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Railroad Diesel Mechanic

Pacific Rail Services
East Orange, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2026
PRS is looking for an experienced Diesel Mechanic to join our team in a full-time permanent position working at our Bergen, NJ rail terminal in a recession-proof industry!

Compensation

  • Hourly pay with yearly income potential of $45,000-$60,000 per year (Which includes overtime)
  • Pay rate is commensurate with experience.

Shift

Day shift, 24/7 call out avail

Job Location is:

CSX North Bergen Terminal

6201 Tonnelle Ave

North Bergen, NJ 07047

Candidates

  • Should have a minimum of 2-year experience in the mechanical field and be preventative maintenance minded.
  • Must have own tools (Yearly tool allowance provided).
  • Must have experience and knowledge working with Air, Electrical, Hydraulic and Diesel systems and components.
  • Will need a valid driver's license.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and repair forklifts, company vehicles, and hostler fleet.
  • Maintain Hostler Fleet
  • Assist in other areas as needed by managers.

Benefits: (Medical benefits start after 60 days and the first of the month after that. Other benefits start after your 90-day probationary period).

  • Affordable Healthcare, Free Dental, cheap Vision Benefits.
  • Free Life Insurance.
  • Paid holidays, paid personal days.
  • Boot reimbursement.
  • 401K.
  • Vacation Pay.
  • Weekly Pay.
  • Travel Opportunities.
  • Boot and Tool Allowance

Requirements

  • Verifiable mechanical experience
  • Candidates must undergo a background check.
  • Must be able to pass a physical strength test.
  • Drug screening ( as we operate heavy machinery, Marijuana is strictly prohibited)
  • Required to join local union.

You will be an employee of Pacific Rail Services and not an employee of the Railroad.

About Rail Management Services

One of America’s largest intermodal terminal operators, with more than 60 U.S. intermodal and auto handling facilities. Rail Management Services (RMS) is one of the largest suppliers of intermodal ramp services in the United States handling over 9 million lifts per year. An FRA certified rail switching service provider, RMS serves all U.S. Class 1 railroads. With more than three decades of experience focused on facilitating the railroad motor carrier interface, RMS has been the lowest cost and most efficient providers while maintaining one of the best safety records in the industry. Today RMS subsidiaries include Pacific Rail Services, Pacific Trailer Repair Services, Rail Terminal Services, Terminal Switching Services and PRS Auto.

Salary : $45,000 - $60,000

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