Production Mechanic II

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties in strict adherence to PRS safety policies and required PPE.
• Tear down, repair, replace, rebuild, and reassemble mechanical components.
• Clean small and large motor parts using approved methods.
• Conduct daily inspections and operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and related equipment.
• Use air tools, die grinders, drills, and other basic mechanical tools.
• Route and connect hydraulic plumbing systems.
• Perform basic wiring and electrical assembly tasks.
• Perform light fabrication and parts alterations as needed.
• Operate saws, lathes, drills, and other machinery.
• Read and follow QWIs and other assembly instructions.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and run equipment to verify proper operation.
• Read and interpret schematics, engineering drawings, and sketches.
• Use precision instruments and gauges for accurate assembly and inspection.
• Perform multiple production roles with high proficiency.
• Test, troubleshoot, repair, and replace mechanical and electrical components.

Requirements

• 2–3 years of mechanical experience or technical certifications with relevant mechanical background.
• A strong understanding of mechanical systems and tools.
• PREFERRED: Familiarity with locomotive components and diesel engine systems.
• PREFERRED: Understanding of track components, signaling, railcars, and railcar components.

Qualifications

• High School Education, GED, or vocational/technical training.

Skills

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in tight, confined spaces during repairs.
• Frequent standing, walking, squatting, kneeling, climbing stairs and steps.
• Exposure to high noise, vibration, cutting torches, and welding operations; PPE required.
• Ability to read QWIs, schematics, and follow detailed instructions.
• Indoor or outdoor work; exposure to temperature extremes, weather, oils, lubricants, and industrial conditions.
• Ability to work around live tracks, heavy equipment, and hazardous operations; strict adherence to safety policies (including blue flag rules).

Benefits

• Multiple health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, Health Savings Account (with company match) or Flexible Spending Accounts, depending on selected health care plan.
• Two Dental plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois.
• Vision plan through VSP.
• Paid time off (vacation and 11 paid holidays).
• 401k plan with company match.
• Life/AD&D insurances (both company-paid and additional voluntary options).
• Sick leave, Short-term Disability and Long-term Disability plans (company-paid).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP, company-paid).
• Three Aflac plans.
• Two pet insurance plans.

Pay

Competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

Schedule

Flexible work schedule to accommodate production goals.