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Reading and Northern Railroad

Diesel Mechanic- Locomotives

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Job Description

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VP-Motive Power Job Overview:
The Locomotive Mechanic will work within the Mechanical department to address and execute maintenance, troubleshooting and general repair to RBMN's locomotive fleet.
Responsibilities and Duties:
  • Mechanical/Electrical repairs to locomotive fleet.
  • Regularly able to work at two separate locomotive shops to include Port Clinton and Nesquehoning to repair locomotes as needed.
  • Assist and report to anywhere across the Reading and Northern system as needed.
  • Ability to be on-call for locomotive related emergencies on evenings and weekends.
  • Flexibility to work weekends as needed.
  • Maintain, troubleshoot and assess locomotive repair and inspection needs.
  • Understand and get qualified under railroad specific rules and regulations.
  • Address and handle urgent and time sensitive repairs to locomotive fleet.
  • Other duties and projects as assigned and required.
  • Education and/or experience in diesel engine repair/maintenance.
  • Superior organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
  • Finger dexterity, manage multiple tasks/projects, close attention to detail and adapt to a fast pace and ever-changing work environment.
  • Valid Driver's License.
  • Operational vehicle to commute to/from work.
  • Positive attitude.
  • Ability to work in various locations on various shifts from day-to-day to include some weekend work.
  • Ability to sit, stand, kneel, climb and/or bend for long periods of time.
  • Willingness to be on-call when and where necessary.
  • Ability to adapt to an ever-changing workload.
  • Ability to successfully complete FRA mandated background check and pre-employment drug screening.
  • Reading and Northern Railroad is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$26.00 - $31.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person