Locomotive Mechanic- Regional Traveling

Marmon Holdings, Inc.•USA_WV_Remote, WV

9d•$28 - $35•Hybrid

About The Position

Railserve is hiring an experienced and safety-focused Regional Traveling Locomotive Mechanic to support locomotive maintenance operations throughout the West Virginia and Ohio region. This is a full-time, hands-on mechanical role critical to maintaining reliable locomotive equipment and supporting safe, efficient customer operations across multiple Railserve locations. This position is based in the West Virginia/Ohio region and requires travel approximately 80% of the time. Tools and a company truck are provided by Railserve. No certifications are required for this role; however, certifications and related experience will be taken into consideration when determining starting pay. Railserve is a leading provider of industrial railyard services across the United States and Canada. Our teams deliver on-site rail switching, material handling and transloading, track construction and maintenance, and locomotive service and repair for customers who depend on safe, reliable rail operations every day. With decades of industry experience, Railserve is built on a foundation of safety, teamwork, and operational excellence. We invest in our people, promote from within, and use innovative, safety-focused technology to keep railyards running efficiently. The Regional Traveling Locomotive Mechanic is responsible for maintaining Railserve’s fleet of locomotives throughout the West Virginia and Ohio region. This role supports the company’s ability to serve customers by performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, conducting inspections, and responding to equipment repair needs at multiple operating locations. This position works closely with operations teams and customers to maintain locomotive reliability while ensuring compliance with company safety procedures and maintenance standards. Responsibilities include scheduled maintenance, emergency repairs, inspections, troubleshooting, documentation, and customer communication. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, safety-focused, dependable, and comfortable working independently in outdoor industrial environments while traveling extensively throughout the region. Previous heavy mechanical experience is strongly preferred, and Railserve is willing to train individuals with strong mechanical backgrounds. Railserve promotes from within and provides opportunities for long-term advancement within mechanical and operational leadership roles.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Strong mechanical experience required
Valid driver’s license required
Ability to operate cutting torch and electrical welder
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to travel approximately 80% throughout the West Virginia and Ohio region
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Ability to lift, carry, and handle heavy equipment and materials
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to maintain accurate maintenance documentation and reports
Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and emergency callouts as required
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or technical training preferred
Electrical troubleshooting experience preferred
Military experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled and emergency maintenance on company locomotives, including Gen-Set, SW, and GP locomotives
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical locomotive issues
Perform preventative maintenance inspections and repairs
Communicate maintenance updates and repair statuses with customers and operations teams
Maintain accurate maintenance records, invoices, shipping documents, preventative maintenance reports, and expense reports
Safely operate cutting torches and welding equipment
Conduct periodic equipment safety assessments and inspections
Assist in identifying and correcting safety hazards
Handle environmental materials and waste disposal according to company procedures
Comply with company safety policies and wear required personal protective equipment
Operate company-provided service truck throughout the assigned region
Travel between customer locations and Railserve operations as needed
Support additional maintenance and operational duties as assigned