Passenger Rail Mechanic Apprentice

Job Responsibilities

• Performs air brake inspection of passenger cars, private cars and have knowledge of air brake systems
• Performs locomotive daily inspection; able to troubleshoot and handle repair/replacement of parts
• Troubleshoots passenger cars including but not limited to toilet systems, air conditioning systems, doors, panels, lights, electrical systems and brake systems along with making any necessary repairs
• Fills out regulatory, client and Company-required paperwork
• Performs necessary electrical tests, removes, disassembles, replaces, repairs, modifies, rebuilds, assembles, adjusts, and maintains batteries and all electrical equipment or components on locomotives
• Communicates written and/or verbal findings of inspections to Supervisor
• Works overtime, weekends, holidays, and on-call as required
• Works flexible schedule to accommodate dynamic train schedules
• Works outdoors in inclement work conditions as required
• Wears and uses required protective equipment while working
• Takes responsibility for own safety while on the job
• Cleans and polishes lighting fixtures, floors, seats, surfaces and trim
• Cleans passenger cars, restrooms and replenishes bathroom supplies
• Empties wastebaskets, empties and cleans ashtrays
• Transports trash and waste to disposal area
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license is required
• Requires High School Diploma or GED
• Trade school or formal railroad locomotive or diesel mechanical maintenance training required
• Knowledge of locomotive mechanical or locomotive electrical or industrial heavy equipment mechanical experience is required
• Successful completion of a pre-employment (background/drug) screening process