Job Summary
Inspect, service, repair and maintain diesel locomotives

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot and repair malfunctions in diesel engines, air brake equipment, running gear or locomotive components
Rivet, bolt, glue, braze or weld to fabricate, modify or design replacement parts for equipment
Fabricate, cut, shape, and perform finish operations using various types of materials
Perform periodic service on locomotives
Move locomotivesMiscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager

Pay Rate

Training Rate and/or Apprentice Rate - $36.97/hour Apprentice (1st 345 work days from start date at work location) - 90% of journeyman rate Apprentice (2nd 345 work days from start date at work location) - 95 % of journeyman rate Full Journeyman Rate (upon reporting to location) $41.08/hour *as of 7/1/2024

Training
You will attend paid training, which could be out of town. CSX will pay for travel and lodging as required by collective bargaining agreement.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED
18 years of age or older
Valid Driver's License
One year mechanical work experience or training
One year experience reading and interpreting technical drawings or schematics

Preferred Qualifications

Two years diesel mechanic experience
Completion of a mechanical vocational or trade school program

Physical Requirements

Heavy work, lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis
Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb
Exposure to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basis

Basic Competencies

Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications)
Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)Mechanical aptitude

Job Requirements

Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe boots
Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations
Must pass all required assessments
Must pass a background screening
Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test
This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is req.

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