Locomotive Tech 3

Overview:

Position Purpose:  The Locomotive Technician 3 leads crews in performing all aspects of maintenance, repair, and inspection of GATX-owned locomotives. Serves as the lead heavy repair or advanced electrical technician. Trains other Locomotive Technicians on advanced level skills.

The main purpose is to provide safe, quality and efficient maintenance and repairs to the GATX-owned locomotives and to share information with the customers to help them become more self-sufficient with the daily maintenance and repair of the locomotives. Ensures that all necessary invoicing, inspection, and work order information is complete in order to facilitate correct and timely customer billing. Must understand and follow GATX and industry safety rules, practices, and procedures. Must demonstrate good teamwork skills and knowledge of FRA regulations.

Responsibilities:

Key Activities 

1. Locomotive Service and Repairs: Leads crews in performing scheduled and on demand maintenance, repair and inspection of GATX-owned locomotives as required to meet regulatory, quality and customer production needs. Performs repairs as needed, especially the most complex mechanical and electrical repairs to include, but not limited to, the following:

• Performs both mechanical and electrical running repairs and scheduled maintenance, including:
• repairing and replacing air compressors;
• repairing control pockets
• machining wheels;
• performing non-structural welds;
• repairing electro motive diesel (EMD) engines;
• repairing brake systems;
• repairing electrical components;
• repairing and replacing generators;
• repairing draft gears;
• repairing and replacing power assemblies; and
• repairing and replacing engine turbos.
• Understands and follows company and industry safety rules, practices, and procedures; wears prescribed personal protective equipment; operates GATX vehicles safely and responsibly; takes appropriate action when conditions threaten safety of self or coworkers; ensures equipment and work area are in safe operating condition before starting work.
• Conducts locomotive inspections to insure each unit complies with regulatory, industry and customer-specific requirements, and to detect evidence of wear or needed fuel, oil and other consumables.
• Reads and interprets blueprints; schematics; GATX policies, procedures, and engineering instructions; and FRA and DOT regulations.
• Safely and effectively operates the following; acetylene torches, non-power tools (pliers, wrenches, hammers), power tools (drills, power saws, grinders); electric and gas welding equipment, electrical testing tools (voltmeter, Megger).
• Communicates, verbally and in writing, technical information, job procedure recommendations, and other work-related information.
• Serves as the lead heavy repair or advanced electrical technician. Performs extensive locomotive wreck repairs. Installs alignment control pockets and draft gears on locomotives or troubleshoots advanced electrical issues.
• Trains other Locomotive Technicians on advanced level skills.

2. Customer Support: Meets the expectations and requirements of all customers. Ensures that customers are satisfied with the work. Has the ability to address any of the customers’ concerns regarding technical questions.

3. Clerical: Ensures that all necessary invoicing, inspection, and work order information is complete in order to facilitate correct and timely customer billing. Monitors and audits completed repair work orders, systems and forms. 

4. Other: Maintains all certifications, including TWIC cards, Houston area safety council, and site-specific safety training requirements at various locations on the Gulf Coast.  Demonstrates strong familiarity with FRA rules and regulations. Partners with manager and other site personnel to ensure certifications, customer suitability requirements and other job requirements remain current.

Performs other duties as assigned, including inventory cycle counts, receiving and issuing material, fleet vehicle maintenance, and general facilities maintenance and cleaning.

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience Required (including certifications):

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license; commercial driver’s license preferred.
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), or the ability to obtain.
• Ability to pass a DOT mandated physical.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, in English.
• Minimum of 5 years of locomotive repair experience.
• Ability to lead teams.
• Background in EMD locomotive repair.
• Possess advanced locomotive mechanical and electrical systems knowledge, including the ability to:
• Repair and replace air compressors;
• repair control pockets;
• machine wheels;
• perform non-structural welds;
• repair electro motive diesel (EMD) engines;
• repair brake systems;
• repair electrical components;
• repair and replace generators;
• repair draft gears;
• repair and replace power assemblies; and
• repair engine turbos.
• Ability to perform non-structural welds required, ability to perform structural welds and visually inspect welds preferred.
• Electro motive diesel (EMD) certification or equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities
• required.
• Locomotive electrical Maintenance and Troubleshooting components certification or equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
• EMD GP38-2 Locomotive Troubleshooting Electrical certification or equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
• Locomotive Maintenance and Troubleshooting certification or equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
• Possess ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems, along with problem-solving abilities to make sound decisions.
• Possess a strong understanding of FRA rules and regulations, GATX Rail Policies, and Safety and Quality procedures.
• Demonstrated skill with inventory and supply management.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability and willingness to meet all customer suitability requirements.
• Sensitivity to customer demands and be flexible in work hours, including weekends. 

Key Competencies

• Supportive of a respectful and inclusive work environment.
• Effective interpersonal and communications skills
• Results Driven and Self Starter
• Ability to problem-solve and use sound judgment required.
• Detail Oriented
• Planning and Organizational Skills
• Customer Service Skills and Focus
• Team Player  
• Decision-making Ability

Other (i.e., physical requirements, travel, etc. that is not covered above):

• Must be able to travel within 150 to 400 miles of the work location, as necessary.
• Must be able to work on call hours.
• Must be able to work both Monday – Friday and Tuesday – Saturday schedules.
• Occasional overnight stays away from home.
• Must be able to lift up to 90 pounds.
• Must be able to stoop, climb ladders and safely perform work tasks.
• Must work in all types of weather conditions.