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Job SummaryInspect, service, repair and maintain diesel locomotivesPrimary Activities and ResponsibilitiesEnsure 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 componentsRivet, bolt, glue, braze or weld to fabricate, modify or design replacement parts for equipmentFabricate, cut, shape, and perform finish operations using various types of materialsPerform periodic service on locomotivesMove locomotivesMiscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by managerPay RateTraining Rate and/or Apprentice Rate - $35.38/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) $39.31/hour *as of 7/1/2023TrainingYou will attend paid training, which could be out of town. CSX will pay for travel and lodging as required by collective bargaining agreement.Minimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma/GED18 years of age or olderValid Driver's LicenseOne year mechanical work experience or trainingOne year experience reading and interpreting technical drawings or schematicsPreferred QualificationsTwo years diesel mechanic experienceCompletion of a mechanical vocational or trade school programPhysical RequirementsHeavy work, lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basisStoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climbExposure to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basisBasic CompetenciesVerbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications)Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)Mechanical aptitudeJob RequirementsWork safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuriesWear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe bootsWork hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift workComplete annual training and pass safety rules examinationsMust pass all required assessmentsMust pass a background screeningMust pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug testThis position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is req.
Minimum Salary: 35.38 Maximum Salary: 39.32 Salary Unit: Hourly