Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Non-Exempt
Company Overview:
Queen City Railroad Construction, Inc operates as a railroad construction contractor for building and repairing railroad tracks primarily in the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Southern regions of the United States.
General Overview
A skilled mechanic will assemble, maintain, and repair vehicles and heavy equipment to support railroad construction projects. The mechanic will be responsible for ensuring functionality and reliability of vehicles, equipment, and mechanical systems. The mechanic must have manual dexterity and great attention to detail. They must be able to work with various vehicles, railroad equipment, and tools as well as follow all safety precautions.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This role does not have any supervisory responsibilities.
Responsibilities:
Supports railroad construction projects by accurately preventing, diagnosing, and repairing vehicles, heavy, light duty and construction equipment
Provide routine inspections of vehicles and construction equipment
Perform basic maintenance filters, fluids, lights, tires, cylinders, etc.
Communicate equipment needs for ordering parts and service scheduling
Troubleshoot reported problems and resolve them in a timely manner
Keep an accurate log of all work performed
Maintain and clean shop equipment and tools to ensure they are kept in a safe and usable condition at all times
Ensure working conditions are safe and that proper PPE is being used as job duties required
Adhere to company work safety policies
Other duties as assigned
Travel up to 3 weeks at a time is necessary
Minimum Requirements:
Proven experience as a mechanic
Prior railroad experience a plus
Good working knowledge of all machine systems, including diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, mechanical and fluid power transmission systems and processes typically used to repair and maintain
Aptitude in using various hand tools and precision measurement tools
Ability to follow established procedures and practices, read instruction, manuals including hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical drawings
Very good communication skills
Problem solving abilities
Very good physical strength and stamina
Ability to carry out repairs in various climate conditions
Must pass background check and drug test
Specialized/Technical Knowledge/Education/Experience:
Prefer previous construction experience and/or mechanical aptitude
Safety conscious with high regard for other employees working with or near equipment
Must be a team player and willing to learn all phases of the position.
Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:
Able to perform duties outside in multiple environments including but not limited to heat and humidity, rain, snow, and ice
Frequent walking on uneven surfaces
Standing for extended periods of time
Lift/carry or push/pull equipment and other objects weighing up to 75 pounds
Must be able to bend, stoop and kneel for extended periods of time
Benefits (begin 1st of full month 60 days after start date):
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Company paid life insurance
Voluntary life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability
Health Savings Account
Paid time off
Work boot and safety glasses allowance
Paid holidays
401K Retirement Savings Plan – longer waiting period – see HR for details