Quick Summary
Comply with all federal, state, and other applicable railroad safety and operational regulations Follow instructions when working with a certified trainer, mentor,
Full-time (40 plus hours weekly) Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends,
What We Offer
~1 min readAre you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) team — part of a legacy that is over 125 years old. With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we provide transportation and logistics services to more than 2,000 customers.
At G&W, we live by our Core Values: Safety, Service, Integrity, Respect, Transparency, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and paid training to help you succeed. Check out some of our great benefits below:
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Comply with all federal, state, and other applicable railroad safety and operational regulations
- →Follow instructions when working with a certified trainer, mentor, or supervisor
- →Perform daily inspections, servicing, and maintenance on diesel-electric locomotives
- →Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in diesel engines, air equipment, trucks, or other components; repair or replace as necessary
- →Perform locomotive car-body repairs as necessary, including performing metal fabrication and welding
- →Operate forklifts, light cranes, power tools, and hydraulic tools while working outside in all weather conditions, in confined spaces, and/or at elevated heights
- →Keep accurate records and reports in compliance with FRA regulations and company policy
- →Collaborate with others on repair strategies and project planning
- →Interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, and repair instructions
Requirements
~2 min read- Full-time (40 plus hours weekly)
- Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call as needed
- Outdoor work in all weather conditions
- Walking on uneven surfaces and climbing ladders and equipment always ensuring three points of contact in varying environmental conditions
- Working at elevated heights of 18 feet or greater while adhering to fall protection safety guidelines
- Frequent lifting of equipment and tools that could be up to 75 pounds
- Must be able to stoop, kneel, squat and twist as necessary while working on equipment
- Travel may be required and vary based on operational needs
- 2 years of relevant work experience as a heavy mechanic is a plus
- 4-year journeyman locomotive machinist / mechanic is a plus
- Knowledge of FRA regulations pertaining to locomotive maintenance and inspection is a plus
- Knowledge of railroad environmental requirements a plus
- Locomotive Servicing Engineer certification is a plus depending on location
- Welding certification is a plus
- Basic computer skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate via radio or in person
- Pre-employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review
- May be subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing including pre-employment drug screening
- Background screening including criminal and motor vehicle driving history
- High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience
- Valid driver’s license
- At least 18 years of age
Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- Posted
- September 18, 2026
- First seen
- September 27, 2026
- Last seen
- October 8, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 11
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 24%
- Scored at
- October 8, 2026
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