Locomotive Tech 1

• Annual bonus eligibility
• Total of 17 paid vacations days for full calendar year
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick time
• Full medical, dental, and vision benefits starting day 1
• Company paid pension plan
• 401(K) with employer match
• Annual increase eligibility
• Monthly cell phone stipend

 

The Locomotive Technician 1 assists other Locomotive Technicians in the maintenance, repair and inspection of GATX-owned locomotives. Ensures that all necessary work order information is complete in order to facilitate correct and timely customer billing. Must understand and follow GATX and industry safety rules, practices, and procedures. Must demonstrate good teamwork skills and knowledge of FRA regulations.

 

The Locomotive Technician 1 partners with the manager and other site personnel to ensure certifications, customer suitability requirements and other job requirements remain current. Works toward obtaining the skills necessary to advance to Locomotive Technician 2.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license required; commercial driver’s license preferred.
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), or the ability to obtain, required.
• Ability to pass a DOT mandated physical required.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, in English required.
• Broad mechanical and electrical aptitude required.
• Ability to perform routine and scheduled maintenance on locomotives required, preferably with diesel engine repair experience.
• Basic welding skills required.
• Ability and willingness to learn basic electrical circuitry and operate electrical testing equipment required.
• Ability and willingness to learn and adhere to FRA rules and regulations, GATX Rail Policies, Safety and Quality procedures and other training provided by company.
• Ability and willingness to learn or background in locomotive inspection and repair, and the ability to progress to the Locomotive Technician 2 position required.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, required.
• Ability and willingness to meet all customer suitability requirements required.
• Sensitivity to customer demands and be flexible in work hours, including weekends, required

• Must be able to travel within 150 to 400 miles of the work location, as neccesary.
• Overnight travel may be required at up to 50% of your work.
• Must be able to work on call hours.
• Must be able to work both Monday – Friday and Tuesday – Saturday schedules.
• Must be able to lift up to 90 pounds.
• Must be able to stoop, climb ladders and safely perform work tasks.
• Must work in all types of weather conditions.

 

This posting will remain open until the role is filled.

As of the post date, the salary range for this position is:

This role may be eligible to participate in the Company’s short-term incentive plan, the details of which will be provided to the applicant upon hire.