Locomotive Technician

Job Title: Locomotive Mechanical Laborer

Department: Motive Power

Division: Northern Plains Railroad Reports to: Manager Motive Power

Job Status: Full Time

Schedule: Varies. M-F and may include holidays and/or weekends. 07:00-16:00 with additional hours as necessary.

Travel: may also be required as needed 30%

Pay: $27-$31/hr BOE

Summary:

The Northern Plains Railroad, Inc. (NPR) d.b.a. Northern Plains Rail Services (NPRS) and other affiliated companies Locomotive Mechanical Laborer position repairs and maintains diesel engines used to power railroad trains, using hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and machine tools: Diagnoses trouble, disassembles engines, and examines parts for defects and excessive wear. Reconditions and replaces parts, such as pistons, bearings, gears, valves, and bushings, using engine lathes, boring machines, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments. May weld and cut parts, using arc-welding and flame cutting equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities are, but are not limited to:

•Perform servicing and clean-up of locomotives and work areas.

•Assist in fueling.

•Assist in various tasks, such as the removal and installation of diesel engine components, electrical components, and air brake parts.

•Assist in the performance of periodic inspections and filter changes, remove and install brake shoes and adjust brake piston travel according to company and federal standards.

•Supply sand to locomotive during servicing with forklift or crane truck.

•Supply locomotives with all necessary materials (drinking water, spare parts, etc.) with forklift or crane truck.

•Clean interiors and exteriors of locomotives.

•Spray engine parts with solvents to remove oil and grease.

•Scrape engine car body to remove grease and sludge on top of body.

•Inspect for unusual sounds, vibrations, smells, and small changes in the appearance of materials or objects.

•Clean assigned shop and service areas.

•Sweep floors and walkways.

•Empty trash.

•Clean parts and residue off floors.

•Clean engine service pits.

•Operate locomotives between various shop locations, service tracks, and switching areas; as hostler attendant line switches and operate derails.

•Perform air brake tests.

•Safely and effectively operate the following: round house turntable operated from control panel, high pressure steam cleaning equipment, specialized equipment such as locomotive cranes, sand cranes, and auto trucks, and track switches.

•Other duties as assigned by manager.

Competencies:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

•Strong mechanical background.

•Understand and follow company and industry safety rules, practices, and procedures.

•Must wear prescribed safety apparel.

•Take appropriate action when conditions threaten safety or self or coworkers.

•Ensure equipment and work area are in safe operating condition before starting work.

•Possess oral communication skills, organizational and interpersonal skills, and creativity.

•Problem solving and analytical ability.

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the physical demands listed below:

•The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform on uneven or slippery surfaces, platforms, ladders, equipment in all weather and temperature conditions. Most of the day could be spent on feet standing. Eye/hand coordination, hand/feet dexterity and grasping hand tools, materials & equipment is required. The employee is frequently required to perform manual labor & physical activities that require considerable use of the whole body, such as standing and lifting from various levels.

•Additional physical demands are listed in the chart below.

•May require travel to various facilities and provide additional services.

Environmental:

•Continuous: Works inside & outside, exposure to noise, chemicals, stand on concrete, works with others, concentration & perception. Eye/hand coordination, feet-foot pedals, dexterity with fingering-picking, pinching, using a calculator, handling-holding & grasping, wrist motion-repetitive flexion/rotation.

•Frequent: Exposure to electrical hazards, works in cramped quarters, dust & smoke, fumes, odors, grease & oil, works in hot/cold temperatures, vibration, works alone, works with moving machinery, working with interruptions.

•Occasional: Walk on uneven or slippery surface, works in wet conditions.

•Rare: Travel, on-call, exposure to toxic materials, shift work, written communications, money handling, calculating.

Education and Training:

•GED or higher.

•Have at least 6 months’ experience working on diesel engines.

•Valid driver’s license.

•Must have and maintain an insurable driving status which includes but is not limited to NPR driver provisions.

Requirements of Joining Our Team:

Our comprehensive pre-employment process ensures the well-being and integrity of our team. To join our organization, candidates are required to:

1. Pass a mandatory drug test to maintain a drug-free workplace. Random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing may also be required throughout employment.

2. Undergo a thorough physical examination to ensure the requirements of the position can be met.

3. Provide professional references to validate qualifications and character.

4. Complete a comprehensive background check to confirm suitability for the position.

We value transparency and the safety of our employees and customers, and these steps are essential in upholding our commitment to excellence.

LIFT 2 - Physical Demands Checklist

* Never (N) = Not at all * Rarely (R) = 1-5% * Occasionally (O) = 6-33% * Frequently (F) = 34-66% * Continuously (C) = 67-100%

TASKS

N 0%

R 1-5%

O

6-33%

F

34-66%

C 67-100%

Essential

Comments

Sitting

X

Standing

X

X

WalkingDistance:600ft

X

X

Bending/Stooping:2min

X

X

Sittingwhiletwisting& reachingaboveshoulderlevel

X

X

Crawling10ft

X

Squatting:10reps

X

X

TASKS continued

N 0%

R 1-5%

O 6-33%

F 34-66%

C 67-100%

Essential

Comments

ClimbingStairs:YMCAStepTest