Electrician Diesel Engines

About the role: 

As an Electrician Diesel Engines you will be responsible for testing, inspecting and properly repairing electrical components of locomotive systems, equipment and machinery.

Responsibilities : 

LOCOMOTIVE SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

• Test, maintain, and repair locomotive alternators, generators and motors, including AC and DC power control systems, main and auxiliary electrical cabinets, lighting, batteries, and wiring/conduit

EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

• Inspect, adjust, troubleshoot and repair electrical components of various shop machinery and equipment, such as drop tables, may include some welding, mechanical, and electro-magnetic equipment, perform preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment, and machinery to ensure proper function.

Candidate requirements: 

• At least 18 years of age, or will be by the anticipated start date listed above
• Ability to report for duty at the designated work location
• Able to work safely in the above working conditions
• Able to work the above shift/hours
• Ability to read, write and communicate (speak, hear and understand) in English
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs without assistance
• Ability to visually distinguish colors – red, blue, green, yellow and lunar (clear light)
• Ability to discriminate and differentiate between verbal and non-verbal sounds (signals, alarms, etc.) in the work environment
• Ability to use hands and use hand tools to perform activities involving holding, grasping, turning and pulling
• Ability to climb ladders; get on/off equipment
• Ability to bend, walk, stand and sit occasionally with breaks

• Ability to occasionally work at various heights above the ground, including working on top of a locomotive