Diesel Mechanic

CPKC•Port Arthur, TX

5h•$41•Onsite

About The Position

As a Diesel Mechanic (Machinist), you help keep locomotives moving and ensure the reliability and safety of CPKC’s transportation network. In a fast-paced, safety-first environment, you perform preventative and scheduled maintenance, diagnose and repair complex issues, and use mechanical skills to keep freight moving. The role is based in Port Arthur, Texas, and is an onsite union position.

Requirements

High school diploma or general equivalency.
Valid driver’s license.
Minimum 2 years’ experience in mechanics.
Availability to work all types of shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, in all weather conditions.
Ability to pass required written examinations and read and understand safety instructions, rules, regulations, and other written or printed material in English.
Dedication to safety and adherence to guidelines, rules, and regulatory standards.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to provide clear, concise instructions and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
Successful pre-employment medical assessment, including physical, vision, and hearing assessments, and a negative company or regulated drug test.
Successful background investigation, including criminal history, education, driver’s license and driving history, Social Security Number, and Department of Transportation 40.25 Form verifications.

Nice To Haves

Preference given to candidates with heavy-duty diesel mechanics experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain, inspect, service, test, and repair locomotive systems.
Diagnose diesel engine issues and perform repairs in compliance with regulatory standards and company guidelines.
Interpret blueprints, schematic diagrams, and service manuals.
Evaluate parts to determine whether they should be reused, repaired, or replaced.
Perform welding, adjustments, and calibrations on mechanical components.
Modify and assemble mechanical structures to meet operational requirements and enhance performance.
Perform low-voltage repairs on locomotive electrical systems.
Service locomotive cabs and maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for operators.
Safely operate overhead cranes, mobile cranes, forklifts, and hand tools to support maintenance activities.