Railroad Operations Fireman; part time

20900 Oakwood Blvd, Dearborn, Michigan, United States of America

The Railroad Operations team is hiring a part-time Fireman. This position is responsible for the safe operation, firing and monitoring of boilers on historical locomotives and associated machinery in a manner that ensures the safety of self, crew, passengers and equipment. (7 Months April – October) During non-operational season assists with the maintenance and preservation of the locomotives or other assigned artifacts or machinery.

(5 Months November – March)

Reports to Manager of Railroad Operations.

• The safe operation of high‑pressure boilers, artifacts and machinery in accordance with specified state codes and established policies and procedures. Maintains the appropriate water level and steam pressure during daily operation of the locomotive.
• Responsible for operational status which includes starting fire, loading coal, filling tender with water, cleaning boiler tubes and ash pans, and adding boiler treatment chemicals.
• Perform basic maintenance and inspection activities to ensure that artifacts are maintained in safe condition. This includes the inspection and/or testing of firebox, injectors, air‑compressors. Reports any mechanical or logistical problems to Railroad Operations Leadership.
• Maintains the cab and boiler areas in clean and uncluttered condition paying close attention to potential safety hazards.
• Maintains constant watch for pedestrians and vehicular traffic at public grade crossings. Is responsible for relaying grade crossings and automatic block signals to the engineer following established guidelines and safety precautions.
• Works with Engineer to insure the safe, timely and courteous operation of the assigned locomotive. Assists the engineer as directed.
• Acts as a team player and provides expertise within the team and with other teams as appropriate.

• 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude

Must be able to pass examinations covering:
City of Dearborn High Pressure Boiler Operators License; GVRR Railroad Safety Class / test; GVRR Railroad Signals Class / test; GVRR Locomotive Fireman’s Exam;
Injector Test.

Shop environment as well as outdoors in all weather. This is a physical position that will require constant standing, stooping, handling and grasping, as well as frequent lifting and occasional carrying, pushing, and pulling.