Composite Mechanic - PNR

BROE Group and it's managed affiliates•Borger, TX

About The Position

The Composite Mechanic inspects, troubleshoots, performs preventive maintenance on, installs, and repairs locomotive mechanical, air, and electrical systems and components. Equipment includes diesel engines, motors, generators, wheels, air brakes, wiring, lighting, and other mechanical and electrical components. The mechanic ensures work conforms to Federal Railroad Association (FRA), company, and customer specifications, and demonstrates the company values of safety, honesty, ownership, respect, and teamwork. The role performs work under the direction of an immediate supervisor, documents inspections and repairs, reads technical and regulatory materials, and uses test equipment and specialized tools to verify locomotive systems. Duties also include maintenance and repairs to company vehicles, applicable CDL work, maintaining DOT qualifications, and assisting with repairs and maintenance at other company locations as business requires. Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shifts. The work environment may involve hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather; snow, rain, heat, and sub-freezing temperatures; loud noise; petroleum-based products and odors; moving mechanical parts; high-pressure compressed air; and occasional exposure to live mechanical systems or high-voltage electrical systems. The position has substantial physical demands, including lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, and exerting force, as well as standing, walking, bending, crouching, kneeling, climbing, and working on level or uneven ground.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
1–3 years of experience in the mechanical or electrical field and/or with diesel engines.
Ability to operate hand tools appropriately.
Ability to operate power tools, including drills, grinders, and air impact wrenches, properly for their intended use.
Ability to read, comprehend, and comply with written, oral, and scheduled instructions, rules, procedures, manuals, inspection checklists, government regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, memos, and other work-related information.
Working knowledge of FRA, AAR, OSHA, and EPA rules and regulations specific to locomotives.
Ability to write legibly to complete reports and other work documents.
Professional integrity and accountability.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Basic computer skills.
Valid state driver's license; CDL or ability to attain one within 90 days.
Must pass medical certification and Drivers Qualification File requirements and DOT drug and alcohol testing.
D15.1 welding qualification.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, which include lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying, exerting strength, and performing varied body movements.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in rail transportation, supply chain logistics, manufacturing, and/or oil and gas industries.
Six months to three years of job-related work experience.
Knowledge and skills in locomotive or general mechanical, electrical, and air repair and maintenance.
Ability to read and interpret manuals, blueprints, service publications, wiring diagrams, and flow diagrams.
Ability to operate testing equipment such as micrometers, dial indicators, gauges, insulation test devices, voltmeters, and ohm-meters.

Responsibilities

Comply with railroad safety and operating rules, regulations, FRA requirements, and applicable company requirements.
Under supervisor direction, inspect, troubleshoot, and perform preventive maintenance on locomotive mechanical, electrical, and air systems to ensure they operate within design limits and conform to specifications.
Complete inspection and repair reports according to company and FRA specifications and guidelines.
Diagnose, install, and repair locomotive components in accordance with safety rules and federal and company specifications.
Read and follow diesel engine manuals, locomotive schematics, service bulletins, maintenance instructions, and other craft-related documentation.
Test, install, and repair locomotive components, including pumps, radiators, power assemblies, compressors, air brakes, brushes, commutators, panel lighting, circuit breakers, and regulators.
Examine and verify flow and pressure measurements, rotating-equipment installation and alignment, control points, relays, and wiring; adjust or replace defective parts as needed.
Conduct operational qualification of mechanical, electrical, and air control systems using test equipment and procedures, and verify conformance to locomotive specifications.
Document items of non-compliance legibly and adhere to FRA and company rules, specifications, and guidelines.
Analyze and correct faults found during inspection, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and installation of locomotive equipment.
Perform maintenance and repairs to company vehicles as required.
Perform CDL work in accordance with applicable FMCSA requirements and regulations.
Maintain DOT qualifications and wear required protective equipment, including hard hats, hearing protection, safety-toe boots, and safety glasses.
Assist with other repairs and maintenance, work safely to prevent accidents and injuries, and perform other assigned duties and projects.
Travel to other locations in another state and/or country for several days to assist OmniTRAX-managed companies with repairs and maintenance as business requires.