RAILROAD MECHANIC
Description
Great Pay! Great Benefits! Strong Teams! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our teams are the foundation of our success, and we're committed to providing the training, tools and support to do great work and go home safely at the end of each day. Join a team that looks out for one another and supports career growth from day one.
ROLE OVERVIEW
This position is responsible for performing all railroad maintenance.
Typical schedule is Monday - Friday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM with one Saturday per month during production season. Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM with one Saturday per month during maintenance season.
DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
- Inspect equipment components for compliance with FRA, Association of American Railroads (AAR) standards.
- Diagnoses malfunctions in diesel engines, air equipment, hydraulic systems other components to determine nature of problem and needed repair or replacement.
- Perform emergency repairs to locomotives and other railroad equipment.
- Replace locomotive and diesel engine components including but not limited to wheels or trucks, traction motors, springs, couplers, draft gear assembly, gear cases, cylinder heads, air compressors, and turbo chargers.
- Performs daily service of railroad units: fuels, waters, lubricates and oils; wipes down and cleans unit/windows; checks supplies and drinking water.
- Performs periodic and annual inspections and understands FRA regulations pertaining to inspections.
- Operate light and heavy cranes, forklifts, car moving equipment, and other various vehicles.
- Operate electrical and gas welding equipment to join a variety of metals and alloys; operate acetylene torches for cutting and/or shaping metal parts such as aluminum, cast iron, steel.
- Maintain written and computer records for maintenance and repairs as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITITES
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Able to work independently and under time constraints.
- Knowledge of FRA regulations, safety standards, and railroad operating rules
- In‑depth knowledge of railroad mechanical systems, including locomotives, railcars, braking systems (air and hand brakes), couplers, running gear, and power transmission systems
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Prior diesel experience a plus.
- Valid driver’s license. CDL Class B required, Class A is desirable
- Employee must have knowledge of heavy equipment, hand tools, and safety equipment.
- Employee must have knowledge of EMD railroad locomotives.
BENEFITS:
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Sick Time
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Years of Service Recognition
- Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
- Critical Illness Plan
- Accident Coverage Plan
- Hospital Indemnity
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal laws.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
All applications are submitted online. If you are having issues completing the application, please come to the office for assistance.