Locomotive Diesel Mechanic

Locomotive Diesel Mechanic

BIP Railroad - Parkersburg, WV 26101

Summary Description

The person in this position will inspect, service, and maintain diesel locomotives and on-track equipment in accordance with federal and company regulations, diagnose diesel-engine malfunctions, and make indicated repairs using hand tools, measuring instruments, and sometimes machine tools. He/she may operate mechanical equipment to assemble, repair, and fabricate metal parts and will be required to qualify as a shop-service locomotive engineer in accordance with FRA standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety and operations, and with Federal Railroad Administration standards.
• Perform daily inspections, servicing, and maintenance on diesel-electric locomotives, on-track equipment and other equipment, including but not limited to performing scheduled and preventative maintenance as determined by company policy; fueling, checking, and changing oil and liquid levels; changing filters for engine air, air compressor, fuel, and lube oil; replacing and maintaining engine components, traction motors, generators, air compressors, wheels, and truck components; and washing and cleaning locomotives as necessary.
• Be responsible for following FRA regulations pertaining to locomotive maintenance and inspection as well as railroad environmental requirements.
• Maintain required FRA documentation, of all periodic inspections and repairs.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in diesel engines, air equipment, electrical equipment, trucks, or other components; repair or replace as necessary.
• Perform locomotive car-body repairs as necessary, including performing metal fabrication and welding.
• Operate forklifts, light cranes, power tools, and hydraulic tools while working outside in all weather conditions, in confined spaces, and/or at elevated heights.
• Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience with FRA regulations pertaining to locomotive maintenance and inspection
• Experience with railroad environmental requirements
• Two years of relevant work experience as a heavy mechanic
• Ability to read and comprehend written and oral instructions
• Computer skills, electronic recordkeeping

• High school diploma or GED.
• Certification from a Diesel Mechanic Program
• Four-year journeyman locomotive machinist/mechanic a plus.
• Locomotive Service Engineer certification a plus.
• Welding certification a plus
• At least eighteen years of age
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to travel up to 50%