About this opportunity
Sierra Railroad Company lists this Railroad Heavy Equipment Mechanic opportunity in oakdale, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Interviews if selected will be held on 10/28/26 varied times.
Are you ready to apply Make sure you understand all the responsibilities and tasks associated with this role before proceeding.
Pay: $27.00 - $34.00 per hour
Job description:
POSITION SUMMARY:
Assist Sierra Northern Railway Mechanical Department in maintaining all fleet vehicles, equipment, and locomotives that are used in the day-to-day operation of the railroad.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Determines vehicle/equipment condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.
Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules and inspections.
Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.
Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives, adjusting controls and systems.
Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting as needed.
Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.
Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
Contains costs by using warranty, evaluating service and parts options.
Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
Though most work will happen at the shop facility, there will be times where field inspections and repairs will need to occur. This position will be expected to work in all weather conditions.
Other duties as required.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING
High school diploma or GED with one to three years of related technical experience/training; or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training required.
ASE Certification(s) (preferred; but not required)
A minimum of 5+ years hands-on experience and advanced knowledge of diesel/gas engines.
Valid Driver’s license and reliable transportation to and from work.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability to perform inspections/diagnostics and most repairs without supervision.
Computer proficiency.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions
Ability to crawl and access equipment and vehicles to inspect, diagnose and repair on them
Ability to stand for extended periods
Capable of managing a fast-paced environment
Repetitive wrist and hand movements
Ability to use power tools and access all areas of equipment and trucks to inspect and repair.
Lifting and moving of parts and equipment up to 50 lbs.
Ability to climb up onto Locomotives, trailers and equipment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Right to Revise:
This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive and the school reserves the right to revise this job description as necessary without advance notice.
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. xhmxlyz Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer without notice.
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Tools provided
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Worksite address
oakdale, CA, 95361, US
Who can apply
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