Utility Worker

Herzog•Stockton, CA

83d•Onsite

About The Position

TransitAmerica Services, Inc. is currently seeking a Utility Worker in Stockton, CA to join our team. This position performs daily inspections of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems on diesel locomotives and passenger railcars, conducts interior and exterior inspections, and completes necessary forms. The role involves prioritizing and completing repairs, operating basic hand tools and testing equipment, and maintaining the work area. Responsibilities also include servicing restrooms on rail equipment, potentially operating a pressure washer, performing facility maintenance, and assisting Maintainers. A key aspect of the role is the ability to read and interpret equipment repair manuals, and participate in ongoing training and testing. Regular and predictable attendance, punctuality, and active participation in the company's culture are required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Experience in mechanical, electrical, and/or pneumatic maintenance, including automotive, diesel, HVAC, and railroad equipment.
Proficient with hand and pneumatic tools; able to read repair manuals and follow instructions.
Strong safety awareness and ability to complete ongoing training.
Able to work independently or in a team with minimal supervision; adaptable to changing priorities.
Willing to work flexible shifts, schedules and overtime.
Ability to occasionally operate overhead cranes and drive company vehicles.
Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
Maintain a valid driver’s license and endorsements as required per position.
Pass pre-employment DOT physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position.
This position requires you to pass and maintain a DOT medical evaluation to drive a Herzog commercial vehicle.
Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification preferred.
Railroad Engineer, Maintenance Facility Operator, or company certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs daily inspection of mechanical, electrical and pneumatic systems on diesel locomotives and passenger railcars (rail equipment) using written task list within a specified time.
Conducts both interior and exterior inspections on rail equipment as required by federal and state regulatory agencies as well as company implemented policies and procedures.
Completes equipment inspection forms, work order forms and other forms as required.
Prioritizes and completes repairs within a specified time-period.
Operates basic hand tools including digital multi-meters, pneumatic tools and testing equipment in a safe, proficient manner.
Cleans and maintains work area, tools and shop equipment.
Operates locomotives with or without passenger railcars attached within the maintenance facility.
Services restrooms on rail equipment including waste removal, potable water and biocide replenishment.
May operate pressure washer and wash rail equipment exterior with extended pole and brush.
Facility maintenance and in-house repair of electrical and mechanical components may be required.
Assists Maintainer and Service Maintainer.
Ability to read, understand and interpret equipment repair manuals relative to maintenance, repair and trouble shooting.
Participate and successfully complete required on-going training and periodic written, oral and hands-on testing.
Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
Other duties as assigned.