Machinist

In your role as a Machinist, you will: 

Inspect, service and make necessary repairs to passenger coaches and locomotives within OEM/FRA/DOT and company standards. 

Primary Activities and Responsibilities 

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).  

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot and repair malfunctions in engines, air brake equipment, running gear or locomotive components.  

• Fabricate, cut, shape, and perform finish operations using various types of materials   

• Perform equipment work order management using asset management database.   

• Operate locomotive, passenger coaches and prime mover as part of team to move rail equipment.  

• Additional duties as assigned in accordance with union agreement and incidental work rule provisions. 

• Additional duties as assigned in accordance with union agreement and incidental work rule provisions.  

Training 

Training will be provided in Baltimore, Maryland upon hire. 

? Minimum Qualifications 

• High School diploma/GED  

• 18 years of age or older??  

• Valid Driver's License  

• Heavy mechanical repair experience  

Preferred Qualifications 

• 4 years of diesel mechanic experience 

Basic Competencies 

• Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications--both general and technical)  

• Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)  

• Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)  

• Mechanical aptitude 

• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints  

• Must be able to obtain Qualified Maintenance Person (QMP) designation and qualification 

• Need to meet regulatory medical qualifications to qualify for Maintenance Facility Engineer and Maintenance Facility Conductor 

• Driving record needs to be absent any moving convictions for alcohol or substance abuse within the previous 36 months 

• Must have basic proficiency with Windows software and Microsoft Office Suite applications (i.e., Outlook) 

Physical Requirements 

• Heavy work, lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis  

• Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/balance/climb on a regular basis 

• Push/pull/grip/carry on a regular basis 

• Walking long distances over uneven terrain  

• Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity  

• Exposure to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basis 

Employment Conditions  

• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries  

• Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, safety-toe boots and safety glasses  

• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work  

• Complete annual training and pass safety rules examination  

• Subject to random testing for drugs and/or alcohol per certifications 

• Must pass all required assessments  

• Required to pass a post-offer medical examination, including drug and alcohol testing. 

• This position will be governed by a collective bargaining agreement, membership is required  

• Active employees must complete one year in current position or craft before applying for positions 

Environmental Conditions:  Work outside in all weather conditions in confined spaces, and on occasion at elevated heights.