Taylor Transportation Search Group · 1 day ago
Locomotive Technician - Maintenance/Repair
Aurora, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expTaylor Transportation Search Group is seeking a Locomotive Technician to perform maintenance, repair, and inspection of company-owned locomotives. The role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations and customer satisfaction while maintaining accurate documentation for billing purposes.
ManufacturingMarine TransportationPublic TransportationRailroadTransportation
Hiring Manager
Julie Stoer
Responsibilities
Performs scheduled and on demand maintenance, repair and inspection of company-owned locomotives as required to meet regulatory, quality and customer production needs
Performs both mechanical and electrical running repairs and scheduled maintenance, including: repairing air compressors; repairing control pockets, machining wheels; and performing non-structural welds
Understands and follows company and industry safety rules, practices, and procedures; wears prescribed personal protective equipment; operates the company vehicles safely and responsibly; takes appropriate action when conditions threaten safety of self or coworkers; ensures equipment and work area are in safe operating condition before starting work
Conducts locomotive inspections to ensure each unit complies with regulatory, industry and customer-specific requirements, and to detect evidence of wear or needed fuel, oil and other consumables
Reads and interprets blueprints; schematics; the company policies, procedures, and engineering instructions; and FRA and DOT regulations
Safely and effectively operates the following: acetylene torches, non-power tools (pliers, wrenches, hammers), power tools (drills, power saws, grinders); electric and gas welding equipment
Communicates, verbally and in writing, technical information, job procedure recommendations, and other work-related information
Ensures that customers are satisfied with the work
Ensures that all necessary invoices, inspection, and work order information is complete in order to facilitate correct and timely customer billing
Monitors and audits completed repair work orders, systems and forms
Maintains all certifications, including TWIC cards, and site-specific safety training requirements at various locations
Partners with manager and other site personnel to ensure certifications, customer suitability requirements and other job requirements remain current
Works toward obtaining the skills necessary to advance to the next level Locomotive Technician
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Valid driver's license required; commercial driver's license preferred
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), or the ability to obtain, required
Ability to pass a DOT mandated physical required
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, in English required
Minimum of 2 years of locomotive repair experience or an equivalent combination of experience and training
Background in EMD locomotive repair required
Possess strong locomotive mechanical and electrical systems knowledge, including the ability to: repair air compressors; repair control pockets; machine wheels; and perform non-structural welds
Ability to perform non-structural welds required, ability to perform structural welds and visually inspect welds preferred
Possess ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems, along with problem-solving abilities to make sound decisions required
Possess a strong understanding of FRA rules and regulations, the company Rail Policies, and Safety and Quality procedures required
Demonstrated skill with inventory and supply management required
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, required
Ability and willingness to meet all customer suitability requirements required
Sensitivity to customer demands and be flexible in work hours, including weekends, required
Must be able to travel within 150 to 400 miles of the work location, as necessary
Must be able to work on-call hours
Must be able to work Monday – Friday
Occasionally overnight stays away from home
Must be able to lift up to 90 pounds
Must be able to stoop, climb ladders and safely perform work tasks
Must work in all types of weather conditions
Preferred
Commercial driver's license preferred
Ability to perform structural welds and visually inspect welds preferred
Company
Taylor Transportation Search Group
Taylor Transportation Search Group is a specialized executive search firm focused on the transportation and mobility sectors.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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