Composite Mechanic

INDIANA RAILROAD COMPANY•Jasonville, IN

3d•$33 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for safely and efficiently inspecting, servicing, repairing, and maintaining diesel locomotives in accordance with federal and company regulations. The role involves operating and maintaining equipment, and transporting crew and equipment to/from job sites. The Composite Mechanic reports to the Senior Manager, Mechanical, with an indirect reporting relationship to the Manager, Mechanical Services. This is a safety-sensitive position governed by a collective bargaining agreement, requiring membership and successful completion of a probationary period.

Requirements

High School diploma/GED
18 years of age or older
Valid Driver's License
One year mechanical experience
Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings and/or schematics
Work safely, follow standard procedures, be alert and take necessary precautions to prevent on the job accidents and injuries.
Wear required protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, safety-toe boots, or safety glasses.
Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations.
May require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol.
Must pass and maintain all required assessments, certifications and licenses.
Must pass a background screening.
Must pass a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and physical capabilities test.
Must successfully complete probationary period.
Walk long distance over uneven terrain, work around moving equipment, climb, ascend and descend locomotives.
Employees must be able to meet and comply with the manufacturers weight limitation safety rating and recommendations for any equipment associated with performing their duties, including the safety rating for ladders (both portable and affixed) and fall arrest equipment.
Heavy work, lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis.
Reach, bend, push, pull, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, sit, stand, balance and lift in the course of duties.
Talk/hear (communicate, detect, converse with, discern, convey, express oneself, exchange information).
See (detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize, judge, observe, inspect, estimate, assess).
Verbal comprehension (understand oral and written communications).
Communication skills (listen, speak and write clearly and concisely).
Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills).
Accountability (demonstrate and communicate a high level of ownership and commitment to achieving results).
Teamwork (work closely with employees toward a common goal).
All INRD employees must know and follow job safety procedures, attend required safety training, proactively promote safety at work and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years diesel mechanic experience
Two or more years experience in the railroad industry
Completion of a mechanical vocational or trade school program
Welding experience

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Association of American Railroads (AAR), and company operating standards.
Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair malfunctions in diesel engines, air brake equipment, running gear, or locomotive components.
Perform service on locomotives such as fueling and daily inspections.
Fabricate, rivet, bolt, glue, braze, or weld to fabricate, modify, or design replacement parts for equipment.
Fabricate, cut, shape, and perform finish operations using various types of materials.
Move locomotives within mechanical department limits.
Participate in group discussions including unit meetings, job briefings, safety meetings, or process reviews.
Complete and maintain mechanical documentation such as summaries and maintenance reports.
Receive instructions, requests, orders, and information from posted bulletins, memorandums, rules, and regulation manuals.
Operate equipment necessary to inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair malfunctions in diesel engines, air brake equipment, running gear, or locomotive components.
Assist Lead, as directed.