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 is a 100% system-wide travel position. This is NOT a regional travel position. Candidates living in or near the following cities are encouraged to apply.

• Pascagoula, MS
• Cleveland, OH
• Charleston, SC.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• 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.
• Solve work related problems, make decisions, and provide instructions.
• Understand mechanical operations of machinery.
• Drive heavy duty service truck, including truck mounted crane.
• May be required to pull trailers.
• Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager.

Pay Rate
Traveling Roadway Mechanic $9,292.35/month entry rate (90% of full rate)
Training
You will attend one week 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

• High School Diploma/GED
• Valid Driver's License
• 21 years of age or older
• Journeyman Mechanic (4 or more years of verified mechanic experience)
• CDL B or A permit prior to start date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Class B CDL with Airbrake endorsement
• Welding experience
• Experience interpreting electric circuits and hydraulic schematics.

Physical Requirements

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

Basic Competencies

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

Job Requirements

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