Garage Locomotive Heavy-Duty Mechanic

Molson Coors • Golden, CO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Garage Locomotive Heavy-Duty Mechanic works in Golden, Colorado, performing preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on switching engines and Ryder Logistics’ commercial fleet. The role services locomotive systems to keep equipment safe, reliable, and available for daily operations, completing high-quality repairs with minimal rework while following safety standards and operational requirements.

The mechanic also supports commercial fleet and mobile equipment maintenance, documents maintenance activities, and helps ensure equipment availability. The position involves coordinating garage materials, operating equipment to verify installations and operation, and contributing to safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Journeyman commercial diesel mechanic.
• Experience performing all duties of a heavy equipment mechanic with minimal supervision.
• ARC and MIG welding.
• Metal fabrication.

Nice To Haves

• D.O.T. welding certificates.
• CDL license.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on locomotive switching engines.
• Overhaul and repair diesel engines, locomotive trucks, compressors, governors, blowers, and other mechanical components.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, pneumatic, and braking systems, using wiring diagrams, air brake schematics, and technical documentation.
• Conduct wheel measurements, equipment assessments, and routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and maintain compliance with safety standards.
• Maintain working knowledge of SW8, SW1000, and SW1001 switching locomotives and perform quality repairs with minimal rework.
• Provide maintenance support for commercial fleet and mobile equipment, including pickup trucks, generators, forklifts, trailers, loaders, backhoes, and other facility equipment as required.
• Complete work in accordance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Accurately document maintenance activities and support equipment availability to meet operational demands.
• Respond quickly and professionally to support production requirements.
• Make non-management decisions appropriate for a journeyman or certified diesel mechanic.
• Oversee and coordinate the flow of garage materials so work can be completed on schedule and the correct materials are used within budget.
• Operate machinery and equipment to verify proper installation and operation.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary.
• Incentive plans.
• Parental leave.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) option with employer match.
• Generous paid time off plans.
• Wellness Program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• On-site pub.
• Brand clothing and swag.
• Access to company events.
• Free beer and beverages.
• Career growth and development opportunities through First Choice Learning.
• Engagement with Business Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED