Locomotive Technician | Diesel Mechanic | Heavy Equipment Mechanic

• Annual bonus eligibility
• Total of 17 paid vacations days for full calendar year 
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick time
• Full medical, dental, and vision benefits starting day 1 
• Company paid pension plan
• 401(K) with employer match
• Annual increase eligibility  
• Monthly cell phone stipend

 

The Locomotive Technician 1 assists other Locomotive Technicians in the maintenance, repair and inspection of GATX-owned locomotives. Ensures that all necessary work order information is complete in order to facilitate correct and timely customer billing. Must understand and follow GATX and industry safety rules, practices, and procedures. Must demonstrate good teamwork skills and knowledge of FRA regulations.

 

The Locomotive Technician 1 partners with the manager and other site personnel to ensure certifications, customer suitability requirements and other job requirements remain current. Works toward obtaining the skills necessary to advance to Locomotive Technician 2.

• →Supportive of a respectful and inclusive work environment
• →Effective Interpersonal and Communication Skills
• →Results Driven and Self-Starter
• →Ability to problem-solve and use sound judgment required
• →Detail Oriented
• →Planning and Organization Skills
• →Customer service Skills and Focus
• →Team Player  
• →Decision-making Ability

• Must be able to travel within 150 to 400 miles of the work location, as necessary.
• Must be able to work on call hours.
• Must be able to work both Monday – Friday and Tuesday – Saturday schedules.
• Occasional overnight stays away from home required.
• Must be able to lift up to 90 pounds.
• Must be able to stoop, climb ladders and safely perform work tasks.
• Must work in all types of weather conditions.

 

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

This posting will remain open until the role is filled.

As of the post date, the salary range for this position is:

USD $43,500.00/Yr.

USD $56,375.00/Yr.

This role may be eligible to participate in the Company’s short-term incentive plan, the details of which will be provided to the applicant upon hire.

This range is a reasonable estimate and takes into account several factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including, but not limited to, geographic location, skill set, experience, education, training, internal equity, and other business needs.