Locomotive Mechanic- Regional Traveling- Kershaw, SC/ Southport, NC area

Powerhouse

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

**This is a traveling position and will require the employee to travel 95% of the time. This position is responsible for maintaining fleet of locomotives to ensure the company’s ability to serve the customer and provide reliable equipment for employees throughout the region and is based out of the Southport, NC and Kershaw, SC area . Tools and company truck are provided by the company.***

All Skill Levels are encouraged to apply. We will provide training for the individual selected for the job.

No certifications required, but this is taken into consideration for applicants starting wage.

The Role:

This position is responsible for maintaining fleet of locomotives to ensure the company’s ability to serve the customer and provide reliable equipment for employees.

Pay: $20.00-$30.00 per hour depending on experience

Why Join Our Team?

We take pride in offering our employees rich benefits packages. We appreciate hard-working and passionate individuals which is why we offer...

• Medical, dental, vision
• Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance
• Company-paid sickness and accident income
• 401k matching
• Annual safety shoe reimbursement
• Prescription safety wear
• Holiday pay
• Vacation
• Marmon employee discount program

Who we Are

Powerhouse is a premier provider of locomotive repair and air brake component services, committed to delivering exceptional quality, safety, and reliability to our industry partners. With over 150 years of combined experience from railroads, OEMs, and repair facilities, our team brings unmatched expertise and dedication to every project. We take pride in being at the forefront of innovation in rail technology, offering strategic, customer-focused solutions that keep freight moving and operations efficient.

Why Work at Powerhouse
At Powerhouse, we believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer:

• Competitive Benefits – Our employees enjoy some of the best workplace benefits in the industry, supported by the strength and resources of Marmon Holdings, Inc.

• Flexible Schedules – We recognize the importance of work-life balance and strive to accommodate the needs of our team while maintaining top-tier service for our customers.

• Job Stability – With decades of experience and a strong foothold in the rail industry, our employees can count on long-term, stable careers.

• Strong Company Culture – We foster a collaborative, team-driven environment where every employee’s contribution is valued and celebrated.

• Career Growth – Whether you're starting out or ready to take the next step, we provide ongoing opportunities for advancement and development.

• Industry Leadership – As part of the Marmon Rail network, Powerhouse is leading the way in modern rail solutions. Be a part of something impactful—join Powerhouse today.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs scheduled and emergency maintenance on all company locomotives in a cost effective manner (including Gen-Set, SW and GP).
• Communicating with the customer about current maintenance statuses, future projects, and any issues.
• Troubleshoots and fixes mechanical and electrical problems.
• Maintain proper records (preventative maintenance sheets, invoices, shipping documents, expense reports).
• Handle environmental issues in appropriate manner (e.g. proper disposal of filter oil, diesel fuel or other materials.
• Comply with company safety policies and procedures; must wear required personal protective equipment.
• Conducts periodic safety assessments on equipment according to a frequency determined by the Corporate Safety Department.
• Suggests and /or implements administrative or engineering controls to abate or minimize safety hazards. Implementation will require appropriate approvals.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE (We encourage you to apply if you have a proven track record of mechanical experience! We are willing to train the right individuals)

• Associate’s degree or equivalent from two –year college or technical school preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have deep mechanical experience, electrical experience preferred.
• Must have valid Driver’s license.
• Must be able to operate cutting torch and electrical welder.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with the typical problems that occur in rail car switching.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move heavy weights. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and may be required to work nights, holidays, and weekends. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.