Locomotive Mechanic
San Jose, CAOverview
Multi Family
San Jose, CA
21021
$40 - $50
Job Description
Location: San Jose, CA
Pay: $40-$50/hr DOE
Schedule: Full-Time
Job Description
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain locomotives and rail vehicle mechanical systems, including diesel engines, braking systems, powertrain components, and auxiliary equipment.
- Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
- Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical manuals to identify and resolve equipment issues.
- Conduct operational testing, commissioning, and performance checks to ensure locomotives meet safety and operational standards.
- Document maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and parts usage accurately and thoroughly.
- Follow all company, railroad, OSHA, and site-specific safety regulations and quality standards.
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and operations teams to troubleshoot failures and improve equipment reliability.
- Perform component removal, installation, and overhaul of locomotive systems as needed.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
Responsibilities
- Must be at least 18 years old and authorized to work in the United States.
- 3+ years of experience as a Locomotive Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Rail Equipment Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Industrial Maintenance Mechanic, or similar role.
- Experience working on locomotives, rail vehicles, diesel engines, railcar systems, heavy equipment, transportation fleets, industrial machinery, or other large mechanical systems.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting, diagnostic, and repair skills.
- Experience with diesel engines, braking systems, hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and power transmission systems.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and equipment inspection procedures.
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance standards.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced rail environment.
- Reliable transportation.
- Ability to lift, climb, bend, kneel, and work in and around large equipment and locomotives.
- Experience using diagnostic tools, hand tools, and power tools for equipment maintenance and repair.
- Rail or locomotive experience is preferred but not required for candidates with strong diesel and heavy equipment backgrounds.
- Rail, locomotive, or transit vehicle experience.
- Mechanical or diesel technical training/certification.
The hourly rate for this position is $40 - $50/hour. This range is a good-faith estimate based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, training, geographic location and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis unless a deadline is otherwise stated.
In addition to monetary compensation, we offer a competitive benefits package which includes 401k, medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D, short-term disability, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity. More information can be found by visiting flimp.live/TrueBlueAssociates. Other compensations include referral bonuses opportunities. Learn more at https://skilled.peopleready.com/referral/.
PeopleReady Skilled Trades is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law. We will get to know you and connect you with jobs that match your skills, experience and preferences. We work hard every single day to find jobs so each employee has opportunity and variety in their work.
TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands welcome and encourage applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact your Recruiter or Employee Relations at HR-Advice@trueblue.com or 1.800.610.8920. TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands will consult with all applicants who request disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs.
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