Diesel / Locomotive Mechanic

• $28•39/hr + Overtime Metro East Industries, Inc.
• Lancaster /

York, PA Region Pay:

$28.00

• 39.

00 per hour, based on experience

Job Type:

Full-Time Schedule:

Monday-Friday + Overtime Opportunities Turn Your Diesel Experience Into a Career in the Railroad Industry Metro East Industries, Inc. (MEI) is hiring Locomotive Mechanics to support customers throughout the Lancaster / York, Pennsylvania region . Locomotive experience is preferred, but it is not required. If you have strong mechanical experience working on diesel engines, heavy equipment, trucks, agricultural equipment, construction equipment, or industrial machinery , we encourage you to apply. We'll help the right mechanic learn the locomotive side of the business. This is a great opportunity for an experienced mechanic who wants competitive pay, plenty of overtime opportunities, paid travel expenses, and the opportunity to build a career in the railroad industry.

PAY & BENEFITS

$28

• 39 per hour , depending on experience and skill level Overtime opportunities available weekly 401(k) with company match Health insurance Dental insurance Life insurance Disability insurance Paid vacation Paid holidays Per diem while traveling Company-paid hotel accommodations while traveling Company service truck for work-related travel Full-time, year-round employment Insurance benefits available after 31 days of employment.

401(k) eligibility begins after one year of employment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a Locomotive Mechanic, you'll perform hands-on inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of diesel locomotives and their mechanical systems.

Responsibilities include:

Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain locomotives. Repair and rebuild mechanical components including fuel pumps, water pumps, control valves, governors, distributors, and related equipment. Perform diesel engine inspections, maintenance, and repairs. Time injectors and valves, set racks, and verify pointers. Inspect turbos, idler backlash, AR-10 bearings, and related components. Torque engine and locomotive components to required specifications. Remove, repair, and replace defective mechanical components. Use hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, grinders, and precision measuring instruments. Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, truck cranes, and cutting equipment. Perform locomotive cab repairs, including flooring, seats, liners, and related components. Read and follow technical manuals, schematics, specifications, drawings, and OEM maintenance procedures. Perform all work safely and in accordance with company, customer, environmental, and railroad requirements.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Preferred experience includes: Diesel mechanic Heavy equipment mechanic Truck / fleet mechanic Agricultural equipment mechanic Construction equipment mechanic Industrial maintenance mechanic Locomotive mechanic

Qualifications:

Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills. Diesel mechanical knowledge preferred. Locomotive experience is a plus, but not required for mechanically experienced candidates willing to learn . Experience with hand, power, and pneumatic tools. Ability to read gauges and precision measuring instruments. Ability to understand technical manuals, specifications, schematics, and drawings. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Ability to safely work around heavy machinery and mobile equipment. High school diploma or GED preferred. Ability and willingness to work overtime when needed. Ability and willingness to travel to customer locations.

TRAVEL & SCHEDULE

This position supports customer locations throughout the Lancaster / York, PA region and the Northeast . Travel is required.

When traveling for work:

MEI pays for hotel accommodations Employees receive per diem Work-related travel is performed using company vehicles as applicable

Typical Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8-hour minimum shifts Weekly overtime opportunities

PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a hands-on, physically demanding mechanical position. Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work may include:

Standing and walking for extended periods. Bending, kneeling, crouching, squatting, climbing, and reaching. Climbing locomotive steps, stairs, and ladders. Working on elevated and uneven surfaces. Working above shoulder and below waist level. Crawling and working in tight or confined spaces. Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling heavy parts and equipment. Working outdoors in hot, cold, and changing weather conditions. Working around loud noise, dust, fumes, and heavy machinery. Wearing required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, and safety-toe footwear.

WHY METRO EAST INDUSTRIES?

Metro East Industries has been serving the railroad industry since 1990 . What began as a railcar repair operation has grown into a comprehensive railroad services company providing locomotive and railcar repair services throughout the United States. Today, MEI employs approximately 500 experienced employees and provides services to Class I railroads, short-line railroads, leasing companies, OEMs, private shippers, and industrial customers. We're a third-generation family business that believes in taking care of our employees, working safely, providing quality workmanship, and giving people opportunities to build long-term careers.

READY FOR SOMETHING BIGGER?

If you know your way around a diesel engine, heavy equipment, trucks, or industrial machinery, you may already have the skills we're looking for. Bring your mechanical experience to the railroad industry and learn to work on some of the largest diesel-powered equipment around. Apply today to join Metro East Industries. Metro East Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$28.00

• $39.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Experience:

Locomotive:

1 year (Preferred) Diesel engine repair: 1 year (Required) Ability to

Commute:

York, PA (Required) Willingness to travel: 50% (Required)

Work Location:

On the road