What are the responsibilities and job description for the Locomotive Service Technician - Urgently Hiring position at Petroleum Service Corporation?
Locomotive Service Technician
PSC Group is hiring for our Locomotive Repair team! If you have experience with diesel engines or electrical systems, this could be the right fit for you. We offer on-the-job training, certifications, competitive pay, and great benefits. This full-time role involves inspecting, repairing, and replacing locomotive components to keep operations running safely and smoothly. Join PSC and build a stable, long-term career!
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
* Safely and efficiently maintain locomotives to FRA standards
* Utilize EMD locomotive systems
* Ability to use and maintain electronic work order/maintenance tracking system
* Perform routine maintenance on equipment and log pertinent information
* Assist operations personnel as needed with locomotive issues
* Troubleshoot and repair locomotive mechanical/electrical issues
* Ability to diagnose problems in a timely manner and determine if it can be fixed with internal resources or referred to a third party provider with special skills and/or equipment
* Must be familiar with and comfortable working around high voltage and rotating equipment
* Completes any other duties that may be assigned to complete the job
Job Qualifications:
* Proven trouble shooting skills for mechanical and electrical systems is required
* Knowledge of EMD locomotives is preferred
* Knowledge of Dash 2 and Dash 3 control systems and event recorders is preferred
* May require a valid Driver's License and / or a valid TWIC card, depending on work location
* 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
* Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check
* Wear all required PPE without restriction and pass any required medical exams
* Speak, write, read fluent English
* Regular on-site attendance and punctuality is required
* Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus
Work Schedule:
8 - 12 Hour Rotating Shift (Days/Nights/Weekends/Holidays) - Will vary by site location
Why join the PSC team?
- Since 1952, PSC Group has had a strong reputation for quality service, safety, environmental protection, and taking care of our employees.
- We are a leader in product handling and site logistics for refineries, chemical producers, and marine transportation providers.
- The work we do makes a huge impact in our nation's economy. Check out our videos at PSC Group - Career Videos to learn more.
- Check out our online newsletter "The Connection" which contains articles about our work groups, recognition events, and achievements of our employees and their family members at PSC Group - Newsletter.
- Our Core Values serve as the foundation for all we do-how we conduct our business, serve our customers, and treat members of our PSC family. Learn more at PSC Group - Core Values.
Employee Benefits:
- Medical insurance options with the company paying a large portion of the premiums, including affordable dental and vision plans for employees and their families
- Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
- Matching 401(k) plan to help employees save money for retirement
- Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits (varies by work group)
- Incentives, discounts, and bonuses
- Industry-leading training and development programs
- On-Demand Pay, giving you early access to earned wages and more financial flexibility.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The above job description does not reflect all essential job functions or physical requirements.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
PSC Group, formerly known as Petroleum Service Corporation, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Petroleum Service Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.