage, full-time employees receive the following benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Long-term and short-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued at a rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.