Locomotive Mechanic - Selkirk, NY - CSX Intermodal : Job Details

Job SummaryInspect, service, repair and maintain diesel locomotivesPrimary Activities and Responsibilities* Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)* Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot and repair malfunctions in diesel engines, air brake equipment, running gear or locomotive components* Rivet, bolt, glue, braze or weld to fabricate, modify or design replacement parts for equipment* Fabricate, cut, shape, and perform finish operations using various types of materials* Perform periodic service on locomotives* Move locomotives* Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by managerPay RateTraining Rate and/or Apprentice Rate - $36.97/hour Apprentice (1st 345 work days from start date at work location) - 90% of journeyman rate Apprentice (2nd 345 work days from start date at work location) - 95 % of journeyman rate Full Journeyman Rate (upon reporting to location) $41.08/hour *as of 7/1/2024TrainingYou will attend paid training, which could be out of town. CSX will pay for travel and lodging as required by collective bargaining agreement.Minimum Qualifications* High School Diploma/GED* 18 years of age or older* Valid Driver's License* One year mechanical work experience or training* One year experience reading and interpreting technical drawings or schematicsPreferred Qualifications* Two years diesel mechanic experience* Completion of a mechanical vocational or trade school programPhysical Requirements* Heavy work, lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis* Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb* Exposure to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basisBasic Competencies* Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications)* Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)* Mechanical aptitudeJob Requirements* Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries* Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe boots* Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work* Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations* Must pass all required assessments* Must pass a background screening* Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test* This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is req.