Mechanic III, Loco

PRS Facility Location

Patterson, GA Locomotive - 131

Performs the duties of locomotive mechanic involved in inspecting, repairing, fabricating, and maintaining historic diesel/electric locomotives to meet and exceed FRA regulations and CVSR expectations for positive, safe and reliable customer experience while maintaining a clean and respectable fleet appearance.

• * Skill Level I - 0-2 years of experience as locomotive, diesel, automotive or aircraft mechanic;
• * Skill Level II - 2-5 years of experience as locomotive, diesel, automotive or aircraft mechanic or Technical Certifications;
• * Skill Level III - 5 years of experience as locomotive, diesel, automotive or aircraft mechanic or Technical Certifications.

Locomotive Mechanic

Patterson

• * Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). Comply with the guidelines set forth by the FRA on Personal Blue Signal Protection of Workers;
• * Inspect equipment components for compliance with FRA, Association of American Railroads (AAR), APTA (American Public Transportation Association) and CVSR standards;
• * Diagnoses malfunctions in diesel engines, air equipment, trucks or other components to determine nature of problem and needed repair or replacement;
• * Perform emergency repairs to locomotives;
• * Replaces locomotive and diesel engine components including but not limited to wheels or trucks, traction motors, springs, couplers, draft gear assembly, gear cases, cylinder heads, air compressors, and turbo chargers;
• * Performs daily service of locomotive units: fuels, waters, lubricates and oils; wipes down and cleans unit/windows; checks supplies and drinking water;
• * Performs periodic and annual inspections and understands FRA regulations pertaining to inspections;
• * Maintain written and computer records for maintenance and repairs as required;
• * Give direction and share knowledge to part time seasonal mechanical staff;
• * Properly utilize equipment and tools consistently, accurately and safely:
  • o roll-overs;
  • o torque wrench;
  • o pipe threaders;
  • o tubing benders;
  • o cutting torches;
  • o electric and air operated hand tools;
  • o forklifts;
  • o overhead cranes;
  • o other mechanical equipment;
• * Work with little or no supervision consistently, accurately, and safely;
• * Follow written/scope of work instructions and or QWI's consistently, accurately, and safely;
• * Read schematics and blueprints and make needed repairs;
• * Keep work area clean and organized;
• * Complete and document jobs in a timely manner per requirements (QWIs, Travelers);
• * Read and interpret Blueprints;
• * Follow all safety policies and procedures, utilize all PPE.

• * Ability to align rotating equipment;
• * Ability to identify systems and conduct Air Test;
• * Utilize precision instruments and tooling.

• * Strength - Position requires lifting of 50lbs. Requires stamina and strength to work in tight and confined spaces while repairing locomotive or locomotive components;
• * Motion - Position requires standing majority of the day. Frequent walking, squatting, kneeling and climbing of steps and stairs;
• * Vision/Hearing Requirements - Position is exposed to high levels of noise and vibration from using tools. Position is exposed to cutting torches and welding operations. The use of proper PPE is required. The Position requires the ability to read QWI and schematics and understand instructions;
• * Work Environment - Position can be located inside or outside, dependent on situation. When inside, the employee is subject to temperature extremes in non-temperature-controlled environments. When outside employee is subject to…