Job Description

Inspect, service, repair and maintain diesel locomotives.

Primary Responsibilities

Perform daily and periodic inspections, servicing, and maintenance on diesel-electric locomotives, including but not limited to performing scheduled and preventative maintenance as determined by company policy and federal regulation.
Fueling, checking, and changing oil and liquid levels; changing filters for engine air, air compressor, fuel, and lube oil.
Replacing and maintaining engine components, traction motors, generators, air compressors, wheels, and truck components.
Troubleshoot and diagnose diesel engine malfunctions and make required repairs.
Performs disassembly, repair, replacement, rebuild, re-assembly, installation, adjustment, alignment, and lubrication activities on mechanical equipment.

Job Requirements

Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
Wear protective equipment such as hearing protection, safety-toe boots, or safety glasses
Complete annual training and pass safety rules examination
May require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol
Must pass all required assessments
Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug screen 
This position is governed by a union agreement and membership is required

Additional Information

Skills and Abilities

Mechanical aptitude.
Communication skills.
Decision Making.
Problem solving and troubleshooting.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age.
Valid driver’s license.
High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
Preferred Qualifications:
One-year mechanical experience
One year experience reading and interpreting technical drawings or schematics
Two years diesel mechanic experience
Completion of a mechanical vocational or trade school program 
Veterans and transitioning service members are encouraged to apply. Military roles that often transition well to this position (but not limited to): 2T331, MR, MK, 2161, 91H, 44E are encouraged to apply. 

Training

Travel for paid training to McDonough, GA. Locomotive Diesel Engine Mechanics will complete 1 week of Mechanical Safety Orientation and 6 weeks of craft specific training. Norfolk Southern will reimburse travel and pay for lodging as required per union agreement. 
 

Compensation Data

Rate of Pay

1st 40 Working Days: $18.87 (50% of Full Rate)         
Next 204 Working Days: $28.30 (75% of Full Rate)    
Next 244 Working Days: $30.19 (80% of Full Rate)    
After 2 Years/488 Working Days: $37.74 (100 of Full Rate – Journeyman) 

Medical Benefits

Company Benefits - Eligible 1st day of second month after hire (during training)
80/20 plan for employee, spouse, and eligible dependents
Union Benefits 
Medical (Managed or 85/15 Plan)
$20K Life Insurance
401 (K) First Day of Employment
After 1st year of service: Eligible for Dental / Vision

Work Conditions

Working hours will include shift work over all 3 shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Shifts are assigned/awarded by seniority. The work environment is a shop and outdoor work.