Locomotive Field Service Technician

## Locomotive Field Service Technician Apply locations:
Silverdale, Washington (Bangor) time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
R0007202
** Locomotive Field Service Technician
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* Location:

** Silverdale, Washington (Bangor)
** Type:
** Non-Exempt
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* Work Schedule:

** Full-Time
** Compensation:**$57.69-$57.69
** Benefits:
** Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.
** Full-Time benefits of an Accounting Clerk at Tessera include:
*** Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance* $11.41/hour Health and Welfare Benefit
* Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
* 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
* Potential shared earning bonus
* Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
* Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
* Verizon wireless discount
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Tessera is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment for our employees.

Tessera is seeking an experienced Locomotive Field Service Technician. The Locomotive Field Service Technician is responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining diesel-electric locomotives and related rail equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation, while maintaining compliance with all applicable Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations and company safety standards.
** Typical duties include but are not limited to:
*** Perform daily, periodic, annual, and biennial locomotive inspections in accordance with FRA 49 CFR Part 229 Subpart

B.
* Conduct preventive maintenance, servicing, and functional testing of diesel locomotives.
* Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic system failures.
* Repair or replace major locomotive components, including diesel engines, power assemblies, air brake systems, traction motors, generators, trucks, wheels, and axles.
* Perform air brake testing and calibration in compliance with FRA requirements.
* Inspect locomotives for oil, fuel, air, and coolant leaks, as well as structural defects.
* Maintain compliance with FRA safety standards for brake systems, electrical systems, and mechanical components.
* Ensure defective locomotives are repaired prior to service or handled according to FRA non-compliance procedures.
* Complete and maintain required inspection reports and maintenance records, including defect documentation and corrective actions.
* Maintain inspection and maintenance documentation in accordance with required retention periods.
* Ensure all work complies with 49 CFR Part 229 and Part 230 locomotive safety and maintenance standards.
* Support FRA audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance reviews.
* Assist with railroad track inspections in accordance with 49 CFR Part 213 Track Safety Standards.
* Identify and document rail defects, track geometry issues, and deficiencies involving ties, ballast, and fasteners.
* Perform or assist with minor track maintenance and repairs, including rail fastening, joint tightening, tie replacement, and ballast stabilization.
* Support Continuous Welded Rail (CWR) inspection and maintenance compliance requirements.
* Assist with corrective actions for unsafe track conditions requiring remedial action.
* Operate cranes, forklifts, jacks, hoists, rail maintenance tools, and diagnostic equipment.
* Support locomotive movement, switching operations, and service preparation activities.
* Perform field repairs and respond to emergency maintenance situations as required.
* Adhere to FRA safety regulations, OSHA…