Roadway Heavy Equipment Mechanic System Production Team

Job Summary
Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain heavy off-track equipment and roadway machinery. Employees must be able to meet and comply with the manufacturer's weight limitation safety rating and recommendations for any equipment associated with performing their duties, including the 300 lb. safety rating for ladders (both portable and affixed) and fall arrest equipment.

This position will require 100% travel across the CSX network. This is a system-wide travel position not a regional travel position. Relocation will not be provided.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform heavy repairs to all types of equipment components including gas and diesel engines, transmissions and differentials, hydraulic pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, various work heads, booms, electrical systems and conveyor belt systems
• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• May be required to pull trailers
• Drive heavy duty service truck, including truck mounted crane
• Understand mechanical operations of machinery
• Solve work related problems, make decisions, and provide instructions

Pay Rate
$9292.35/Monthly

Training
You will attend two weeks of training at the Railroad Education & Development Institute in Atlanta, GA. CSX will pay for travel, lodging and meals as required by collective bargaining agreement.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1 or more years heavy equipment experience with hydraulic and pneumatic system repairs
• High School Diploma/GED
• 21 years of age or older
• Valid Driver's License
• 4 or more years experience as a mechanic
• CDL required within 60 days after start date, permit must be obtained prior to start date

Preferred Qualifications

• Welding experience
• Experience interpreting electric and electronic circuit schematics

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection
• Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb
• Heavy work, lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis

Basic Competencies

• Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications)
• Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)
• Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)

Job Requirements

• Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test
• This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is req.
• Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations
• Extensive travel required
• The applicant selected may be required to successfully complete a background check
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
• Must pass all required assessments
• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
• Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe boots