Mechanical - Carman FGE (FRA)

Job Summary

Inspect and repair refrigerated rail cars.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Inspect, repair and maintain fuel levels of refrigerated railcars on CSX network
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs of Kohler and Ingersoll-Rand diesel engines
• Inspect car components for compliance with FRA, Association of American Railroads (AAR) and CSX standards
• Identify or analyze defective components and indicate the necessary corrective action
• Obtain information from computer regarding car characteristics, destination, lading, and repair records and/or to file data such as repair information, bad orders and car releases
• Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager

Pay Rate

Full Journeyman Rate: $30.10/hour

(1st 366 work days from start date at work location) - 90% of journeyman rate: $27.09 per hour

(2nd 366 work days from start date at work location) - 95 % of journeyman rate: $28.59.

Full Journeyman Rate $30.10/hour

Training

On The Job Training

Minimum Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older
• Valid Driver's License
• One year mechanical work experience or training
• High School Diploma/GED
  

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more years of diesel engine repair & diagnosis
• Diesel or HVAC apprenticeship
• EPA Section 608 Refrigeration Type II License

Physical Requirements

• Heavy work, lifting up to 60 pounds occasionally and up to 85 pounds on a rare basis
• Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb
• Walk long distances over uneven terrain
• Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection
• Exposure to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basis
  

Basic Competencies

• Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications)
• Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)
• Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)
• Mechanical aptitude
  

Job Requirements

• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
• Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe boots
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek
• Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations
• Federal regulations require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol
• Must pass all required assessments
• Must pass a background screening
• This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is req.
• Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test