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Mobile Diesel Mechanic - Locomotives

Metro East Industries, Inc. -
Burlington, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
$28 - $38 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Diesel engine system repair
Teamwork
Specialized industrial tools
Moving
Forklift
Ladder use
High school diploma or GED
Machining tools
Bridge crane operation
Attention to detail
Precision measurement in machining
Lifts and hoists
Pneumatic systems
Power tools
Hand tools
Engine maintenance
Diesel engine repair
Respirator

Full Job Description

METRO EAST INDUSTRIES, INC.

DIESEL LOCOMOTIVE MECHANIC - Burlington, IA (region)

Job Functions:

Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, rebuild, install, and maintain various mechanical components for locomotives (such as fuel and water pumps, control valves, governors, distributors, and windshield wiper motors using mechanics hand tools)
Safely set up, operate, adjust and qualify mechanical devices in operation including grinders, control instruments, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts.
Dismantle devices to gain access to and remove defective parts, using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools.
Torque crab nuts, head nuts, basket bolts, exhaust stacks, and rocker arm nuts.
Time all injectors and valves, sets racks, and verifies pointers.
Check turbo, idler backlash, and AR-10 bearings.
Dress locomotive cabs, such as removing and re-installing subflooring, seats, and liners.
Operate overhead cranes, truck cranes, forklifts, and cutting tools as needed in a safe manner.
Diagnose, repair, and maintain equipment as required.
Handle, store, and dispose of waste materials in compliance with statutory regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Ability to lift to 82 lbs. with or without assistance.
Regular standing, walking, grasping, stooping, bending, kneeling, and squatting for extended periods of time.
Regular ascending/descending stairs, ladders. Enter/exit locomotives, Work on ladders and scaffoldings with use of hand tools. Carry or hold parts.
Ability to perform work on uneven surfaces, elevated surfaces, and from various heights, including making inspections and repairs on top of locomotives.
Ability to perform work in conditions that include loud noises, various temperatures (hot and cold environments), fumes, dust, and on and around heavy moving machinery.
Ability to crawl and perform work in tight spaces with use of hand tools and carrying or holding parts.
Wear personal protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses and steel toe boots.
Ability to operate tools and equipment such as hand tools, measuring instruments, overhead crane, and forklift.
Ability to use arms and hands to perform activities involving carrying, holding, grasping, twisting/turning, and pushing/pulling and reaching above shoulder level.

Requirements:

Prefer High School Education or GED
Mechanical aptitude
Read precision instruments and gauges
Capable use of hand and power tools, including pneumatic tools
Work around and operate overhead cranes and mobile equipment
Work from heights over 6”
Work on varied surfaces (concrete floors, gravel, rail car floors)
Constant standing, walking
Medically qualified for respirator use
Frequent bending, crouching, stooping, kneeling, squatting, overhead reaching, climbing ladders
Frequent work below waist level and above shoulder level

Preferred Qualifications

Diesel mechanical knowledge preferred.
Thorough knowledge of (or ability to quickly learn) O.E.M. maintenance instructions and procedures and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) rules.
Able to read and understand safety and environmental rules, technical manuals, work reports, specifications, schematics, and drawings.
Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines.
Ability to work overtime to support production demands.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28-$38 per hour depending on skill level

Benefits:

401(k) program w/ company match
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Vacation and holiday pay available

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Overtime available

Company's website:

www.metroeastinc.com

About MEI:

Founded in 1990 by the Ortyl family, MEI initially entered the industry with railcar repair service for railroads, leasing companies and private shippers. Our capability was expanded in 1995 by adding a Locomotive Division that provided repair services, both in the shop and in the field, This expansion allowed Metro East Industries to offer an even broader spectrum of services to Class 1 railroads, short line railroads, leasing companies, OEM's and industrial accounts.

As the business progressed, Metro East Industries has continuously upgraded its facilities. Occupying 100 acres in East Saint Louis/Alorton, Illinois, this industry leader has consistently added to and upgraded its two railcar repair shops, its two blasting, painting and lining shops, its locomotive shop, locomotive paint shop and scrapping/reclamation area, along with railcar and locomotive storage yards. Our facility footprint now encompasses over 500,000 square feet of floor space and 30 miles of internal track footage.

After more than 30 years in business, the team has grown to 450 experienced employees, and we are confident our team is the best in the industry. The average employee has 17 years of experience, and we strive to protect each and every one of them. Our safety program involves total employee participation and has kept our team out of harm's way.

Now a third generation family business, we are committed to serving our customers and our employees. We are confident you will find our values of teamwork, efficiency and top notch customer service present in every aspect of our business.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Experience:

Locomotive Repair: 1 year (Preferred)
Diesel engine repair: 1 year (Required)

Willingness to travel:

75% (Required)

Work Location: On the road

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