Composite Mechanic - PNR

Broe•Borger, TX

11d

About The Position

The Composite Mechanic inspects, troubleshoots, maintains, and installs locomotive mechanical, air, and electrical systems and components, including diesel engines, motors, generators, wheels, air brakes, wiring, and lighting. The role ensures that work and equipment meet Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), company, and customer specifications, while demonstrating the company values of safety, honesty, ownership, respect, and teamwork. Under the direction of a supervisor, the mechanic performs locomotive inspections, preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, installations, and operational testing. The position requires reading and following technical documentation and regulations, completing inspection and repair reports, identifying and correcting faults, and maintaining company vehicles as needed. It may also involve CDL work, travel to other locations as business requires, overtime, and various shift work. The work takes place in conditions that may include extreme temperatures and weather, loud noise, petroleum-based products and odors, moving mechanical parts, high-pressure compressed air, and occasional live mechanical systems or high-voltage electrical systems. The role has substantial physical demands, including lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, standing, walking, bending, climbing, and working in varied positions. Work time may require exerting strength up to 125 pounds for 75% of the time and up to 150 pounds for 50% of the time.

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 and power tools—including drills, grinders, and air impact wrenches—for their intended use.
Ability to read, comprehend, and follow written, oral, and scheduled instructions, rules, procedures, manuals, inspection checklists, government regulations, 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 and 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; must have or obtain a CDL within 90 days.
Must pass medical certification, Drivers Qualification File requirements, and DOT drug and alcohol testing.
D15.1 welding qualification.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, and exerting strength as described in the posting.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in rail transportation, supply chain logistics, manufacturing, and/or oil and gas industries.
6 months to 3 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, FRA requirements, and applicable company and customer specifications.
Perform locomotive inspections, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance under the direction of the immediate supervisor.
Inspect and maintain locomotive mechanical, electrical, and air systems to ensure proper operation within design limits.
Complete inspection and repair reports in accordance with company and FRA specifications and guidelines.
Diagnose, install, and repair locomotive components while following general safety rules and applicable 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 flow and pressure measurements, rotating-equipment installation and alignment, control points, relays, and wiring; adjust or replace defective parts as needed.
Conduct operational qualification and testing of mechanical, electrical, and air control systems using appropriate test equipment and procedures.
Read and follow FRA and company rules, specifications, and guidelines, and legibly document non-compliant items.
Analyze and correct faults identified during inspection, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and locomotive equipment installation.
Perform maintenance and repairs to company vehicles as required.
Perform CDL work in accordance with applicable FMCSA regulations.
Assist with other repairs and maintenance as required.
Work safely to prevent on-the-job accidents and injuries; wear required protective equipment.
Maintain DOT qualifications.
Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work.
Travel to other locations, including in another state or country, for several days to assist OmniTRAX-managed companies with repairs and maintenance as business requires.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.