Rail Vehicle Mechanic

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Two (2) years of experience performing skilled mechanical work including inspection, diagnoses, maintenance and repair of light/heavy equipment
• OR an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties as those listed below
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays, overtime and odd and unusual hours; may be called in on day-off or respond to emergencies

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with rail vehicles and equipment, heavy-duty truck repair and maintenance or automotive technology
• HVAC Certification

Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

Shift Differential Pay (evening and night)
Position requires the incumbent to successfully qualify to operate Rail Vehicles
Ability to successfully pass Rail Vehicle Operator Safety Training

Medical Examination:
Employment for safety-sensitive positions is contingent on passing a physical examination

Background Investigation:
Employment is contingent upon the results of a background check and drug screen

Licenses and Certifications:
Valid Arizona Driver's License

• This position supports a 24 hour/7 day week rail operation; works rotating shifts, on continuous seven-day work cycle; may work overtime or be called back into work due to an emergency.
• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality.
• Performs safety and preventive maintenance inspections on rail vehicles and related equipment.
• Inspects, diagnoses and repairs a variety of systems and subsystems associated with rail vehicles.
• Reads and interprets basic electrical and pneumatic schematics to troubleshoot issues relating to the rail vehicles.
• Performs basic repairs to electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic components.
• Inspects, repairs and tests malfunctions to restore rail vehicles to service condition.
• Responds to off-site emergencies.
• Uses and operates variety of shop equipment and other tools for the maintenance and repair of rail vehicles.
• Complies with all safety policies and procedures, attends safety training and participates in on-going training, practices safe work processes and contributes to the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment for self and others.
• Documents and records work performed, parts, and materials used.
• Demonstrates continuous efforts to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes and work cooperatively.
• Assists in cross training others.
• Cleans shop and equipment as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Knowledge of:

• Operations, services, and activities of a rail vehicle maintenance and repair program.
• Current methods, equipment, tools and materials used in the inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of rail vehicles and equipment.
• Methods and techniques of performing preventive maintenance including diagnostic troubleshooting, repairing rail vehicles and systems.
• Principles of mechanical and electrical theory.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Basic knowledge of computers and principles of computer operation.

Skills in:

• Performing a variety of mechanic work in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing rail vehicles and systems.
• Reading and interpreting blue prints, maintenance manuals, schematics, and specifications.
• Use and care of testing equipment, power tools and hand tools of the trade.
• Understanding and following oral and written direction.
• Accurately diagnosing mechanical and electrical repair needs.
• Performing safety inspections and identifying safety hazards.
• Preparing repair and maintenance records.
• Interpreting and using all types of operating and repair manuals.