LOCOMOTIVE MECHANIC
Iowa Pacific Holdings LLC-
Texas State Railroad
Location: Rusk, TX
Status: Full Time Iowa Pacific Holdings, LLC (IPH) is a holding company for a series of freight and passenger railroads across the country, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. We are driven to provide first class service to our customers and develop innovative freight and passenger operations. We are widely recognized as the nation’s premier privately funded passenger rail service provider.This position is for a Mechanic whose responsibilities will focus on repair and rebuilding of steam and diesel locomotives and maintaining and repairing our fleet of vintage passenger cars and repair. This is a hands-on position that will allow a self-starting candidate to thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and rebuild steam and diesel locomotives for use on the excursion train
- Inspect, service, and maintain daily tourist operations to ensure a successful trip
- Perform car maintenance and repair functions, including daily and periodic inspections and repair
- Operate and fire locomotives and utilize proper practices in their operation
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing with team members, customers, and management
- Collaborate with other members of team to ensure an efficient operation
- Paint cars and perform body work
- Perform other duties that may be assigned
Position Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Three (3) years of experience in the railroad mechanical field preferred
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
- Available be able to travel, including holidays
- Basic knowledge of electrical and mechanical equipment and repair
- Must be able to work any day of week depending on workload and requirements
- Must be able to climb ladders, use hand tools, operate a locomotive, and worked in confined spaces such as inspections pits, generator rooms, and electrical cabinets
- Must also be committed to promoting a safe workplace
- Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds
- Able to work outside in all weather conditions
- Must be able to climb inside and outside of equipment, and be able to operate heavy equipment, cranes, forklifts, jacking equipment and specialty equipment
Desired Skills
- Metal Fabrication and welding experience
- Manual machinist
- Steam locomotive experience
Additional Information
- Applicant must be currently authorized to work permanently in the United States
- Applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check
Interested applicants, please apply online at
https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=iowapac&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_US
If you have any questions please contact Greg at 419-606-6532 or by email at
udolphg@iowapacific.com
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