Come work with us! Savage has been designated by USA Today as a Top Workplace and also received recognition as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation. As the Locomotive Mechanic you will primarily conduct locomotive mechanical and electrical maintenance, repairs and troubleshooting ensuring that the rail equipment needs are supported and maintenance work is completed timely, efficiently and safely. These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage
We provide Uniforms & PPE
$350/year steel toe boot allowance
Paid Holidays
Excellent Benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match
Monday - Friday day shift 8-5 pm-ish
What you will be doing
Responsible for overall locomotive maintenance
Ensure compliance with all regulatory railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations
Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot and repair malfunctions in diesel engines, air brake equipment, electrical equipment, running gear or locomotive components
Conduct daily inspections and locomotive servicing
Requirements of a successful Locomotive Mechanic
5+ years locomotive mechanic experience including electrical
Ability to weld and use a cutting torch to repair or modify locomotive equipment
Familiar with and ability to perform periodic inspections
Ability to interpret oil sample results
Experience maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing EMD locomotives
Ability to problem solve and is very familiar with Locomotive maintenance
Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot low and high voltage AC/DC circuits
The ability to work under adverse weather conditions and understanding that there is a requirement to be on call for mechanical/electrical emergencies on a 24/7 basis
Understands that working safely is a pre-requisite and will utilize provided PPE and employ all defined safe practices while conducting maintenance
Here are some of the physical requirements of this role
Ability to work outside in ALL weather conditions (snow, rain, sub-freezing temps)
Ability to be on call for mechanical emergencies on a 24/7 basis
In good physical condition (able to walk one (1) to two (2) miles per shift)
Physically able to climb up and down rail cars/ladders safely
Potential work sites include industrial rail facilities, remote rail lines, and will require someone who can work safely around this type of environment, as well as ensure compliance to strict OSHA and FRA regulations
Ability to lift and maneuver components up to 50 pounds
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Additional Information:
A complete job description is available upon request
Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace
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