Impact Workforce Solutions · 2 months ago
Diesel Mechanic
Impact Workforce Solutions is seeking a Locomotive Diesel Mechanic dedicated to maintaining a fleet of historic diesel/electric locomotives. The role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations, performing inspections, and troubleshooting mechanical issues.
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Responsibilities
Ensure strict compliance with all FRA, AAR, APTA, and internal CVSR safety and operational rules
Consistently comply with Personal Blue Signal Protection of Workers guidelines
Perform all required daily service, periodic, and annual FRA inspections
Inspect equipment components (trucks, wheels, air systems, etc.) to ensure regulatory compliance
Diagnose and troubleshoot complex malfunctions in diesel engines, air brake systems, trucks, and other mechanical and electrical components
Perform routine service duties, including fueling, watering, lubricating, and oiling locomotive units
Execute emergency trackside repairs as needed
Replace major locomotive and diesel engine components, including wheels, trucks, traction motors, springs, couplers, air compressors, and turbochargers
Demonstrate advanced skills in aligning rotating equipment and conducting complete Air Tests
Read, interpret, and apply technical information from schematics, blueprints, written QWIs (Quality Work Instructions), and Travelers
Accurately and safely utilize precision instruments, tooling, and specialized equipment such as roll-overs, torque wrenches, cutting torches, overhead cranes, and pipe threaders
Maintain comprehensive written and computerized records for all maintenance and repair activities
Work effectively with minimal supervision while maintaining a clean and organized work area
Provide direction and share mechanical knowledge with part-time seasonal staff
Qualification
Required
Proven mechanical skills demonstrated through professional experience in one of the following fields: Locomotive, Diesel Engine, Heavy Equipment, Automotive, or Aircraft Mechanics
A Technical Certification demonstrating foundational knowledge of mechanical systems
Strong commitment to safety and compliance with all established procedures (PPE use mandatory)
Preferred
Prior knowledge of diesel engine and/or locomotive components
Experience reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics
Ability to utilize precision instruments and tooling accurately
Benefits
Health Insurance (up to 50% premium paid)
Paid Time Off (5 days)
6 Paid Holidays
Retirement Plan access
Financial Fitness and Employee Savings programs
Company
Impact Workforce Solutions
Impact Workforce Optimization (IWO) is a suite of solutions aligned for contingent workforce management including Core2 (Employer of Record), IMprove (MSP), and Clarity (VMS), supported by Direct Sourcing (to Core2) as an optional value-added service, customized to each client’s unique business needs.