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Experienced Locomotive Mechanic
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What they do
An Electrician works on electrical systems in buildings. Installs electrical wiring and lighting in new construction, and repairs or upgrade wiring, outlets or other parts of older electrical systems. Checks safety and makes installations or repairs that are in compliance with local building codes. May also specialize in electrical work required in different manufacturing industries, electrical systems for cars, plane or boats, or electrical and lighting work in the film industry.
$59,203 / year median in Texas
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
- Safely and efficiently maintain locomotives to FRA standards
- Utilize EMD locomotive systems
- Ability to use and maintain electronic work order/maintenance tracking system
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment and log pertinent information
- Assist operations personnel as needed with locomotive issues
- Troubleshoot and repair locomotive mechanical/electrical issues
- Ability to diagnose problems in a timely manner and determine if it can be fixed with internal resources or referred to a third party provider with special skills and/or equipment
- Must be familiar with and comfortable working around high voltage and rotating equipment
- Completes any other duties that may be assigned to complete the job
Job Qualifications:
- Proven trouble shooting skills for mechanical and electrical systems is required
- Knowledge of EMD locomotives is preferred
- Knowledge of Dash 2 and Dash 3 control systems and event recorders is preferred
- May require a valid Driver's License and / or a valid TWIC card, depending on work location
- 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
- Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check
- Wear all required PPE without restriction and pass any required medical exams
- Speak, write, read fluent English
- Regular on-site attendance and punctuality is required
- Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus
Work Schedule:
Monday- Friday Day Shift (Some weekends required) Why join the PSC team?
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Employee Benefits:
Medical insurance options with the company paying a large portion of the premiums, including affordable dental and vision plans for employees and their families Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance Matching 401(k) plan to help employees save money for retirement Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits (varies by work group) Incentives, discounts, and bonuses Industry-leading training and development programs To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The above job description does not reflect all essential job functions or physical requirements. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. PSC Group, formerly known as Petroleum Service Corporation, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Details Pay Type Hourly Hiring Min Rate 25 USD Hiring Max Rate 40 USD Scan this QR code and apply! DownloadBenefits
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance