Locomotive Mechanic- Regional Traveling-Ohio Area

Marmon Holdings, Inc.•Cincinnati, OH

10d•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Railserve is hiring a mechanically skilled Regional Traveling Locomotive Mechanic based in Ohio to maintain and repair locomotives throughout the region. The role helps ensure safe, reliable equipment is available to support customer operations. It includes scheduled, preventive, and emergency maintenance; diagnosing mechanical and electrical problems; and traveling to customer locations according to equipment and operational needs. It suits a mechanic who enjoys troubleshooting, working independently, traveling to different locations, and taking ownership of equipment reliability. Locomotive experience is valuable, but training is available for mechanically experienced candidates. The schedule may vary with operational and customer needs. Regular travel throughout Ohio and surrounding areas is required, and nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime may be required. Work takes place at multiple customer and Railserve locations, outdoors in varying weather, and around locomotives, moving machinery, tools, and industrial equipment. Conditions may include fumes, oils, diesel fuel, and elevated work areas. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring personal protective equipment and strict compliance with company and customer safety procedures. Company-provided tools and a vehicle may be used as applicable. Compensation is $25.00–$30.00 per hour or more depending on experience. Railserve describes itself as a provider of industrial railyard services across the United States and Canada and highlights safety, teamwork, operational excellence, employee development, and promotion from within.

Requirements

Strong mechanical experience and hands-on troubleshooting ability.
Valid driver's license.
Ability and willingness to travel regularly throughout the region.
Ability to safely operate a cutting torch and electrical welder.
Ability to understand and follow written instructions, maintenance procedures, and technical information.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work independently and manage changing priorities.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and lifting.

Nice To Haves

Locomotive, diesel, heavy equipment, industrial, or similar mechanical experience is preferred; training is available for mechanically experienced candidates.
Electrical troubleshooting experience is a plus.
An associate degree or technical training in a mechanical field is preferred; equivalent work experience will also be considered.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled, preventive, and emergency maintenance on locomotives, including Gen-Set, SW, and GP models.
Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues.
Troubleshoot equipment failures and determine appropriate repair solutions.
Travel throughout the region to perform locomotive maintenance and repairs.
Communicate with customers about equipment status, upcoming repairs, and maintenance priorities.
Inspect equipment and identify mechanical, electrical, and safety concerns.
Maintain accurate preventive maintenance checklists, invoices, shipping documents, expense reports, and other required records.
Safely handle and dispose of oil, diesel fuel, filters, and other maintenance materials.
Safely operate hand tools, power tools, cutting torches, welding equipment, and other maintenance equipment.
Conduct periodic equipment safety assessments.
Recommend corrective actions when equipment or safety concerns are identified.
Follow company and customer safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment.
Perform additional duties as assigned.