Mechanic

Job Description: Mid America Car Inc. - Locomotive is currently seeking a Diesel Mechanic. A qualified candidate should have a background in diesel engine repair. Our mechanics troubleshoot and perform repairs on locomotives as needed. We are willing to train the right candidate, if you have existing automotive or rail experience. Examples include; change injectors, blowers, air compressors, wheels, couplers, power assemblies, main generators, engines, cams, bearings, governors, etc. The work is mostly performed inside a shop setting, but can include travel and working outside with mobile equipment. Job Perks: Up to $30.59/hrHourly base 40 hr/week ($63K) plus occasional overtime 10-20 hrs/week Generous company funded 401(k) retirement profit sharing Annual cash bonuses Benefit package includes health, dental, disability, vision, long and short term disabilityPromote from within no limits to upward potentialJob Duties: Mechanics are given lists of repairs on a daily basis and are expected to work with a partner to perform repairs with little to no direct supervision. Applicants MUST be available to take turns based on seniority and work up to a 30-day rotation on night shift 3:30pm-2:00am Monday - Thursday (4-10 hr nights) (3-day weekends) . Night shift adds $.92 per hour of shift differential pay.Job Qualifications: Must be able to work in small areas. Occasionally must be able to work outdoors in wet and cold (below freezing) weather. Must be able to climb ladders. Must have previous experience using mechanical hand-tools. This is strenuous work requiring good corrected vision, hearing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching and lifting. Please apply online with Mid-America Car, Inc. at: https://mid-america-car.prismhr-hire.com/job/42142/mechanic?s=cl