Locomotive Mechanic

8 hours ago

Galena Park, Texas, United States Watco Corp Full time
Job Title: Locomotive Mechanic

The Locomotive Mechanic is responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining locomotives in accordance with company policies. This role requires a strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Implement and comply with the company safety plan.
  • Maintain a respectful work environment.
  • Develop and sustain an environment where all obstacles to success are communicated to everyone affected.
  • Ensure clear communication between all parties.
  • Continuously seek safe and productive ways to perform tasks.
  • Comply with confidentiality policies as stated in the company team member manual.
  • Coordinate locomotive mechanical department functions with all other departments.
  • Comply with FRA guidelines on Personal Blue Signal Protection of Workers.
  • Provide customer service consistent with company goals.
  • Work with connecting railroads to ensure efficient interchange of cars and locomotives.
  • Perform air tests, inspect, and repair locomotives or components for structural defects and wear according to FRA and manufacturing guidelines.
  • Comply with all rules, regulations, and programs, including drug and alcohol policies.
  • Be proficient and knowledgeable on interchange rules as they pertain to locomotives.
  • Possess working knowledge of wear limit gauges and testing equipment.
  • Complete written forms and reports, as well as necessary Federal Railroad Administration reports.
  • Become a qualified locomotive inspector according to FRA regulations.
  • Familiarize yourself with state and federal regulations related to the railroad industry.
  • Perform emergency repairs and re-railing of railroad rolling stock.
  • Solve practical problems and deal with various concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Develop skills of subordinate team members to ensure highly qualified successors are in place.
Qualifications:
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Completed a three-year Railroad Apprenticeship or have four years of railroad-related experience or five years of experience in some other mechanical field.
Reading and Language Skills:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, schematics, and federal and state regulations. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or team members. Ability to write and update rules and manuals to ensure continuous compliance with all federal regulations.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

Must possess a valid driver's license and be insurable by the company's insurance provider to drive and operate company vehicles and equipment as necessary. Must be able to obtain a TWIC Card.

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