Diesel and Equipment Mechanic I

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Job Posting

Job Description

Division/Department: Mechanical / Diesel shop

Job Title: Diesel and Equipment Mechanic I

Reports To: General Mechanical Foreman

Type of position: Hourly

Employee Classification: Full Time/Regular Classification

Location: Durango, CO

Pay: $20-25

Job Summary: The Diesel and Equipment Mechanic 1 primary role is to provide maintenance on the D&SNG fleet of diesel locomotives, heavy equipment and on track vehicles such as motor cars, tampers and speed swings. Candidates should be able to carry out a variety of maintenance and inspection tasks associated with industrial and railroad equipment. This position will be primarily based out of the Durango yard however; it may include periods of work at other locations on the railroad.

The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated individual with the ability to work both individually, and in a team environment. Candidates should possess a basic knowledge of diesel and gas engines as well as vehicle and equipment maintenance procedures. Preference will be given to candidates who possess a basic understanding of electrical and hydraulic systems and/or possess any trade skills such as welding or machining. This is an entry level position that will work with senior level mechanics in carrying out tasks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Perform routine maintenance, inspections and repairs on all necessary parts and components relating to diesel locomotives and on-track MOW equipment as required, including some railroad specific components, while working in a team environment.

- Perform routine maintenance, inspections and repairs to various equipment electrical systems.

- Perform routine repairs and diagnostics to Cummins, and Alco.

- Perform routine maintenance, inspections and repairs to equipment including: Case tractors, Cat forklift, Pettibone equipment, John Deere excavator and Grove carry deck crane.

- Carry out routine maintenance on Fairmont and Honda powered track cars, including wheels, brakes, drive trains and small engines.

- Perform all manner of repair work and troubleshooting to tamping and ballast regulator machinery.

- Complete all required FRA, OSHA, and Company documentation of work performed on locomotives and equipment including repair reports.

- Assemble/disassemble parts and components of diesel locomotives and other equipment.

- Perform basic locomotive servicing and daily inspections on equipment and diesel locomotives.

- Compliance with D&SNGRR procedures, safety and operating rules.

- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

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Education, Skill and Work Experience Requirements:

- Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal English.

- Previous relevant diesel and gas engine experience.

- Ability to troubleshoot, multi-task and think-on-your-feet.

- Ability to use all variety of shop tools.

- Welding, machining, or other trade skills a plus.

- Must have a valid drivers license.

- Must be able to pass D&SNG pre-employment and ongoing physical capabilities exams.

- Must have ability to operate heavy equipment such as loader, forklift, and tractor.

Work Conditions:

- Work primarily in a railroad shop environment with periods of outdoor work in all weather conditions.

- Full-time, minimum 40 hours per week schedule

- Extended periods of time walking, standing,

- Regular lifting in excess of 50 pounds.