Mechanic Diesel Engine

BNSF Railway is one of North America’s leading freight transportation companies, with a rail network of 32,500 route miles in 28 states and three Canadian provinces. BNSF is one of the top transporters of the products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply and power communities throughout America and the world.

Inspect, repair and maintain engine and mechanical components of diesel locomotives. **Safety:** Comply with company and federal safety rules, policies and procedures to include wearing required safety equipment, responding to and acting on safety concerns. May be required to handle hazardous materials. **Locomotive Engine Maintenance:** Repair running gears: wheels, springs, hangers, and brake rigging traction motors. Test and repair: brake systems, safety appliances, couplers, draft systems, air compressors, safety valves, lube oil pumps filter systems, fuel systems, radiators and shutters. Install, disassemble, assemble, repair or replace locomotive diesel engine components. Perform scheduled and preventative maintenance on tools and equipment. **Inspecting:** Inspect locomotive components, diagnose malfunctions in diesel engines, air equipment and trucks.

* 18 years of age or older * HS diploma or GED * Willing to submit to a background review * Available to work in geographic area indicated * Able to read, write and communicate (speak, hear and understand) English * Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions * Work full-time (40 hrs/wk). Shifts governed by union agreement and subject to seniority. Mechanical shops operate 24 hours/day, 7 days/week with three 8-hour shifts including weekends, holidays, overtime. Available to work any shift required * Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs * Possess valid state-issued driver’s license * Able to visually distinguish colors - red, blue, green, yellow; hear, and with training, distinguish auditory signals * Able to use hands to perform activities involving holding, grasping, turning and pulling * Able to work on uneven surfaces; frequently climb ladders and get on/off equipment; work at various heights including making repairs on atop locomotives * Able to: work in conditions with loud noise and fumes; work on/around heavy/moving machinery; bend, walk, stand, sit for extended time; use hand tools * Follow safety policies and procedures; wear required personal protective equipment **Background Investigation Elements:** * Criminal history * Last 7 years of driving history * Last 5 years of employment history to include military service * Social Security number * Education **Medical Review Elements:** * Medical evaluation * Drug Screen * Other elements as needed