Machinist

About the role

The person in this position operates mechanical equipment to assemble, repair, and fabricate metal parts.

Responsibilities

• Perform all tasks connected with locomotive major repair, rebuild, and diagnostics; perform internal inspections of engine components and ensure policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance
• Perform electrical testing and repair, including testing and replacing printed circuit cards; diagnose electrical problems in both power circuits and control circuits
• Perform welding repairs and new-metal fabrication as part of the repair or construction of all equipment and locomotives
• Perform all air brake cleaning and testing as specified by FRA standards and company policy
• Use locomotive wheel truing equipment and understand the operation of drill press and lathes
• Operate, repair, adjust and clean heating equipment (engine-house boiler and related equipment)
• Keep records and reports in accordance with FRA regulations and company policy
• Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Two years of related experience and/or training
• High school diploma or GED, two years of related experience and training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid Driver's license

Pay

$32.43 while training / $38.15 once qualified